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🆘 SETTING UP YOUR PREFERRED HOME HUB ON APPLE DEVICE(S)

Applies to Nanoleaf Devices and Essentials Matter & Non-Matter Enabled Devices & Apple Home Users [iOS FW 18.0+]

Before You Start

• Ensure your Nanoleaf firmware is on the latest available version or the last noted firmware release if the product is discontinued

• Ensure you Nanoleaf App is up to date.

• Ensure your Apple device(s) is/are up to date.

• Requires your own Apple compatible product (not supplied by Nanoleaf).

•  For Thread-enabled and/or Matter-enabled devices, a compatible Thread Border Router (TBR) or Matter Controller is required (not supplied by Nanoleaf).

ℹ️ FAQ | Matter > Matter Controllers

ℹ️ FAQ | Thread > Nanoleaf Thread Border Routers

ℹ️FAQ | Thread > Thread & Thread Border Routers (TBRs)

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Let’s ensure your preferred Home Hub is setup properly with these easy steps:

Step 1 • Open the Apple Home app.

Step 2 • Tap the … button at the top of your screen.

Step 3 • Select Home Settings.

Step 4 • Scroll down and tap Home Hubs & Bridges.

Step 5 • Toggle off Automatic Selection.

Step 6 • Tap on your preferred Home Hub to lock it in.

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💡 Pro Tip | It might take a moment (or two) for your Home Hub to show as active. During this time, your devices could be a little sleepy—don’t worry, they’ll wake up soon.

Once everything’s sorted, the Home app will stick with your chosen hub—even after a network reboot or power outage. Smooth sailing from here!

Additional support from Apple can be found here.  

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🆘 Need help? Save time and use the app to submit a request with a technical scan or via our form using:

Software Support > Connectivity Issues

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