# Remote Control Outlet Adapters The 'Eve Energy' Outlet Device is Compatible with Apple HomeKit By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outlet-device References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/2016/02/17/42444/eve-energy-is-the-worlds-first-apple-homekit-enabled-switch.html) & [elgato](https://www.elgato.com/en/eve/eve-energy) The modern living space is becoming more filled with technological accessories like the '[Eve Energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-flare)' outlet device more than ever. Purported by the Elegato brand as being the world's first [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-tapo-p125m) [HomeKit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-kasa-smart-plug-mini)-Enabled outlet switch, the 'Eve Energy' works by offering users an easy setup and intuitive roster of features. Once setup, the 'Eve Energy' consumes virtually no energy and adds immense functionality by making any device plugged into it instantly smarter. Being that the 'Eve Energy' is compatible with Apple HomeKit, users can operate it easily via their smartphone, but also utilize Siri to turn power on or off. Users can keep track of electricity usage via the accompanying app and can even set the 'Eve Energy' to alert them via a notification when they reach a certain point. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Home Outlet Devices:** Opportunity to create new smart home outlet devices with customizable features like energy monitoring and smartphone compatibility. - **Integration with Personal Assistants:** Opportunity to integrate outlet devices with virtual personal assistants like Siri, Google Assistant or Alexa. - **Energy-saving Products:** Opportunity to develop more energy-saving products that reduce energy consumption and offer intelligent functionality. ### Where This Applies - **Home Automation:** Home automation companies and startups can create new products or integrate existing ones with the 'Eve Energy' for better smart home functionality. - **Energy Efficiency:** Companies that focus on energy efficiency solutions can integrate the 'Eve Energy' features into their products in order to deliver more personalized, energy-saving options to customers. - **Smartphone Accessories:** Manufacturers of smartphone accessories can create new outlet devices with customizable features like energy monitoring and smartphone compatibility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Home Lighting Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-energy-outlet-1.md) - [Energy-Saving Smart Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-outlet-h2.md) - [Connected Energy-Monitoring Smart Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-kasa-smart-plug-mini.md) - [Smart Rgb Power Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisoutlet-aura.md) - [Smart Home Energy Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homey-energy-dongle.md) - [Aftermarket Home Automation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-automation-switch.md) - [Real-Time Power-Tracking Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelly-plug-gen4.md) - [Modular Self-Monitoring Power Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teak-smart-cube.md) - [Surge Protector Outlet Extendors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-plug-outlet-extender.md)