HomeKit Insider

In this episode of HomeKit Insider, hosts Andrew O'Hara and Wes Hilliard dive into the latest updates in smart home technology. They discuss Samsung's innovative AI-powered scene generation for SmartThings, the potential for Apple to integrate natural language processing into its Home app, and the exciting developments from IKEA as they embrace Matter and Thread for their smart home products. The duo also explores the impressive features of the new KEF XIO soundbar and the Narwhal Flow robot vacuum. Plus, Andrew shares his personal challenges with a mysterious predator in his chicken coop and the tech solutions he's considering. Tune in for a tech-filled discussion with insights and practical advice for smart home enthusiasts!Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Function Health: Get 160+ Lab Tests for $365 when you sign up between July 7th and July 11th. To learn more and get started, visitwww.functionhealth.com/HOMEKIT.HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showSamsung app updatesKef XIO SoundbarIKEA's new smart home plansAqara G410Wes Redkey Robot Mower reviewThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, your host gets into the week's news such as the US launch of the Nuki Smart Lock, three new floor lamps from Govee, the Marshall Middleton II, and more. We also revisit visionOS 26 and the leaked Apple Vision roadmap and a cool NFC home project.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Function Health: Get 160+ Lab Tests for $365 when you sign up between July 7th and July 11th. To learn more and get started, visitwww.functionhealth.com/HOMEKIT.Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showNuki Smart LockGovee Uplighter Floor LampGovee Tree Floor LampGovee Torchiere Floor LampMarshall Middleton IIOriginal cartridge projectNew retro cartridge projectThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, Ryan Okimoto -- Senior Director of Customer Engagement at Brilliant -- joins as guest host. We walk through the week's news such as Nomad's new Find My Leather MagSafe wallet, price increases for Hue products, and product leaks in Apple's code. Finally, we get into some Q&A around the return of Brilliant, maker of a smart wall panel that works with Apple Home.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showRecent code leaksGE A19 bulb at TargetSignify announces price increasesNomad Leather Mag WalletBest Find My Wallets (video)Brilliant's websiteThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, co-founderes of Nuki, Jurgen and Martin, join to talk about the US launch of their popular smart lock as well as the rest of the week's news. Other topics in the news include new Hue indirect lights, the Aqara U200 Lite, the Blue Air Signature air purifier, and more.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showBlue Air SignatureHue Play Wall WasherHue Smart ButtonNuki WebsiteThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, your host wraps up all the Apple Home news following WWDC25. We walk through iOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 to see all the new smart home features. Outside of WWDC, we go hands on with the Govee lamp post light that works with Matter.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:NordLayer: Get an exclusive offer of up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code homekit-10HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showCarPlay Apple Home features in iOS 26tvOS 26 New FeaturesGovee Lamp Post LightThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, Gimmy Chu -- CEO of Nanoleaf -- joins to go through our WWDC 2025 wish lists. We also get into the news with the world's first Matter-controlled bathroom exhaust fan and then go hands-on with Satechi's new FindAll sunglasses case and luggage tag. Plus, your host has a big personal announcement to share. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:NordLayer: Get an exclusive offer of up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code homekit-10Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showQi 2.2 MagSafe puckWyze camera bulbAIDot Matter bathroom fanSatechi FindAll glasses caseSatechi FindAll luggage tagNanoleaf websiteThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, CEO of of Maisomage app for Apple Home & Matter joins to help walk through the news. That includes going hands-on with the ThorBolt X1 Home Key deadbolt & the Brilliant 2nd-gen smart panel. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Fast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.comShopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showThorBolt X1 on AmazonGovee Lamp Post Light on AmazonHomey Pro MiniMaisomage on App StoreThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Dan Turk, a PR professional and co-host, dives into the fascinating world of smart home technology. He discusses the innovative SwitchBot Hub 3 and its biometric features, shedding light on the future of smart locks. The conversation shifts to Jony Ive's partnership with OpenAI and its potential to revolutionize smart homes. They also explore the aesthetics and practicality of solar garden lights, while highlighting the cybersecurity safeguards offered by NordLayer. Exciting possibilities for AI's role in personal wearables and smart home systems are also on the table.

Daniel Moneta, Chair of the Matter Marketing and Product Subgroup at the CSA and a strategist for Samsung SmartThings, shares his insights on the latest smart home innovations. He discusses the new Brilliant Gen 2 panels and the challenges of integrating smart technology. The conversation highlights the importance of the Matter 1.4.1 update, including improved user experience through features like NFC pairing. They also touch on collaboration among competing companies and the potential of central apps to streamline device management.

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, Franci Zigar, CEO and co-founder of Bird Buddy, joins to talk about the latest news, rumors for homeOS, and the newest update to Matter. After the news, we talk about the smart garden, Bird Buddy, and its new Kickstarter campaign for  WonderBlocks and Petal.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:NordLayer: Get an exclusive offer of up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code homekit-10Fast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.comHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showBird BuddyWonderBlocks & Petal KickstarterMatter 1.4.1 releaseApple's upcoming homeOSSonos & Ikea splitThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com