Devices · 1h ago
Samsung to charge $4.99/month for SmartThings API access
Starting October, Samsung will introduce paid tiers for its SmartThings API, including a $4.99 monthly plan for individual developers. The change may also affect advanced smart home users who rely on the API for custom integrations. The move shifts Samsung's strategy from free access to a monetized developer ecosystem.
Meridian48 take
Samsung's API paywall could stifle smart home innovation, especially for hobbyists and small developers who built on the free tier.
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