– iOS 2026.5.0 adds barometer sensor support, app icon shortcuts configuration, and CarPlay Quick Access “Assist prompt,” plus a cloudhook connection check in server settings.
– Improvements to CarPlay Assist, camera player gestures, and mTLS certificate handling, with fixes for speech-to-text, error messages, and kiosk mode.
– Android 2026.5.x remains in pre-release; iOS is the currently released target via Apple App Store.
Overview
Home Assistant iOS app version 2026.5.0 is currently rolling out to users of the open source smart home automation software. The last release for Apple device users came in April 2026, with improvements for authentication certificates and a re-authentication flow for expired tokens. There is a lot to notice in this release, and users are hopeful about the new features and fixes that come with it.
New Features
With Home Assistant version 2026.5.0 for iOS, users of various iPhone and iPad models gain support for a barometer sensor. There is a new configuration tool for app icon shortcuts, as well as an “Assist prompt” for CarPlay Quick Access. Plus, a cloudhook connection check option has been added to the server settings. These additions indicate a push toward more integrated device sensing and easier automation setup for iOS users, even if the changes arrive in small steps.
Improvements and Fixes
According to the release notes for Home Assistant version 2026.5.0 (screenshot below), there are also improvements linked to CarPlay Assist, camera player gestures and mTLS certificate handling. On top of this, bugs related to speech-to-text voice commands, error messages and kiosk mode have also been fixed in this latest update. The overall emphasis seems to be on reliability and smoother interactions across features that many users rely on daily.
Availability
You can now download Home Assistant version 2026.5.0 for iOS from the Apple App Store. According to the Android section of the official Home Assistant GitHub, version 2026.5.x releases for these users are currently in the pre-release phase. This suggests ongoing development and potential further refinements in the near term as feedback rolls in from testers and early adopters.