Ecobee & Siri: A Cozy Duo for Your Home
Ecobee’s SmartThermostat just got a handy new feature: “Hey Siri” support. That means if you’ve got a HomePod mini or HomePod, you can set your thermostat’s temperature with a simple voice command—no thumb touch required.
Why this matters
- Instant control – ask Siri to “Set the room to 72 degrees” and watch the thermostat respond in a flash.
- Seamless integration – this is part of Apple’s 2021 WWDC plan to let HomeKit accessories bond with Siri for greater convenience.
- Free upgrade – the update is rolling out at no extra cost, so you can start speaking like a tech wizard right away.
It’s as easy as, well…
talk! Just say the magic words and let Siri do the juggling. Ecobee has made it so that:
- Grab your favorite smart speaker.
- Ask for a temperature tweak.
- Watch your smart thermostat rearrange its settings like a well‑trained barista.
Bottom line
With Ecobee’s new voice support, your home feels a little more like a theme park—except the rides are temperature adjustments. Stay cozy, and let Siri decide the heat level for you.
Siri Gets a Power Boost: Ecobee SmartThermostat Now Plays the Full Office Assistant
Imagine telling your thermostat, “Hey Siri,” and having it do the entire list of chores—alarms, timers, intercom shout-outs, and even your personal requests. That’s exactly what the new update gives Ecobee fans.
What’s New?
- Classic alarms that ring when you need them.
- Pass‑through timers for everything from cooking to laundry.
- Seamless intercom messages that let you talk to your whole house.
- “Personal requests” that let Siri handle the little reminders you’d send to yourself.
Getting the Upgrade
To tap into these fresh features, you’ll need:
- A device running iPadOS 15 or iOS 15. (That’s the big update from Apple that’s finally here.)
- A HomePod mini or a full‑size HomePod. Think of it as the magic wand that powers the conversation.
Where to Buys the Thermostat
The device comes on sale for $250 in the United States. Pick it up at:
- ecobee’s official website
- Major retailers like Best Buy, Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Amazon.
- Or you can ask a certified Ecobee installer — the kind that knows all the wiring intricacies.
So next time you’re warming up your coffee, just say, “Hey Siri, set the thermostat to 68°F,” and let the new update do the heavy lifting. It’s like having a scheduling guru who also knows the thermostat better than you!
