HomeKit Insider tvOS 18.1 Gets New Watch List, Apple's Secret Thread Radios, & More New Smart Home Devices Launch
Nov 4, 2024
Discover Apple's secret Thread radios popping up in new devices! The latest in smart home tech includes a new watch list feature in tvOS 18.1 and innovative lighting solutions like LifX outdoor lights. Learn about DIY tips for improving home airflow with new smart vent systems, and how older gadgets can become smart with real-time control. Plus, a peek into the Tapo H110 and the evolving landscape of robotic vacuums that integrate effortlessly with HomeKit and Matter.
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Apple's New Watch List Explained
- Apple's new watch list separates unwatched shows from the "up next" queue of started content.
- This helps users manage what they want to watch next without losing track among ongoing shows.
Apple's Hidden Thread Radios
- Apple is quietly embedding Thread radios in many new Macs and iPads without announcing it.
- This likely prepares the ecosystem for broader Thread and Matter smart home device integration.
Using Lifx Outdoor Permanent Lights
- Lifx launched permanent outdoor smart light strands that are matter-enabled over Wi-Fi.
- Their 50-foot strands can be expanded, and users can mount them with adhesives or screws.