HomeKit Insider

Your hosts debate the state of HomeKit terminology, some noticeable bug fixes came with iOS 16.3.1, Ikea has a new Matter-enabled air quality monitor, smart TV buying tips, and robotic lawn mowers.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@stephenrobles on TwitterStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:Kolide: Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. Plus, it’s Zero Trust, tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today when you visit: kolide.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showHue Lightguide - Hueblog.deArlo CEO on 7-Day RecordingsApple releases iOS 16.3.1, iPadOS 16.3.1, watchOS 9.3.1 updatesApple fixes Siri bug in tvOS 16.3.2 and HomePod updateIkea has a new Matter-enabled indoor air quality monitorDeveloping apps and accessories for the home - Apple DeveloperHome app - AppleTCL 65” Class 5-Series 4K HDR Smart Roku - Best BuyLandroid Robotic Lawn Mower | WORXSubscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

LG updates their webOS TVs with Apple services, Aqara begins M2 hub Matter rollout, HomeKit architecture update coming with iOS 16.4, plus we review the new HomePods, Narwal Freo robot vacuum, and SwitchBot Blind Tilt!Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@stephenrobles on TwitterStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showLG adds Apple services to hundreds of webOS-equipped smart TVsAqara begins rollout of Matter firmware for M2 hubs77-Inch Class S95C OLED 4K Smart TV (2023) | Samsung USAqara G4 Video DoorbellHomeKit architecture upgrade expected to return in iOS 16.4Future HomeKit could track you through your house and predict your needsOnvis Prepare for March Release of Thread Motion SensorApple HomePod Review 2023 - Hands-on Smart Speaker TestThe HomePod challenge: A blind audio test of old vs new | MacworldSonos Era 100 and Era 300 speakers coming soonMop & Vacuum Your Home With the Ultimate Narwal Freo - YouTubeSwitchBot Blind Tilt Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Samsung’s SmartThings iOS app now supports Matter devices, Hue launches a new portable table lamp, Anker confesses Eufy cameras were never encrypted, and your hosts discuss whole-home smart water shutoff valves!Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@stephenrobles on TwitterStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:Kolide: Send your employees automated Slack messages with security and privacy recommendations! Get a FREE Kolide Gift Bundle after trial activation when you visit: kolide.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showSmartThings app on iOS now supports MatterTP-Link Matter PlugPhilips Hue 1-Pack Go Portable Table LampPhilips Hue Portable Table Lamp - Best BuyAnker admits that Eufy cameras were never encryptedWireless Valve Controller & Bulldog Valve Robot Phyn Automatic Water Shut Off ValveFlo Water Shutoff Valve | MOENKonnected Alarm Panel Wired Alarm System ConversionSubscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

iOS 16.3 has some quirks, HomeKit architecture is still missing, hidden settings for Apple TV Up Next, and searching for the best HomeKit plug.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@stephenrobles on TwitterStephen on MastodonEmail us hereHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showHomePass Updated with MatterApple gearing up to re-release revamped HomeKit architectureiOS 16.3 now available with support for new HomePod, security keysNew HomePod shipping times slip to 7 weeks in some countries - HomeKit AuthoritySubscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

HomePod returns with audio improvements and new smart home features, iOS 16.3 activates the humidity and temperature sensors on HomePod mini, your hosts roundup more devices from CES, and we review the Yale HomeKit Safe.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@stephenrobles on TwitterStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:Kolide: Send your employees automated Slack messages with security and privacy recommendations! Get a FREE Kolide Gift Bundle after trial activation when you visit: kolide.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showApple resurrects full-size HomePod with updated acousticsHomePod software updates brings new features to every modelHands on with HomePod mini's temperature and humidity sensorsCES Hands On: The best smart home gear coming in 2023Yale Smart Safe review: HomeKit support, but buggyPhilips Hue Smart ButtonSubscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Yale launches a new smart safe with HomeKit, we cover multiple Find My devices announced at CES, Hunter Douglas shades come with a tax credit, Roborock shows off the new S8 Pro Ultra, and we discuss HomeKit button controllers.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@stephenrobles on TwitterStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showDuette Honeycomb Shades | Hunter DouglasSamsung updates Nearby Device Scanning with MatterHome app - Accessories AppleRolling Square AirCard and AirCard E with Find MyYale releases two new HomeKit-connected smart safesAll the Find My gear at CES 2023Smartmi Unveil Standing Fan for HomeKitKEF SubwooferWiiM Pro Audio Receiver Released Roborock S8 Pro UltraAVR-X4800H AV Receiver | Denon™The Rise GardenAqara Wireless Mini SwitchEve ButtonWemo Stage Scene ControllerPhilips Hue Smart ButtonSubscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

CES is in full swing and we cover all the HomeKit and Matter products, including Govee and Nanoleaf with TV sync lights, Aqara previews several new products including a presence sensor and HSV doorbell, Mui board offers a unique way to control your smart home, and more!Tweet and follow our hosts at @andrew_osu and @stephenrobles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "HomeKit Insider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts.Sponsored by:Kolide: Send your employees automated Slack messages with security and privacy recommendations! Get a FREE Kolide Gift Bundle after trial activation when you visit: kolide.com/appleinsiderHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showHome Assistant open-source smart home platform is getting its own voice controls - The VergeAqara debuts HomeKit Secure Video doorbell and deadbolt lockAqara previews its latest devices with Matter support - YouTubeApple's MagSafe is foundation for new Qi2 wireless charging standardiOttie Velox Elite is an actively cooled MagSafe car charger to prevent overheatingEve has more HomeKit blinds and expands Matter supportTrova Home personal safe now available to orderGovee shows off Matter certified M1 light strip at CES 2023Govee reveals AI-driven TV sync box for its smart lightsNew Twinkly Entertainment Hub will sync LED lights with videosNanoleaf rolls out new Matter home automation products at CES 2023The new Mui Board Second Gen is a smart home controller that doesn’t look like a smart home controller - The VergeLutron shows off new colors of Diva dimmer at CES 2023GE's Cync smart light line massively expands at CES 2023Ring Car Cam and new Peephole Cam launch at CES 2023New ADT+ app makes DIY security setup and management easySync your Hue lights with your Samsung TV natively for $130SwitchBot unveils smart home Hub 2 with Matter supportSECURAM launches smart light and smart dimmer switchesLeviton | MatterApple's 'Find My' will help you find a lost Ember Travel Mug 2+Brava announces glass front app-controlled smart oven at CES 2023Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

After numerous issues, Apple has halted the Home Architecture update making it unavailable to iOS 16.2 users, Amazon adds Matter support to numerous devices, Aqara updates its M2 hub, and Evvr launches a no-neutral required, in-wall HomeKit relay switch!Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@stephenrobles on TwitterStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekitto learn more.HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showApple halts update to HomeKit's new Home architectureAqara Announce Updated M2 Hub With POERing doorbell ‘swatting’ and livestream schemeBuilding Matter devices with Alexa todayGovee Led Strip Light M1 has passed Matter certification To our eufy Security CustomersEvvr In-Wall Smart Relay SwitchEVVR Smart in-⁠Wall Relay SwitchSubscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Eve updates several devices to Matter, Airversa announces a HomeKit humidifier, Andrew gets a first look at the Dexcom G7 glucose monitor, and we review the Leviton Scene Controller and Lutron Diva smart dimmer.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at @andrew_osu and @stephenrobles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "HomeKit Insider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts.Sponsored by:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!Kolide: Send your employees automated Slack messages with security and privacy recommendations! Get a FREE Kolide Gift Bundle after trial activation when you visit: kolide.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showJustWatch - The Streaming GuideEve rolling out Matter firmware update for some HomeKit productsGetting started with Matter | evehome.comKasa Apple HomeKit Smart Dimmer Airversa to Launch Thread-Enabled HumidifierLevel Lock+ | LevelFirst look: New Dexcom G7 glucose monitorLeviton Scene Controller SwitchLutron Diva Smart DimmerLutron Claro Smart SwitchButton of the Month - The VergeSubscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Twinkly releases a HomeKit wreath for the holidays, Eufy debacle gets worse, Hunter Douglas new releases, Sonos and IKEA team up for a floor lamp, we review the Meross table lamp, plus HomeKit gift ideas.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at @andrew_osu and @stephenrobles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "HomeKit Insider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts.Sponsored by:Kolide: Send your employees automated Slack messages with security and privacy recommendations! Get a FREE Kolide Gift Bundle after trial activation when you visit: kolide.com/homekitNebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekitto learn more.HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showPre-Lit Smart Xmas Wreath TwinklySwedish Smart Home Ecosystem Plejd Gains HomeKit SupportSonos and IKEA Made Furniture with Brilliant Sound | Sonos BlogAnker’s Eufy lied to us about the security of its security cameras - The VergeSilhouette Window Shadings | Hunter Douglas OfficialLuminette Privacy Sheers | Hunter Douglasmeross Smart WiFi Table LampSmart GrowhouseBest 3-in-1 MagSafe Chargers in 2022 for iPhone, Apple Watch, & AirPods! - YouTube3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad BelkinOtterBox 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Zagg 3-in-1 travel charger w/ MagSafeHyperJuice 4-in-1 Wireless ChargerESR HaloLock 3-in-1 Wireless ChargerHiRise 3 Wireless Charging StandEve Energy Smart PlugHomePod mini - AppleEve Light Stripecobee Smart Thermostat Premium with SiriMeross Garage Door OpenerLogitech Circle View DoorbellApple Music Sing turns iPhone and Apple TV into karaoke machineSubscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com