HomeKit Insider

Arlo releases new wireless cameras, Vizio launches new HomeKit-enabled TVs, we test the Switchbot Hub Mini, Stephen has a real-life water leak story, Andrew reviews the Hue Gradient Lightstrip and we answer listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the show New Arlo Ultra New Arlo Pro 4 Hue Adaptive Lighting Beta Visio HomeKit TVs SwitchBot Hub Mini Aqara Water Leak Sensor VOCOlinc PM3 Smart Plug Eve Energy - Smart Plug & Power Meter Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Yale launches their HomeKit Smart Delivery Box, small changes come to iOS 14.2, Stephen describes his Switchbot experience, Andrew has the Hue gradient lightstrip, we get an update on the AppleInsider studio and we answer listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the show Yale HomeKit Smart Delivery Box Smart Delivery Box from Yale | Security for your Home Everything new in iOS 14.2 beta 2: New emoji, HomeKit icons, and more Hue Lightstrip Pixelated TV 55" N Switchbot on Amazon SwitchBot Hub Mini Smart Remote SwitchBot Hub Plus Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

After some follow-up on Lutron blinds and HomeKit, we cover the meross HomeKit power strip, Senic outdoor Hue switch, Netatmo HomeKit doorbell camera, and Linksys updates its tri-band Velop router to include HomeKit. Then we interview special guest Matthew Keasler, Senior Product Manager at Linksys! Matthew talks about his history with Apple (and his love of cables), and then discusses what Linksys is doing to protect users’ privacy. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the show Belkin rolls out HomeKit support to Linksys Velop Tri-Band mesh routers meross Smart Power Strip Friends of Hue Outdoor Switch Netatmo announces European availability of HomeKit video doorbell SwitchBot Bot SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher Linksys Velop Intelligent Mesh WiFi System Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Our hosts discuss the announcements from Apple’s ‘Time Flies’ event, iOS 14 updates, Andrew’s studio updates, Stephen’s outdoor camera project, and we answer listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the show Apple Watch Series 6, new iPads, and Apple One services bundle on the AppleInsider podcast iOS 14 | Release Dates, Features, Updates Arlo Essential Wire-Free Video Doorbell | Arlo Home Security Systems Leviton Outdoor Outlet Cover SOCKiTBOX – The Original Weatherproof Connection Box Arlo Solar Panel Measurements ‎HomeDash App Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

LG backpedals on its backpedal over HomeKit, August and Hue announce a new integration, meross launches a new smart garage door sensor, we review the Aqaba G2H HomeKit secure video camera, we answer listener questions about ripping Blu-Rays and playing on Apple TV, and Andrew has a surprise question for our listeners! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the show August and Yale’s New Integration with Philips Hue Apple, Amazon, Google, Zigbee Alliance networking protocol on track for 2021 release meross Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener Aqara G2H White IP Camera SOCKiTBOX – The Original Weatherproof Connection Box VOCOlinc Contact Sensor Aqara Door and Window Sensor Eve Door & Window Contact Sensor Plex | Play Videos Anywhere Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

LIFX launches a new antibacterial smart bulb, Yale announces pricing and availability for their door and cabinet locks, LG back pedals on HomeKit for pre-2019 TV’s, Hue launches new products, Stephen broke his Logitech Circle View, and we answer listener questions! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the show LIFX Announces World-First Disinfecting Anti-Bacterial Smart Light Yale Linus Smart Lock Yale Smart Cabinet Lock LG reneges on AirPlay 2 and HomeKit for 2018 TVs New HomeKit Categories Hue launches multi-color light strip for TVs, updates bulbs Hue Iris Water Pressure Reducer in Action HomeKit Ceiling Fan Question Use ANY HOMEKIT Sensor to Trigger the AQARA Security System!! - YouTube Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Eufy announces a Kickstarter for its new outdoor delivery protection safe, Level Lock releases its touch-sensitive lock, Yardian has a HomeKit enabled sprinkler controller, we cover recent updates to HomeKit apps, and we answer listener questions! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. ‎Home+ 4 App Yardian Pro | Smart Sprinkler Controller Eufy SmartDrop Introducing Biometric Verification for August and Yale Locks Level Touch | The Smallest, Most Capable Lock Ever ‎Eve for HomeKit App ‎Quick Flick Lights App Lutron Caseta Dimmer Switch Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

We review the August Keypad, VOCOlinc announces their HomeKit smart humidifier, new home apps, and we answer listener questions! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the Show VOCOlinc MistFlow Smart Humidifier VOCOlinc Smart HEPA Air Purifier August Home Smart Keypad Blueair Blue Pure 121 Home Configurator App Home Flash App Abode Security System Austin Air Purifier (Physical Switch) Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Andrew reviews the new VOCOlinc HomeKit enabled air purifier, Onvis launches a HomeKit Secure Video camera, and we answer listener questions and feedback! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the Show ONVIS C3 HomeKit Secure Video Camera Samotech® Light Switch White Cover Philips Hue Smart Wireless Dimmer Switch Review: VOCOlinc PureFlow is the only HomeKit air purifier you need VOCOlinc Smart WiFi HEPA Air Purifier Blueair Blue Pure 121 Air Purifier Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Aqara backtracks on HomeKit-only support, Arlo Pro 3 floodlight camera gets HomeKit support, Yobi B3 is a new HomeKit doorbell camera with no video recording, Andrew reviews the new Wemo mini smart plug, and we go through listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Hara and Stephen Robles 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. Links from the Show Reddit: Aqara is not suspending Homekit-only Mode Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Cam gains support for Apple HomeKit Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera on Amazon Arlo Certified Accessory - Solar Panel Charger Yobi B3 HomeKit Enabled Smart Doorbell Netatmo Presence: Smart Outdoor Security Camera with floodlight ‎Automate Your Home - App Store Story ‎Home Flash app for HomeKit Watts 3/4 in. Water Pressure Reducing Valve Pressure Reducing Valve, Thread with Gauge Meter Wemo Smart Plug 3-Pack on Amazon Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com