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The Home Assistant Core releases 2026.10.3 and 2026.10.4 introduce numerous fixes for integrations such as Proxmox VE, UniFi Access, and Synology DSM, along with dependency upgrades and a significant increase in aiohttp client header size limits to enhance connectivity and reduce update issues.
The Home Assistant 2026.10.2 update addresses a range of bug fixes and dependency updates across many integrations, including a key fix for an IndexError in the Tesla Fleet integration and enhancements in SleepIQ, Enphase Envoy, and others.
Home Assistant, the open-source home automation platform emphasizing local control and privacy, has released versions 2026.10.0 and 2026.10.1. These updates introduce new features such as a profile page, a Modbus connections panel, and improved Matter device handling, alongside multiple bug fixes and dependency updates.
The Home Assistant Operating System (OS), a specialized Linux-based platform designed to run the Home Assistant home automation software, has issued two notable updates. Version 18.0 introduces a major kernel upgrade, improved Raspberry Pi firmware management, and faster disk image flashing, while version 17.3 focuses on a critical Linux kernel security patch.
Home Assistant OS versions 18.1, 18.2, and 18.3 introduce a series of incremental improvements addressing hardware compatibility, networking issues, and system reliability. Key fixes include resolving Raspberry Pi 5 display freezes, improving boot and Ethernet stability on various devices, and enhancing Docker container management to prevent corruption during power loss.
The Home Assistant Core releases 2026.9.2 and 2026.9.3 introduce several fixes and improvements, including a correction to the EnergyZero integration's market price reporting and enhanced authentication handling for Hive users. These updates address regressions and improve reliability across multiple integrations in the popular open-source home automation platform.
The latest Home Assistant update, version 2026.9.4, brings critical improvements to Tuya fan controls, ensuring fans turn off properly when speed is set to zero. It also addresses several bug fixes across popular integrations like Todoist, HomematicIP Cloud, Xbox, and Z-Wave JS, enhancing the smart home automation experience for users worldwide.