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How to connect OSRAM LIGHTIFY Bulb to Apple HomeKit

Workaround required

The OSRAM LIGHTIFY Bulb is a Zigbee LED bulb available in color and white variants. It works with Alexa, Google Home, and SmartThings via a Zigbee hub. A well-built Zigbee bulb from an established European lighting manufacturer.

The verdict

OSRAM LIGHTIFY Bulb does not have native support for Apple HomeKit, but you can still integrate it using a bridge or workaround.

How to fix it

OSRAM LIGHTIFY bulbs use Zigbee and work with Alexa, Google, and SmartThings. For HomeKit, use HomeBridge with a Zigbee controller like Aqara Hub M2 or ConBee II and the homebridge-z2m plugin.

Note: This device works best when paired with a compatible hub or bridge.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Get the required bridge hardware — a Aqara Hub M2 is the recommended option for hosting the bridge software. You can find compatible options on Amazon.

    View compatible hubs on Amazon →
  2. 2

    OSRAM LIGHTIFY bulbs use Zigbee and work with Alexa, Google, and SmartThings. For HomeKit, use HomeBridge with a Zigbee controller like Aqara Hub M2 or ConBee II and the homebridge-z2m plugin.

  3. 3

    Open the Apple HomeKit app, tap Add Device or check your linked accounts — OSRAM LIGHTIFY Bulb will appear and you can control it with voice commands and automations alongside your other Apple HomeKit devices.

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