Control lights, etc. from 2 iPhones

Hello,

We have 2 iPhones but I can't control the Homekit accessories that are set up on their phone and they can't control the accessories on my phone. When we try it says "Accessory already added to another Home."

Is there a way this can be done? It seems like there should be.

Thank you.

iPhone 16 ProMax

ios 18.3

Posted on Feb 7, 2025 08:01 AM

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Vancouver22

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Feb 7, 2025 11:33 AM in response to cantfigure

It goes by the Apple ID that set up the Home (you should stick with one Home if these are on the same premises - then invite the other user)

see: Share control of your home

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