Using a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 with Apple HomeKit

In this video, Jorge explains how the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus Alarm System cannot be used with Apple HomeKit. Apple HomeKit is an automation platform that is used by many iOS users. It allows for some powerful smart home features, and you use it to conveniently control any programmed HomeKit devices.

The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus does support integrations with Google Home and Amazon Alexa. Those integrations will provide you with some options for controlling the Qolsys IQ panel 2 Plus using spoken voice commands. But unfortunately, the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus cannot be used with Apple HomeKit, at least as of February 2020. It is possible that HomeKit support may be made available for the system sometime in the future, but for now, it simply isn't possible.

One decent alternative for the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 users is to set up Siri Shortcuts. This will require that the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 is set up with Alarm.com for monitoring service. While it isn't quite as intricate as Apple HomeKit, the Siri Shortcuts feature can still be a convenient way to control your automation devices through spoken commands. Any iOS device running Apple iOS Version 12 or higher can be set up for use with Siri Shortcuts.

If you are absolutely set on using a security system that is compatible with Apple HomeKit, then your best option is the Honeywell Lyric Controller. This is a HomeKit-compatible security system that can be integrated nicely with your other HomeKit devices. You can have your HomeKit devices respond automatically based on certain actions and events affecting your Honeywell Lyric Alarm System. Additionally, you will also be able to control your Lyric System remotely using Siri voice commands, provided that you have a proper HomeKit Hub set up. Examples of HomeKit Hubs include an iPad, an Apple HomePod, or an AppleTV Gen 4 or higher.

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