{
  "id": 18558486,
  "title": "HomeKit Weekly: Airversa’s Humelle is the Thread humidifier my house needs this winter",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/homekit-weekly-airversas-humelle-is-the-thread-humidifier-my-house",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-06T19:33:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Mac",
    "slug": "9to5mac",
    "url": "https://9to5mac.com/2026/11/06/airversa-humelle/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Airversa's Humelle is the perfect humidifier for homes using natural gas heat this winter. The dry air caused by the gas heat can be an issue, but the Humelle solves that problem. It connects to Apple Home with Thread, allowing it to run automatically based on the actual air conditions. By setting a target humidity level, the Humelle has a built-in sensor that adjusts the mist output to maintain that humidity. With a 3.2L tank, it can run for up to 60 hours, easily covering a bedroom or average-sized living room. The device features a top-fill design, a Sleep Mode with a low noise level, and a multicolor LED that can be set to your preference. While day-to-day control is managed through Apple Home, the setup and maintenance functions are found in the Humelle's own Sleekpoint app. For optimal performance, consider investing in a Thread Border Router like the HomePod mini 2. Available on Amazon and Airversa's website, the Airversa Humelle helps combat the dryness caused by natural gas heating and supports smart home automations.",
  "summary": "I love natural gas heat for a few reasons, but one is avoiding AUX heat from a heat pump and watching the bill rise. The downside is when the gas heat kicks on, the air in mt house is bone dry. My nose ends up being super dry for months. A humidifier like the Airversa Humelle works with Apple Home over Thread, so it can run itself based on what the air actually needs, and with the temps in my…",
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}