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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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Dec 27, 2021 • 35min
Apple Home Key Locks, Aqara Skylight, and the Best HomeKit Motion Detectors
Schlage door lock is leaked and could be the first to support Apple Home Key, Aqara announces new products including an LED skylight, and we highlight the best HomeKit motion detectors.
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
Schlage Encode Plus could support Apple Home Key and Thread
New Aqara Products Announced Including Skylight, Smart Lock and More…
Aqara G3 Privacy Feature Receives update
VOCOlinc Light Strip
Yeelight LED Lightstrip Pro - Yeelight Shop
Eve Thread Example
Eve Motion
Fibaro Motion Sensor
Philips Hue Indoor Motion Sensor
Philips Hue Dusk-to-Dawn Outdoor Motion Sensor
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Dec 20, 2021 • 53min
Twinkly Lights Review, New HomeKit Apps, and Matter Smart Home in 2022
OmniaBlinds powered by Eve are HomeKit-enabled shades now available to buy, HomeControl for Mac gives users control over their home from the macOS Menu Bar, Home Widget launches for iPhone, plus we discuss Matter coming in 2022 and review the Eve Room and Twinkly holiday lights.
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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HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
OmniaBlinds
Hunter Fan 52"
HomeControl Menu for HomeKit
Home Widget • for HomeKit
Developer demonstrates how good HomeKit could be with iPhone's U1 chip precision [Video]
Yeelight Officially Announce Plans to Support Matter in 2022
Which products should you buy if you want a Matter smart home? - The Verge
Level Keypad
Eve Room
Twinkly Multicolor LED Lights
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Dec 13, 2021 • 53min
Eve Room, Rio Arc Review, and the Best HomeKit Doorbell Cameras
Eve launches their updated Eve Room with thread, Zemismart announces a zigbee-powered HomeKit ceiling light, we review the Rio Arc heater, and highlight the best HomeKit doorbell cameras.
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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HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Eve Room
Zemismart Zigbee Hub
Zemismart Ceiling Lamp
Rio Arc Review – Worlds first HomeKit electric heater
Eve Button
Arlo Essential Wired Video Doorbell
Yobi Doorbell Camera
Netatmo Doorbell Camera
Logitech Circle View Doorbell Camera
Robin ProLine HomeKit
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Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Dec 6, 2021 • 51min
Reolink LTE Outdoor Camera, HomeKit on Apple Watch, and Light Switch Roundup
Eve Water Guard shows up in FCC filing with Thread, we review the Reolink outdoor camera, a completely wireless solution powered by solar and uses cellular data, plus we roundup our favorite HomeKit light switches.
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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HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Eve Water Guard
Reolink Go PT Camera with Solar Panel
Lutron Caseta Deluxe Smart Dimmer Switch
Wemo WiFi Smart Dimmer Switch
Eve Light Switch
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Switch
Brilliant Smart Home Control (3-Switch Panel)
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Nov 29, 2021 • 50min
HomeKit Device Roundup: Smart Plugs and Garage Doors, Plus Twinkly Lights and Aqara G3 Camera
Tinwkly updates to support HomeKit, Aqara launches its G3 camera hub in the US, and we begin a roundup of the best HomeKit devices across every category! This week we cover smart plugs, Home hubs, and garage door openers.
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
Twinkly - Lights
Govee Thermometer
Hub for HomeKit App
Samsung Remote: ControlMeister
Black Friday: Expand your HomeKit smart home with these deals
Eve Energy Smart Plug
Wemo Smart Plug
Eve Energy Strip
Lutron Outdoor Smart Plug
WeMo WiFi Smart Outdoor Plug
ConnectSense Smart In-Wall Outlet
2021 Apple TV HD (32GB, 5th Generation)
Eve Aqua
HomePod mini
meross Smart Garage Door Opener
myQ Chamberlain Smart Garage Control
Chamberlain Smart myQ
LiftMaster MyQ Home Bridge
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Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Nov 22, 2021 • 46min
Amazon Basics Switches, Cota Wireless Power, and Smart Home Adoption Study
We review a recent smart home adoption study in the U.S., Amazon announces Alexa-only wall switches, new products from Terncy and Smartwings, charging devices over-the-air, and Apple TV remote cases with AirTag holder.
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
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HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Amazon has four new, very cheap smart switches
Ring Always Home Cam, an Indoor Flying Camera
Apple Head of Home Services departs after two-year tenure
Terncy Release Dual Mode Ceiling Light For HomeKit
Smartwings Introduce Custom HomeKit Blinds Option
Cota: Real Wireless Power
The First Gadgets With True Wireless Charging Are Here
SceneFlow for HomeKit
VIZ Designer for HomeKit
SwitchBot Official Website - Your Simple Switch to a Smart Home
elago R5 Locator Case Compatible with 2021 Apple TV Siri Remote
Motion sensor for doors and windows | ecobee
Hub for HomeKit
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Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Nov 15, 2021 • 57min
Honeywell T9 Adds HomeKit, Targus Backpack with Find My, and Nonda Vehicle Monitor
Honeywell adds HomeKit support to its T9 thermostat, ecobee offers home security, Nuki lock 3.0 lineup announced, Targus announces a backpack with Find My, we compare the BlueDriver and Nonda OBD car monitors, and 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.
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HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Honeywell Home T9 smart thermostat gets HomeKit support
Smart Security | ecobee
First Aqara Branded Ceiling Light Released in China
Aqara Issue Limited Edition G3 ‘Mars’ Camera Hub
Nuki Lock 3.0, 3.0 Pro Lineup And More Announced
Targus Backpack Equipped with Find My™ Technology
elago R5 Locator Case Compatible with 2021 Apple TV Siri Remote
Fit Designed for 2021 Apple TV Siri Remote
BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBDII Scan Tool
Nonda Vehicle Health Monitor
Jot | For those who take their coffee easy
Cometeer - Earth’s First Hyper Fresh Coffee
FYRTUR Blackout roller blind, wireless - IKEA
Govee Hygrometer Thermometer
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Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Nov 8, 2021 • 50min
Arlo Go 2, Netatmo CO Detector, Flic Twist, and Smart Vehicle Devices
New devices from Arlo, Netatmo, and Aqara, Flic Twist device will support Matter, devices to make your car smart, and we answer listener questions including outdoor contact sensors.
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:
SimpliSafe Security: Get 40% OFF your first home security system and your first month of interactive monitoring FREE at: simplisafe.com/homekit
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the show
Announcing Flic Twist: A Wireless Dial for the Entire Family, with Matter Support.
Flic Twist: The Wireless Dial for your Smart Home
Ecobee acquired by generator company Generac for $770 million
Amazon says Matter is coming to the 4th gen Echo smart speaker
New design Arlo Go 2 launches with LTE, improved video quality
Aqara Update Reveals Forthcoming Pro Lighting Range
New Aqara Gas Leak Sensor Released
Netatmo debuts new HomeKit-compatible smart CO detector
Signals for HomeKit
Use Signals for HomeKit to Power a Spooky Halloween — HomeMade Automation
BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBDII
Nonda Car Adapter
ismartgate Magnetic Wireless Sensor
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Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Nov 1, 2021 • 43min
Special Guest Faith O’Hara Joins The Show
While Stephen is away, Andrew's wife Faith O'Hara joins the show. As always we start with the news including more than 200 playlists coming to Apple Music to suit your mood, Matter support coming to Eero routers, and more.
Then we have a Q&A session with Faith on all things smart home including several listener questions from you all.
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the Show
Faith's Instagram
Signals comes to the Mac
Everything new in iOS 15.1
All of the new Apple Music playlists
Eero is getting Matter support
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag #homekitinsider
Tweet and follow our hosts at Stephen Robles and Andrew O’Hara, 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.

Oct 25, 2021 • 56min
New AirPods, M1 Pro and M1 Max, Redesigned MacBook Pro and Listener Questions
We discuss Apple's announcements from the "Unleashed" event, including Apple Music Voice Plan, HomePod mini colors, new AirPods, and the new high-end Apple Silicon chips. We also touch on sleep tracking apps, listener pillow recommendations, and HomeKit Scenes plus Focus Mode integration.
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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BetterHelp: You deserve to be happy. Get 10% your first month of online counseling by visiting: betterhelp.com/homekit
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HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
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Links from the Show
Start Up I A song made from 45 years of Apple sounds I Apple - YouTube
Apple's all-new AirPods support Spatial Audio for $179
Apple introduces $4.99 Voice Plan for Apple Music
HomePod mini now comes in five colors
New M1 Pro, M1 Max MacBook Pros support more displays than M1 Macs
New MacBook Pro driven by M1 Pro & M1 Max processors
New MacBook Pros chargeable via MagSafe 3 or Thunderbolt 4
Apple debuts 14-inch MacBook Pro with HDMI, MagSafe, and a notch
Apple unveils 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Pro, M1 Max starting at $2499
Sleep Watch by Bodymatter
AutoSleep Track Sleep on Watch
Pillow: Sleep Cycle Tracker
Bedgear Storm Series New Pillow 2.0
Simba Hybrid® Pillow
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