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Homeboy for Insteon Hub on Windows Pc

Developed By: Homeboy Software Inc.

License: Free

Rating: 3,2/5 - 53 votes

Last Updated: April 16, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 0.14.2
Size 24.5 MB
Release Date December 03, 23
Category Lifestyle Apps

App Permissions:
Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (3)]

What's New:
Support for Android 13 (API level 33). [see more]

Description from Developer:
Use your Android phone or tablet to control Insteon lights and appliances in your home from anywhere with an Internet connection. Homeboy uses the latest Android look and feel to p... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Homeboy for Insteon Hub and install on Windows PC. Homeboy for Insteon Hub is free Lifestyle app, developed by Homeboy Software Inc.. Latest version of Homeboy for Insteon Hub is 0.14.2, was released on 2023-12-03 (updated on 2024-04-16). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 5,000. Overall rating of Homeboy for Insteon Hub is 3,2. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 53 users, 9 users had rated it 5*, 12 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Homeboy for Insteon Hub on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Homeboy for Insteon Hub on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Homeboy for Insteon Hub on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install Homeboy for Insteon Hub using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "Homeboy for Insteon Hub" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install Homeboy for Insteon Hub on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "Homeboy for Insteon Hub" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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Use your Android phone or tablet to control Insteon lights and appliances in your home from anywhere with an Internet connection. Homeboy uses the latest Android look and feel to provide your entire family with a simple way of controlling the home. Set up your Insteon home and devices using the Insteon for Hub app, then use Homeboy to control it all. Just sign in with your Insteon account credentials.

Key Features

- Control of Insteon lights, appliances, and scenes with a simple, easy-to-use app
- Quick access to your Insteon devices, scenes, favorites, and rooms
- Environment control with Insteon fans and thermostats
- Device statuses throughout your home with one glance
- View device and scene details for deeper insight into your smart home configuration
- Set your Favorite devices and scenes—without the manufacturer’s app
- Switch between two or more homes to control multiple locations
- Familiar material design look and feel on your Android phone or tablet

Requirements

- Requires the Insteon Hub v2 (model 2245-222) and compatible North American Insteon devices

Limitations

As we work hard to develop and expand app features, we encourage you to please provide feedback about issues and feature requests – we love hearing from you! Some current app feature limitations include:

- Supports most Insteon lighting and appliance modules, dimmers, and outlets
- Supports primary load on keypads and dual outlets
- Does not support sensors or cameras
- I/O Linc modules may not show accurate status
Support for Android 13 (API level 33).
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.