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* Yes, multiple ESP32's, each running a separate copy of HomeSpan, can be used on the same HomeKit network, provided that each device has a unique *Device ID*, a unique *Host Name*, and a unique *Display Name*. Normally, the *Device ID* is randomly-generated by HomeSpan at start-up and will therefore automatically be unique across multiple devices. Also, unless you override the suffix of the default *Host Name*, it will also be unique across multiple devices since HomeSpan uses the *Device ID* as the suffix of the *Host Name*. The only thing you need to ensure is that you assign a different *Display Name* to each of your devices. See the [HomeSpan API Reference](https://github.com/HomeSpan/HomeSpan/blob/master/docs/Reference.md) for details on how to do this. * Yes, multiple ESP32's, each running a separate copy of HomeSpan, can be used on the same HomeKit network, provided that each device has a unique *Device ID*, a unique *Host Name*, and a unique *Display Name*. Normally, the *Device ID* is randomly-generated by HomeSpan at start-up and will therefore automatically be unique across multiple devices. Also, unless you override the suffix of the default *Host Name*, it will also be unique across multiple devices since HomeSpan uses the *Device ID* as the suffix of the *Host Name*. The only thing you need to ensure is that you assign a different *Display Name* to each of your devices. See the [HomeSpan API Reference](https://github.com/HomeSpan/HomeSpan/blob/master/docs/Reference.md) for details on how to do this.
#### Does HomeSpan require the use of a HomeKit Hub, such as a HomePod or Apple TV?
* Yes, if you want HomeSpan to be able to send notifications, such as status updates if a contact sensor is opened, or updates from a temperature sensor. If your device can only be operated from the Home App (i.e. it has no local control buttons) and does not generate any status messages, than a HomeKit Hub would not be necessary. Note you will also need a HomeKit Hub if you wish to control your device via the Internet when away from your local WiFi network. These requirements and conditions are not specific to HomeSpan, but apply to all commercial HomeKit devices as a result of Apple updating its HomeKit Architecture (as of iOS 16.4).
#### Does HomeSpan support video and audio streams? #### Does HomeSpan support video and audio streams?
* No, HomeSpan does not support streaming services, such as Audio Stream Management, Data Stream Transport Management, or Camera RTP Management. See [HomeSpan Services and Characteristics](ServiceList.md) for a complete list of all Services supported by HomeSpan. * No, HomeSpan does not support streaming services, such as Audio Stream Management, Data Stream Transport Management, or Camera RTP Management. See [HomeSpan Services and Characteristics](ServiceList.md) for a complete list of all Services supported by HomeSpan.