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Samsung to charge for SmartThings API access starting October

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Samsung is set to begin charging for access to its SmartThings smart home API starting in October. The company will introduce tiered pricing, with a $4.99 monthly plan available for individual, non-commercial developers. This change will affect not only developers but also potentially other users of the API. AI

IMPACT This change may impact developers building smart home integrations and could influence the cost and accessibility of smart home ecosystems.

RANK_REASON This is a policy change by a company regarding access to its API, not a core AI release or significant industry event.

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Samsung to charge for SmartThings API access starting October

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