Amazon is pursuing an open-systems approach that allows quick development of many features, while Apple is taking a slower route. Amazon is pursuing an open-systems approach that allows quick development of many features, while Apple is taking a slower route. But the limited selection means that device makers can’t always get the best prices or work with their preferred factories. During that time, device makers aren’t allowed to say publicly that they’re pursuing HomeKit certification. Amazon acknowledges that unlike Apple, it can’t guarantee the security of third-party devices.

Source: Indian Express January 29, 2017 05:33 UTC