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Hunter is terminating its legacy cloud-to-cloud connections for Google Home and Amazon Alexa on January 1, 2027. The shutdown will eliminate direct cloud-based voice commands, scenes, and automations for HunterSMART ceiling fans. Physical remotes and supported HunterSMART mobile app features will remain functional after the cutoff. [1][2]
The company is transitioning eligible models to the Matter standard instead of keeping the older bridge. To retain integration with smart assistants, owners must migrate compatible devices by pairing them directly through Matter setup in apps like Google Home or Alexa. Depending on the model, fans will require a firmware update through the HunterSMART app or replacement Wi-Fi hardware. [1][2]
Hunter, a major brand for ceiling fans in the US, is pulling the plug on its Google Home and Amazon Alexa bridge for controlling “HunterSMART” models in just a few weeks.
via 9to5Google
Existing smart fan controls face a January 1 deadline unless owners switch to Matter.
via Android Authority