Can I use an old Apple TV 3rd gen as a home hub?

I want to set up smart lights at are sold at apple and use my home app. It says I need a home hub and I can use an Apple TV for that. I have a pretty old Apple TV that hasn’t been in use for years.

Apple TV (3rd generation)

Posted on Sep 23, 2023 7:11 PM

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turingtest2

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Oct 14, 2023 7:52 AM in response to Gavilanconpasion

See also Upgrade to the new Home architecture - Apple Support. I'm pretty sure a new home will use the new architecture, and that new architecture won't support ATV3 as a hub.

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Rudegar

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Sep 24, 2023 1:55 AM in response to Gavilanconpasion

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