Home Widget Released Version 1.10 Update
The latest Home Widget update adds new thermostat controls and improved widget visuals for smart home users.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Home Renovation
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Home Widget has launched version 1.10, introducing camera mosaic features for home screens and expanded support for climate and lighting controls. The update also brings native widget appearances for newer iOS versions and comprehensive sensor data displays.
Why it matters
These updates allow homeowners to monitor and manage smart home devices more efficiently directly from their device screens. By integrating thermostat and lighting actions into home widgets, users can adjust environmental settings without opening secondary apps.
Version 1.10 and the follow-up 1.10.2 update offer a $14.99 one-time premium unlock alongside $0.99 monthly or $6.99 yearly subscription options. The software now provides native iOS 26 and 27 widget appearances for supported devices.
The players
Home Widget
A developer specializing in smart home automation software that interfaces with the native Home app ecosystem.
The details
The software syncs with existing Home app configurations via iCloud, allowing users to customize panels with specific icons, colors, names, and tile sizes. Version 1.10.2 specifically expands thermostat compatibility for heating systems categorized as HeaterCooler and adds a search tool to help users locate and add new smart accessories.
Timeline
October 2, 2026: The update was released.
The Home Front
This release continues the industry trend of third-party applications expanding upon the core functionality of the Apple HomeKit framework. These developments allow for more granular control over smart home ecosystems than the native app may offer out of the box.
Check your device settings to confirm you are running the latest version of the app to access the new camera mosaic and thermostat tiles. You can configure your new panels by selecting custom icons and colors that match your room-specific smart lighting setup.
The takeaway
The latest updates make it easier to manage climate systems and camera feeds from a central dashboard. Users should experiment with the new search functionality in version 1.10.2 to identify any previously unlinked smart accessories in their home.
Further reading
You can find more guidance on managing smart systems in our Home Renovation section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 9to5Mac.
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