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Learn about the latest HomeKit devices, news, reviews, and more on HomeKit Insider. Our hosts Andrew O'Hara and Stephen Robles discuss how-to's, automations, integrating Siri Shortcuts, and review their recent HomeKit projects.
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Mar 7, 2022 • 48min
Aqara G2H Pro Camera, Lutron Serena Smart Shades, and Sonos Roam SL
Lutron refreshed their Serena Smart Shade line, Sonos releases a cheaper version of their Roam portable speaker, Aqara updated the G2H camera with additional features, and we highlight our non-HomeKit smart home devices.
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:
Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more.
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Links from the show
Lutron's HomeKit-equipped Serena Smart Shades updated to block more light
Lidl Release HomeKit Compatible Zigbee Hub
New Multicolour lighting from Moonside
Sonos unveils cheaper Roam SL speaker without a microphone
Move: The Best-Sounding Bluetooth Speaker in the World | Sonos
Aqara Camera Hub G2H Pro
Eve Flare
iRobot® Roomba i3
Fluval Aquasky 2.0 LED Aquarium Lighting
Dyson Pure Cool Air Purifier
Samsung 27.7 cu.ft. Stainless French Door Smart Refrigerator
Roborock S6 Pure Robot Vacuum and Mop
Petcube Bites 2 Lite Interactive WiFi Pet Monitoring
Chicken Guard Door
Casper Sleep Glow Night Light, Two Pack
Traeger Grills Pro Series 780
Breville CS10001 Joule Sous Vide
MEATER Plus | Smart Meat Thermometer
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Feb 28, 2022 • 39min
New Thread Devices, HomeKit Brand Roundup, and Ubiquiti Home Network
New thread devices launched, including the Eve Water Guard and Wemo smart plug, Aqara launches an updated motion sensor, we roundup all the available HomeKit thread devices, and highlight lesser known brands.
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.
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Hunter Douglas: Take advantage of the Season of Style rebate savings event at: hunterdouglas.com/homekit
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Eve Water Guard updated with support for Thread
Eve Flare - Amazon
Aqara P1 Motion Sensor Launches in China
All the HomeKit devices that support Thread
Wemo Smart Switch with Thread
RadioRA 3, Lutron Switches
UniFi® Design Center
Twinkly
Smart Gardens
FIBARO | Home Automation - Home Intelligence - Smart Home
Smart Kitchen Faucets — Kohler
Somfy | Smart Home Systems
Smart Home | Power & Charging
Laser Egg Air Quality Monitors
WACIAO
Smart Shower | MOEN
Arlo Ultra 2 Spotlight Camera
eufy Security Camera
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Feb 21, 2022 • 55min
HomeKit Smoke Detectors, Hive Thermostat, and Smart Home Origin Stories
Meross announces a new HomeKit smoke alarm, Hive launches new smart thermostat mini, our hosts share their smart home origin stories, and we answer listener questions.
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:
Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more.
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Meross smart smoke alarm that works with HomeKit
Netatmo Offering Video Doorbell Power Adaptor
Hive launch new smart thermostat mini
Hive Smart Indoor Camera
How Did You Get Started in HomeKit? - Andrew's Tweet
Monoprice Rough-in Bracket for 6.5in Round Speaker
Polk Audio 6.5" 2-Way In-Ceiling Speaker - Best Buy
Pushcut - Triggers, notifications & widgets that kick off your automation
Ecobee Switch+ Smart Light Switch - Amazon
Brilliant: Smart Home Automation
Philips Hue White and Color A21 High Lumen Smart Bulb
LIFX Color A19 E26 1-Pack
Roomie Remote
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Feb 14, 2022 • 41min
Special Interview with Jonathan Hui, VP of Technology at Thread Group
Jonathan Hui, Principal Software Engineer at Google and VP of Technology at Thread Group joins us to discuss the history of Thread, unique projects utilizing the smart home technology, and what the future holds with Matter and Thread standards.
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.
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Links from the show
Home Widget app for HomeKit
LG Introduces mobile Touchscreen with HomeKit, Airplay 2 Compatibility
Jonathan Hui on Twitter
Thread Case Studies
OpenThread Website
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Feb 7, 2022 • 1h 4min
Matter, HomeKit door locks, and more with Jennifer Tuohy from The Verge
Smart home reporter for The Verge, Jennifer Tuohy join us this week to discuss all things Matter, HomeKit door locks, GE Cync, robot vacuums, and more!
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:
Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more.
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Follow Jennifer on Twitter
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy - The Verge
Matter is coming to save the smart home
First Full Video of Aqara Presence Sensor FP1 Emerges
Yale Commits to New Connectivity Standard, Matter
Level Bolt - The Invisible Smart Lock
Wemo Stage Scene Controller with Thread
Roborock Robot Vacuum Cleaner and Mop
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Jan 31, 2022 • 45min
Nanoleaf Smart Mirror, Philips Hue Outdoor Lights, and In-Ceiling Home Theater
Nanoleaf partnered with Hafa to create a smart mirror with HomeKit and thread, Philips Hue launches new outdoor lights, we review Belkin's new MagSafe charging puck, and discuss new home construction networking and home theater speakers.
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:
Hunter Douglas: Take advantage of the Season of Style rebate savings event at: hunterdouglas.com/homekit
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
All the Apple Home Key compatible locks
Nanoleaf Partners With Hafa For HomeKit ‘Smart Mirror’ with Thread?
Philips Hue gains trio of HomeKit-compatible outdoor wall lights
Monoprice Alpha In-Ceiling Speakers - Monoprice
Aruba Instant On - Small-Business wired and wireless Networks
3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad with MagSafe | Belkin
Wemo Stage Scene Controller - Amazon
Belkin now has its own official MagSafe charging puck, for $20 more than Apple's
Ubiquiti Access Point WiFi 6
AT&T is rolling out multi-gig fiber internet to more than 70 cities | Engadget
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Jan 24, 2022 • 50min
Wemo Stage Controller Review, New MagSafe Accessories, and Home Network Planning
Aqara announces a new curtain motor, we highlight new MagSafe accessories from Belkin and Mophie, Stephen plans his new home network and home theater setup, Andrew reviews the Wemo stage controller, and we answer listener questions.
Sponsored by:
Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more.
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.
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Links from the show
Wemo Smart Video Doorbell Review: Designed for Apple Users -- Only Apple Users! - YouTube
Aqara Curtain Motor and Motion Sensor Revealed
Belkin now has its own official MagSafe charging puck, for $20 more than Apple's
Anker 623 Magnetic Wireless Charger (MagGo)
Mophie releases MagSafe travel multi-charger through Apple Store
3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad with MagSafe | Belkin
Access Point WiFi 6 Lite
Verizon 5G Home Internet | Verizon
Eero could be close to launching a Wi-Fi 6E mesh networking system
Wemo Stage Scene Controller with Thread
iSmartgate smart wireless sensor kit for garage doors.
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Jan 17, 2022 • 57min
OmniaBlinds with Eve Review, Wemo Video Doorbell Review, and Roborock S7 MaxV Vacuum
Aqara creates a next generation occupancy censor, Netatmo announces a combined contact and motion sensor, we discuss more devices from CES including the Roborock vacuum and mop combo, plus we review OmniaBlinds smart shades and Wemo video doorbell.
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.
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Links from the show
Wemo Smart Video Doorbell review: The new HomeKit doorbell of choice
OmniaBlinds with Eve MotionBlinds review: Thread-enabled window coverings raise the bar
HomeDevices on the App Store
Aqara Prepare Launch of Next Gen Occupancy Sensor
Netatmo Announces Combined Motion and Contact Sensor with Thread
Apple releases iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 with HomeKit and CarPlay fixes
Aura Air Purifier
MOFT Smart Desk Mat -Snap
Roborock S7 MaxV Series
Wemo Stage Scene Controller - Amazon
Hands on with the new HomeKit devices from CES 2022
WACIAO
Rolling Square's AirCard fits in your wallet, works just like an AirTag
Throat Coat Tea
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Jan 10, 2022 • 41min
HomeKit at CES 2022, WeMo Doorbell, Eve Floodlight Camera, and More
We cover all the HomeKit news from CES 2022, including Wemo’s new doorbell camera, Eve launches an outdoor floodlight camera, new light strips from Sengled, Chipolo announces a Find My card, and we see Matter demoed in-person!
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:
Nebia by Moen: The Nebia by Moen Spa Shower is Nebia’s most advanced shower yet. The first 100 listeners to use code HomeKit will receive 10% off Nebia products! Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more.
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Belkin introduces new HomeKit Secure Video doorbell, new Matter-ready devices at CES 2022
Logitech Circle View Doorbell
Smart Video Doorbell | Netatmo
Eve introduces new outdoor HomeKit cam and MotionBlinds availability at CES 2022
Sengled unveils new HomeKit Video-Sync light strips, smart outdoor string lights
Schlage unveils first WiFi deadblock smart lock with Apple Home Key support
Chipolo announces wallet-sized Bluetooth tracker to work with Find My
TP-Link launches four HomeKit cameras at CES, plus smart lighting and outlets
Targus USB-C dock featuring fingerprint ID
Mila Air Purifier
Aura Air
Nanoleaf products will soon act as Thread border routers for HomeKit devices
Aqara announces new smart home sensors with Thread support
Soundform Wireless Earbuds w/ Dynamic Drivers | Belkin
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Jan 3, 2022 • 42min
HomeKit Ceiling Fan Control, Tips on Naming Devices in Home, and Listener Questions
We spend this episode answering YOUR questions! We cover ceiling fan controls, how to name your HomeKit devices for clear control, flush ceiling lights, garage door opener tips, and more!
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.
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Links from the show
Terncy Release Dual Mode Ceiling Light For HomeKit
First Aqara Branded Ceiling Light Released in China
Lutron Caseta Wireless Smart Fan Speed Control
LIFX Smart Switch, in-Wall Wi-Fi Smart Touch Switch
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