Do you have a Logitech Circle View Camera at home? If yes, integrating it with Apple HomeKit lets you manage your camera alongside other smart devices from your handheld device. With this integration, you can receive real-time alerts, view live footage, create automation, and do more. As most of the Logitech cameras, such as Circle View Wired Doorbell, Circle 2 Camera, etc., are compatible with Apple HomeKit, you can directly add it to the Home App.
In addition, you can also use the official Logi Circle app to make the integration. This guide will walk you through the steps to integrate your Logitech Circle Cameras with Apple HomeKit.
Steps to Integrate Logitech Circle Camera to HomeKit via the Home App
1. Prepare Your Camera: Mount your Logitech Circle camera and plug it into a power outlet.
2. WiFi Connection: Ensure the camera is connected to the same Wi-Fi as the iPhone or iPad.
3. Open the Home App: Launch the Home app on your Apple device and hit the + icon.
4. Add Accessory: Select Add Accessory.
5. Scan for Device: If the camera doesn’t appear, choose More Options and tap My Accessory Isn’t Shown Here.
6. Enter Setup Code: Manually input the setup code found on the back of your camera.
7. Customize Settings: Rename the camera and assign it to a room as needed.
8. Complete Setup: Tap Done to finish the pairing procedure.
Alternate Way to Add Logitech Circle Camera using the Circle App
To use this method, you need to install the Circle app on your iPhone. Get the app from the App Store and complete the login procedure.
1. Open the Circle App: Launch the Circle app and click Settings. Select Smart Home Integration and tap Apple HomeKit.
2. Enable HomeKit: Turn on the toggle for the cameras you wish to integrate.
3. Redirect to Home App: Now, you will be redirected to the Home App to complete the setup.
4. Follow On-Screen Instructions: On the Home app, tap Add Accessory and follow the prompts to complete the process.
If you have added your cameras directly to the Home app using the steps discussed in method 1, you can also control them through the Circle app as well. Open the Logitech Circle app on your phone. Tap Set Up and hit the option Apple HomeKit Enabled Circle. Now, name your camera and hit Next. Select Continue on the Welcome Home page. If you’re an existing Circle user, select I already have an account; otherwise, create a new account. Finally, follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup.
Steps to Enable HomeKit Secure Video
Follow these steps to utilize HomeKit Secure Video, which enhances your security by allowing video storage and intelligent alerts.
Prerequisite:
- Enable Camera access to the Circle app: Settings → Privacy → HomeKit → Turn On the Circle app access.
- Update the iPhone device to the latest version.
1. Open the Logi Circle App: Go to the app and select Settings.
2. Choose HomeKit Integration: Tap Apple HomeKit and locate the cameras you wish to upgrade.
3. Convert to Secure Video: Select Convert to Support HomeKit Secure Video and follow the prompts.
Optimizing Logitech Cameras on HomeKit Secure Video
Once you have set up HomeKit Secure Video, you can optimize your camera settings:
1. Reset the Camera: Press the Reset button until the LED blinks magenta and yellow, then turns solid green.
2. Open the Home App: After the reset, launch the Home App.
3. Access Camera Settings: Navigate to your camera’s live view page and tap the Settings icon.
4. Update Wi-Fi Settings: Select Update Accessory Wi-Fi Settings to reconnect the camera to your network. Once done, you can see the live footage.
Advantages of Integrating Logitech Circle Cameras with Apple HomeKit
Integrating your Logitech Circle Cameras with Apple HomeKit offers numerous advantages.
- Enhanced Security: Set up HomeKit Secure Video for encrypted video storage and advanced features like facial recognition.
- Unified Control: It allows you to manage all your smart devices from the Apple Home app, providing a single interface for easy monitoring and control.
- Automation: Create custom automation with your cameras, such as setting them to record when you leave home or receiving notifications when motion is detected.
- Siri Integration: Use voice commands through Siri to view camera feeds or manage your camera settings hands-free.
FAQ
While the Circle app is not necessary for basic functionality with HomeKit, it is required to manage certain features, including firmware updates and accessing camera settings.
