Samsung to charge $5/month for SmartThings API access
Starting October 2026, Samsung will charge non-commercial developers $5 per month for SmartThings API access. Regular users of the SmartThings app will not be affected. The company is also weighing fees for organizations such as energy firms and accommodation businesses. SmartThings has over 460 million registered users.
- $5 monthly fee for SmartThings API applies to non-commercial developers from October 2026
- Regular SmartThings app users will not be affected by the new fees
- Samsung is evaluating charges for energy firms and accommodation businesses
- SmartThings has more than 460 million registered users worldwide
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