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Samsung will soon start charging to access its smart home API

Samsung's move to monetize its SmartThings API sparks debate among tech enthusiasts and developers

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📍 How it ended

Samsung announced it would start charging for access to its SmartThings API, including a five dollar monthly fee. Reports indicated that these new fees could affect various users and potentially impact Home Assistant.

The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 17d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

Samsung has announced plans to begin charging for access to its SmartThings API. The change will affect users who rely on the API for smart home integrations.

Coverage from How-To Geek, The Tech Buzz, Gadget Hacks, Engadget, and The Verge emphasizes the potential impact on developers and users of Home Assistant. Watch for reactions from the developer community and potential alternatives or workarounds that may emerge in response to the new pricing model.

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Quick answers

What is the SmartThings API?

The SmartThings API allows developers to integrate and control smart home devices through Samsung's SmartThings platform.

Who will be affected by the new fee?

Developers and users who rely on the SmartThings API for smart home integrations will be affected by the new fee.

What is the cost of the new fee?

According to coverage from The Tech Buzz and Engadget, the fee will be $5 per month.

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