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Insteon for Hub on Windows Pc

Developed By: INSTEON

License: Free

Rating: 2,2/5 - 1.710 votes

Last Updated: April 16, 2024

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Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 1.9.8
Size 34.4 MB
Release Date September 19, 17
Category Lifestyle Apps

App Permissions:
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming. [see more (15)]

What's New:
- Updated deprecated HTTP libraries- Updated HD camera SDK - improves general connection reliability and streaming performance- Improved HD camera connection... [see more]

Description from Developer:
**A new lighting-centric Insteon app is available on the Play Store for North American Hub 2 homes using only Insteon lighting control products - Search for Insteon Mobile App for... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Insteon for Hub and install on Windows PC. Insteon for Hub is free Lifestyle app, developed by INSTEON. Latest version of Insteon for Hub is 1.9.8, was released on 2017-09-19 (updated on 2024-04-16). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 100,000. Overall rating of Insteon for Hub is 2,2. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 1,710 users, 844 users had rated it 5*, 198 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Insteon for Hub on Windows?

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

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Insteon for 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 Insteon for 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 "Insteon for 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 Insteon for 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 "Insteon for Hub" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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**A new lighting-centric Insteon app is available on the Play Store for North American Hub 2 homes using only Insteon lighting control products - Search for Insteon Mobile App for Hub 2**

The Insteon Hub works in combination with your router and smartphone or tablet to control Insteon devices in your home while you're there, when you're at work, or out of town. Control Insteon light bulbs, wall switches, outlets and thermostats. Receive instant email and push notification alerts from motion, door/window and water leak sensors while you're away.

The Insteon Hub connects you to your home from any smartphone or tablet. The Insteon for Hub app works in concert with the Hub to configure, control and view the status of Insteon devices and sensors.

Download the Insteon for Hub app, connect your Insteon Hub, select your favorite Insteon devices for your home, and enjoy!

Easy Device Scheduling
Want to turn on your bedside lamp automatically to help wake you up in the morning? How about program the porch light to turn on and off automatically with the rise and fall of the sun? No problem.

Get Alerts on Your Mobile Phone or Computer
Create alerts by adding water leak sensors, motion sensors, door/window sensors and more. Receive instant push notifications and email alerts. The Hub also stores the status of these sensors, so you can easily check on your sensors from within the app at any time.

Stay Connected to What Matters Most
Wonder what triggered the motion sensor or just want to check in on the kids or your pets? Add an Insteon Wi-Fi camera and you'll see it all from your smartphone. The Insteon cameras feature pan/tilt control and night vision.

Cloud-based Service
The Insteon Hub stores your homes configuration in the cloud which allows access from any number of smartphones and tablets you may own. Add another smartphone by simply downloading the app, sign in and enjoy.

NO MONTHLY FEES
That's right. No monthly fees to view, control, and monitor your home. Other systems on the market charge hundreds of dollars a year for services that you can enjoy for free with the Insteon Hub.

Detailed Insteon app features:
•Simple and clear user controls
•Devices now update without the need to refresh. Feature available on Hub II (2245-222) only.
•Set schedules for devices for every day of the week
•Auto-detection of geo-location of smartphone to calculate sunrise/sunset and automatic time synchronization
•Insteon thermostat support, temp, humidity, mode, cool, heat, fan
•Supports Venstar thermostat (with Insteon Adapter)
•Nest thermostat support
•Ability to add Insteon indoor and outdoor IP cameras
•IP camera configuration – ability to set username, password, add/edit/delete contrast, brightness, mirror, flip image, directional control (up/down/left/right – i.e. “pan/tilt”)
•Create a scene – single activation with multiple devices
•Create rooms for organization
•Receive push notifications/email alerts when sensors and devices are activated
•Quick status of sensors with the Check-In page
•Supports hundreds of Insteon devices
•Works over Wi-Fi, 4G, 3G, and EDGE
•Technical support email link and a feedback page provided within the app
- Updated deprecated HTTP libraries
- Updated HD camera SDK - improves general connection reliability and streaming performance
- Improved HD camera connection reliability when switching networks
- Improved user data protection on rooted devices.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows applications to enter Wi-Fi Multicast mode.
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows an application to record audio.
Allows an application to read the low-level system log files.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows applications to change Wi-Fi connectivity state.
Allows an application to broadcast sticky intents.
Required to be able to access the camera device.
Allows access to the vibrator.
Allows an application to read from external storage.