Smart Home Insider

OmniBlinds announces thread-enable HomeKit shades, Arlo has new subscription monitoring services, first impressions of the Aqara air quality sensor, and we discuss Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack. 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. 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. Links from the show HomeKit Insider - YouTube Channel Apple MagSafe Battery Pack -- Your Questions ANSWERED!! - YouTube Can You Use Apple's MagSafe Battery Pack with iPhone 11? - YouTube OmniaBlinds to Ship Thread-Compatible Blinds in September (U) Arlo launches new subscription services including 24/7 monitoring Aqara releases HomeKit-compatible TVOC air quality monitor, use promo code TVOCPR2224 Aqara Indoor Air Quality Monitor MagSafe Battery Pack Review APC UPS, 600VA UPS Battery Backup HomeKit Homily - Tweet Thread Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Linksys brings HomeKit support to the AX4200 routers, Toshiba and Insignia Amazon Fire TVs gain HomeKit and AirPlay 2, new products from Legrand and Yeelight, plus 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: Hunter Douglas: Get a FREE Style Gets Smarter design guide and learn about their HomeKit window shades at: hunterdouglas.com/homekit Links from the show HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Netatmo Video Doorbell Linksys AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 mesh routers gain support for Apple HomeKit Amazon adds AirPlay 2 and HomeKit to Toshiba, Insignia Fire TVs Legrand Unveil New US Zigbee Hub, Switches and Plugs Yeelight Introduce Updated Pro Bluetooth Mesh Hub ‎Chicken Coop Fraction Games ‎How to Build Your Own Chicken Coop (Short-e Guide) ‎Chicken Coop on Apple Podcasts ‎Chicken Coop Blues (Cigar Box Guitar Remix) - Apple Music Philips Hue Dusk-to-Dawn Outdoor Motion Sensor Smart Light Switches, Dimmers and Outlets | Decora Smart® Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Nanoleaf has updated their elements and shapes lineup to enable Thread support, Aqara leaks new shade controllers, HomeKit Insider now has a YouTube channel, we conclude our door contact sensor notification saga, and we answer a bunch of 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. 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. Links from the show HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Nanoleaf rolls out Thread Border Router support for Shapes, Elements Aqara Reveal Retrofit Roller Blind Motor SOMA Smart Shades 2 8 Apple Features That Deserve MORE Attention! - YouTube ‎Pushcut: Shortcuts Automation Advanced HomeKit Automations - Shane Whatley TinyNFC Eve Room - Apple HomeKit Smart Home Temperature Sensor Philips Hue Smart Button for Hue Lights Automatically Text Your Home ETA iPhone Shortcut - YouTube iDevices IDEV0008HW Wi-Fi Smart Wall Switch Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

New HomeKit light switches from Brilliant, Hue launching brighter bulbs and new styles, KEF releases new AirPlay 2 speakers, and we discuss more contact and motion sensor automations. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at @andrew_osu and @stephenrobles. 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. 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. Sponsored by: Hunter Douglas: Get a FREE Style Gets Smarter design guide and learn about their HomeKit window shades at: hunterdouglas.com/homekit Links from the show Brilliant brings HomeKit to smart plug and wall switch Philips Hue to introduce new bulbs in September LS50 Wireless II | KEF Eve Door & Window Sensor Philips Hue Indoor Motion Sensor Eve Motion Sensor Edible Arrangements® expansion in China - Edible® Blog Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Aqara announces multiple wall switches for the EU both with and without a neutral wire, ecobee updates their smart thermostats, we dive into contact sensors and automation, then 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. 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. Sponsored by: Hunter Douglas: Get a FREE Style Gets Smarter design guide and learn about their HomeKit window shades at: hunterdouglas.com/homekit Links from the show Aqara EU Wall Switch No Neutral Required ecobee Wi-Fi-enabled smart thermostats ecobee HomeKit Connected Fence Door Monitoring System Eve Door and Window Sensor ‎HomeBot app for Shortcuts Smart Garage Hub | myQ Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Level Lock released a new version of its HomeKit-enabled smart lock, Ikea officially announces Symfonisk picture frame speaker, we review the Hunter Douglas PowerView shades, 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. 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. Links from the show Level Lock - The Smallest and Most Advanced Smart Lock Ever. Ikea HomeKit-compatible Symfonisk picture frame speaker coming July 15 Hunter Douglas PowerView shades review: The most luxe experience a HomeKit user could ask for Doorbell Transformer Door Chime 16v 10va - - Amazon.com AirChord Headset Buddy Line-Level Audio Adapter - Amazon Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Aqara M2 hub launches in the US, Sensibo adds a HomeKit air purifier, and we run through all the home updates and news from WWDC! 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. 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. Links from the show AppleInsider - YouTube Channel HomeKit Gets WAY Better with iOS 15! Here is EVERYTHING New! - YouTube Aqara debuts two new smart home hubs compatible with HomeKit, Zigbee 3.0 Make your air conditioner & heater smart Spatial Audio head tracking on Apple TV automatically resets when you get up from the couch Hands on with all the HomeKit changes in iOS 15 HomeKit enhancements include home keys, SharePlay, and new Matter interoperability standard HomePod mini can be set as default speaker for Apple TV 4K in tvOS 15 Apple bringing Siri to third-party HomeKit accessories for the first time Ecobee SmartThermostat set to become first third-party HomeKit device to support Siri meross Smart Garage Door Opener - Amazon.com Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

HomeRun 2.0 app is now available, Philips Hue app gets a major update, IKEA picture frame with Sonos leaks, possible homeOS coming at WWDC, Amazon Sidewalk, home projects, and Nanoleaf Wood hexagon 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. 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. Links from the show Review: Nanoleaf's New Smart Lights Double As Wood Accents! And Support HomeKit! - YouTube HomeRun | HomeKit Control for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch New job ad suggests Apple launching 'homeOS' [u] Ikea's Symfonisk picture frame speaker to support AirPlay 2 Philips Hue app gets massive overhaul with new features & faster response times What you need to know about Amazon Sidewalk Philips Hue White 4-Pack A19 Bulbs meross Smart Garage Door Opener Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

We review the new Apple TV 4K and redesigned Siri remote, Andrew’s iPad Pro review, Amazon’s Eero 6 routers get HomeKit support, Aqara announces new products in China and Meross is launching a new air purifier. 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. 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. Links from the show HomeRun app Amazon's Eero 6 router lineup gets HomeKit support 2021 12.9-inch iPad Pro review: Pro hardware without Apple's pro software Using the M1 iPad Pro as a Podcast Creation Studio - YouTube 2021 Apple TV 4K Review: Seeking a blockbuster, given a Band-Aid 2021 2nd-Generation Siri Remote Review: The star of the show Apple VP talks Apple TV 4K, commitment to future home audio products How to use HomePod for all TV audio with Apple TV 4K Aqara Event Reveals Forthcoming Smart Products (U) Meross Adding Air Purifier to Smart Home Range Try SwitchBot Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Google Nest is coming to HomeKit through the Matter alliance, Amazon partners with Tile to compete with Apple’s AirTag, Belkin launches their Soundform AirPlay 2 device, we do in-depth on the Apple Music announcements, and Andrew reviews the Deep Sentinel camera. 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. 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. Links from the show Eufy owners privacy breached for an hour, app showed wrong cameras Google Nest will soon be on HomeKit thanks to Matter support Amazon partners with Tile to take on Apple AirTags Belkin Soundform Connect brings AirPlay 2 to any speaker Home app gets HomePod timer controls in iOS 14.7 beta How to listen to Apple Music Lossless Audio and what you need Apple's Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos explained AirPods to gain lossless streaming capabilities via software update, says leaker Apple Music announces Lossless Audio, Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos AirPods Max won't support Apple Music lossless over Lightning, HomePod also left out Fiio Lossless Bluetooth Athom EU No Neutral Switch Deep Sentinel Camera Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

A combined Siri remote and AirTag hack, project CHIP is rebranded to Matter, how to share Home control, and special guest Josh from The HomeKit Life joins us for this episode! 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. Do you host a podcast discussing technology or Apple devices and would like an AppleInsider staffer to appear as a guest? Let us know by sending a message to: [email protected] and we'll be in touch! 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. Links from the show The HomeKit Life - YouTube Channel The HomeKit Life - Twitter A special thanks to the person who combined the Apple TV remote and an AirTag - The Verge Matter launched as a new Apple-backed smart home communications standard Philips Hue will be compatible with new Matter home connectivity standard How to give a guest control of your HomeKit devices Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Our hosts review AirTag and discuss how they compare with other trackers like Tile and Chipolo, Hunter releases new HomeKit-enabled ceiling fans, and we answer listener questions including light switch recommendations. 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. Do you host a podcast discussing technology or Apple devices and would like an AppleInsider staffer to appear as a guest? Let us know by sending a message to: [email protected] and we'll be in touch! 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. Links from the show Aqara M2 Hub Hunter Fan launches new HomeKit-enabled ceiling fan models Hunter Aerodyne Ceiling Fan with LED Light Review: AirTag sets out to do one thing, and does it near perfectly Eve Door & Window Sensor Can You Track Your CAR with AirTag!? - YouTube Lutron Caseta Wireless Dimmer Kit with Smart Bridge Wemo WiFi Smart Dimmer Switch Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Our hosts go through what they ordered in the latest round of Apple pre-orders, Eve Energy with Thread launches, Onvis announces a new HomeKit light strip, and CES returns 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. Do you host a podcast discussing technology or Apple devices and would like an AppleInsider staffer to appear as a guest? Let us know by sending a message to: [email protected] and we'll be in touch! 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. Links from the show This Week in Apple, April 30 - YouTube This Week in Apple, April 23 - YouTube Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube I’m Skipping the 24-inch iMac! - YouTube Eve Energy - Amazon Updated Eve Energy now available with Thread support Onvis Multicolor Smart RGB LED Light Strip CES returning to Las Vegas for 2022 alongside digital platform Wemo Smart Home Stage Controller - Amazon Wemo Smart Home Automation Stage Scene Controller | Belkin Terncy Smart Switches for UK Aqara Devices for UK Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Updated Apple TV 4K brings Wi-Fi 6 and Thread to the device, we discuss the redesigned Siri remote, Wemo stage launches with Thread and NFC, VOCOlinc launches a deadbolt lock and MistFlow Smart Humidifier. 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. Do you host a podcast discussing technology or Apple devices and would like an AppleInsider staffer to appear as a guest? Let us know by sending a message to: [email protected] and we'll be in touch! 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. Smartmi will be offering a promotion of $40 off using the code CLEANAIR40, valid from April 22nd to May 2nd to celebrate their launch. Links from the show iMac, iPad Pro, and AirTag — Everything announced at Apple's "Spring Loaded" event Apple launches new Apple TV 4K with A12 Bionic CPU, redesigned Siri remote New 2nd-gen Siri Remote backward compatible with older Apple TVs, available for $59 Apple's AirTag helps you keep track of your things for $29 each, $99 in a four-pack Apple announces subscription Podcast service [2021 Upgraded] VOCOlinc Apple HomeKit ONLY Keyless Entry Deadbolt Door Lock Netatmo adds HomeKit Secure Video to Smart Outdoor Camera, promises doorbell support soon Apple, Amazon smart home partnership expects devices by end of 2021 Belkin Wemo Stage arrives with HomeKit support, NFC setup, and Thread Smartmi P1 Purifier:Cleaner Freshen Air in 10 Mins MistFlow Smart Humidifier - VH1 (US) Practical HomeKit Blog Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected] Stay on top of all Apple news right from your HomePod. Say, "Hey, Siri, play AppleInsider," and you'll get latest AppleInsider Podcast. Or ask your HomePod mini for "AppleInsider Daily" instead and you'll hear a fast update direct from our news team. And, if you're interested in Apple-centric home automation, say "Hey, Siri, play HomeKit Insider," and you'll be listening to our newest specialized podcast in moments.

Logitech announced that Harmony, its universal remote brand has been discontinued. Roku adds a dedicated Apple TV+ button to some remotes, the Smartmi P1 air purifier launches, we discuss HomeKit buttons and AC window units, 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. Do you host a podcast discussing technology or Apple devices and would like an AppleInsider staffer to appear as a guest? Let us know by sending a message to: [email protected] and we'll be in touch! 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. Links from the show Logitech Harmony universal remotes are being discontinued | TechHive Smart Remote X — Sevenhugs Inc. Apple TV+ button added to Roku remote, plus more support for HomeKit & AirPlay 2 Blogger successfully hacks Jaguar I-Pace electric car into HomeKit Smartmi P1 becomes newest air purifier with HomeKit support ‎HomePaper for HomeKit Satellite Image as Home Wallpaper Meross Light Switch ‎Hue Sentiment for Philips Hue Fibaro Button on Amazon GE Profile AC Unit with HomeKit Haier AC Unit with HomeKit Sensibo AC accessories Lutron Wireless Smart Fan Speed Control Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected] Stay on top of all Apple news right from your HomePod. Say, "Hey, Siri, play AppleInsider," and you'll get latest AppleInsider Podcast. Or ask your HomePod mini for "AppleInsider Daily" instead and you'll hear a fast update direct from our news team. And, if you're interested in Apple-centric home automation, say "Hey, Siri, play HomeKit Insider," and you'll be listening to our newest specialized podcast in moments.

Andrew reviews the Sonos Roam portable speaker with AirPlay 2, ecobee’s indoor HomeKit Secure Video camera is on sale, HomePaper launches to the public, 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. Do you host a podcast discussing technology or Apple devices and would like an AppleInsider staffer to appear as a guest? Let us know by sending a message to: [email protected] and we'll be in touch! 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. Links from the show GrowlerWerks - uKeg Pressurized Growler ecobee SmartCamera sale Deals: ecobee HomeKit camera drops to $80, Apple MagSafe Charger on sale, Babbel lifetime sub $199 HomePaper for HomeKit Review: Sonos Roam brings the Sonos magic to even more places JBL Xtreme 2 | Portable Bluetooth Speaker Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

New product announcements from Leviton, SwitchBot and VOCOlinc, software updates for Aqara and Eve devices, HomePaper app beta, we discuss managing multiple homes 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. Do you host a podcast discussing technology or Apple devices and would like an AppleInsider staffer to appear as a guest? Let us know by sending a message to: [email protected] and we'll be in touch! 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. SwitchBot Giveaway! Tweet the text below from March 29, 2021 through April 7, 2021 to be entered to win! Three HomeKit Insider listeners will win everything below AND the 2 new SwitchBot products announced on April 4. 1 $50 Amazon Gift Card 2 SwitchBot Curtains 1 SwitchBot Hub Mini 1 SwitchBot Remote 2 SwitchBot Bot 2 SwitchBot New Products Click here to compose the tweet automatically or copy/paste the text below to be entered to win! Tweet this and follow @SwitchBot @Andrew_OSU and @stephenrobles to be entered to win the $500 value SwitchBot Easter giveaway including 2 new products! Visit the SwitchBot store at: https://www.switch-bot.com?sca_ref=485321.JaWc5EStP4 Links from the show Leviton announces second-gen Decora hubless HomeKit switches and plugs Lutron Caseta Outdoor Smart Plug Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation Wireless Speaker Naim launches Wood Edition of premium Mu-so 2 smart speaker Aqara issues firmware update to bring Adaptive Lighting to its smart bulb Eve releases firmware update to enable Thread support on Eve Aqua Smart HomeKit Indoor Camera VOCOlinc VC1 Join the HomePaper for HomeKit beta Aaron Pearce Website Smart Home Need Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Apple may be developing a HomePod device with a screen, Andrew reviews the Eve Weather and Netatmo Weather Station, we have an awesome SwitchBot giveaway, 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. Do you host a podcast discussing technology or Apple devices and would like an AppleInsider staffer to appear as a guest? Let us know by sending a message to: [email protected] and we'll be in touch! 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. SwitchBot Giveaway! Tweet the text below from March 29, 2021 through April 7, 2021 to be entered to win! Three HomeKit Insider listeners will win everything below AND the 2 new SwitchBot products announced on April 4. 1 $50 Amazon Gift Card 2 SwitchBot Curtains 1 SwitchBot Hub Mini 1 SwitchBot Remote 2 SwitchBot Bot 2 SwitchBot New Products Click here to compose the tweet automatically or copy/paste the text below to be entered to win! Tweet this and follow @SwitchBot @Andrew_OSU and @stephenrobles to be entered to win the $500 value SwitchBot Easter giveaway including 2 new products! Visit the SwitchBot store at: https://www.switch-bot.com?sca_ref=485321.JaWc5EStP4 Links from the show Visit the SwitchBot store uKeg - Amazon Hue Sentiment for Philips Hue Apple HomeHub - What an iPad and HomePod fusion should deliver Review: Eve Weather is a worthy HomeKit weather station that's as powerful as you make it Eve Weather - Amazon Netatmo Weather Station - Amazon Outlet Wall Mount Holder for Homepod Mini - Amazon EXIMUS Fixed Height Speaker Floor Stand for Apple HomePod - Amazon Alexa Homebridge Plugin Meross Garage Opener myQ | Smart Home & Smart Garage Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Nanoleaf Co-Founder and CEO Gimmy Chu joins us on HomeKit Insider to discuss their essentials line, Thread integration, working with Apple on their launch, 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. 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. Links from the show Apple Researching Modular Light Switches Apple Discontinues HomePod Nanoleaf Website Nanoleaf Kickstarter Nanoleaf Remote Nanoleaf Shapes Nanoleaf Light Panels Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

We discuss Nanoleaf bulbs and announce that next week their CEO will join us on the podcast! Sonos Roam officially launches, Abode releases an inexpensive outdoor camera, Andrew discusses his experience producing video on the M1 MacBook Air and we answer a ton of 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. 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. Links from the show Nanoleaf Essentials A19 Bulb Sonos Roam made official with auto tuning, audio handoff, and more Abode announces low-cost smart home camera, compatible with Iota Will an M1 MacBook Air fill the gap when a Mac Pro breaks? Review: Logitech's Circle View is the best HomeKit video doorbell money can buy Wemo Smart Light Switch: 3-Way Light Compatible | Belkin MEROSS PRODUCT Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Elgato releases a new light strip, Arlo launches a new indoor camera, new HomeKit apps for iOS and Mac, and Eve Brand manager Tim Böth join us again for the launch of Eve Weather. 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. 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. Sponsored by: Jamf: Unlock the power of Apple and Jamf today with a free 14-day trial. To get started, go to: jamf.it/appleinsider to learn more. Links from the show Light Strip | elgato.com ‎Soro - For Sonos Arlo Essential Indoor camera now available to order Lifx’s bacteria-killing smart bulb works, but here’s the small print ‎myHome - Home Automation ‎Controller for HomeKit Nanoleaf Essentials A19 Bulb Eve Energy weather made official, new Eve Energy comes to US, Eve Aqua gets Thread support Eve Weather | evehome.com Eve Flare | evehome.com HomeKit Over Thread With HomePod mini and Eve | evehome.com Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Lots of HomeKit news this week, Andrew finished his pantry project and adds solar panels to Arlo cameras, Stephen connects his Roomba to HomeKit via Homebridge, and we answer lots of 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. 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. Links from the show Sensibo Air now supports Apple HomeKit, Siri voice commands Belkin set to release WeMo HomeKit Stage Controller Belkin plans AirPlay 2-enabled audio adapter Eve collaborates with Coulisse for new Thread-enabled HomeKit blinds Motor range with Apple HomeKit technology for interior window coverings ‎Follow the Sun for HomeKit Andrew’s Pantry Tweet Thread Get Roomba BLID & PW the easy way (using Windows) Onelink Smoke Detector and Carbon Monoxide Detector | Battery Powered Alexa Enabled Smoke Detector and Carbon Monoxide Detector HomeKit Support Page Rollease Acmeda Arlo Solar Panel Measurements - Tweet AirChord App Headset Buddy Line-Level Audio Adapter for iPhone Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

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. 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. Links from the show Exclusive: Eve Systems Tim Both talks Thread on HomeKit Insider HomeKit Over Thread With HomePod mini and Eve | evehome.com Homebridge Hunter Douglas | Custom Window Blinds, Shades, Drapes, Shutters Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Eve’s Brand Manager Tim Böth joins us this week to discuss the intricacies of thread and how Eve plans to support this new technology going forward. We also answer listener questions and get an update on Andrew’s pantry light strip project. 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. 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. Links from the show Andrew’s Pantry Twitter Thread Eve Blog | evehome.com Eve Website HomeKit over Thread Why Thread is a game-changer for Apple's HomeKit Aqara's dimmer switch, Thread's importance to HomeKit, and more on HomeKit Insider Morning Routine Shortcut Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

iOS 14.5 Beta brings mask unlock to iPhone and new functionality in the Home app. Abode and Home+ makes significant updates to their apps, Andrew gives us an update on his light strip pantry project, we discuss HomeKit parental controls 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. 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. Links from the show Everything new in iOS 14.5: Mask unlock, ATT, new controller support, more How to unlock your iPhone while wearing a mask Nanoleaf Beta Program Abode iOS App Home+ 5 App Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

We dive into motion sensor brands and automations, highlight HomeKit buttons, advise on HomeKit ceiling fans, 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. 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. Links from the show Eve FCC Filings Linq Band for Apple Watch Eve Motion Philips Hue Indoor Motion Fibaro Motion Sensor FIBARO The Button Eve Button - Apple HomeKit Flic 2 | The Smart Button for Lights Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

We run down all the options for triggering and setting up Home automations in the iOS Shortcuts app, Andrew has a new project, we highlight the WristControl app, custom Home app wallpapers, 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. 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. Links from the show All of the new HomeKit gear at CES 2021 Andrew’s CES Tweet Thread ‎WristControl app for HomeKit Colorful custom Homekit wallpapers - images and PSD template included - Reddit More custom Home wallpapers - Reddit Part 2: More Rooms! Colorful custom HomeKit wallpapers - Reddit Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

We cover many of the new HomeKit devices from CES 2021, Arlo adds HomeKit video to its doorbell, we give an introduction to Sense 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. 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. Links from the show Pioneer introduces new modular in-dash receiver with wireless Apple Carplay Philips adds new lights and switches to Hue lineup VOCOlinc Cool Mist HomeKit humidifier launches in the US JBL introduces new sound bar, retro amplifier with AirPlay 2 Sony announces new Bravia TV line with AirPlay and HomeKit support Denon Home Sound Bar 550 has Dolby Atmos and AirPlay 2 support Arlo wired video doorbell now supports Apple HomeKit All the changes in iOS 14.4 beta 2 Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

We preview some of the devices launching this year at CES, go in-depth with HomePod grouping and Shortcuts 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. 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. Links from the show Lutron Caseta Outdoor Smart Plug Ecobee Camera drops in price Belkin Wi-Fi Wemo Smart Plug Linksys new Wi-Fi 6e routers Belkin CES news Netgear routers TP-Link Wi-Fi 6e routers Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Eve adds Thread network feature to its app, HomePod mini now works with 18W adapters, HomeRun watch complications, Shortcuts and HomePod tips 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. 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. Links from the show HomeKit Over Thread With HomePod mini and Eve | evehome.com HomePod mini works with 18W power supplies after 14.3 software update HomeRun for HomeKit HomeKit Insider: Level Lock Review and HomeRun app AnyList - The best way to create and share a grocery shopping list. Level Bolt | The Invisible Smart Lock Wood Headphone Stand - Grovemade Wood MagSafe Stand - Grovemade Home+ 4 app Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Leaked products from Hue, Netatmo Doorbell launches in the US, we answers a listener question and our hosts list their top HomeKit picks from 2020! 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. 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. Links from the show Netatmo announces U.S. availability of HomeKit video doorbell Netatmo Doorbell Eve to Add Thread Support Harmony Bridge by Guy Brooker Harmony Bridge in the Mac App Store Review: Level Lock is the invisible smart home lock Lutron Caseta Smart Start Kit Eve Light Switch Logitech Circle View Level Lock Website Brilliant Smart Home Control August Wi-Fi Smart Lock Eve Indoor Camera Aqara Camera Hub G2H with HomeKit Secure Video arrives in US Hue Lightstrip Pixelated TV 55" N Aqara HomeKit Security Video Indoor Camera G2H Home Run App for iOS Nanoleaf Spending time with HomePod mini and why we're already hooked Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

iOS 14.4 beta brings U1 features to HomePod mini, Eve releases their app for macOS, Andrew reviews the Logitech Circle View Doorbell camera 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. 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. Links from the show Testing the new HomePod mini music Handoff feature in iOS 14.4 Eve brings its HomeKit app to the Mac in latest update ‎Eve for HomeKit Logitech releases HomeKit Secure Video-enabled smart doorbell Eve Door and Window Sensor VOCOlinc Door Window Contact Sensor Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Logitech released its first HomeKit Secure Video doorbell, the Circle View and we have a special interview with Molekule Co-Founder and CEO, Jaya Rao. We discuss the negative review from The Wirecutter given at their launch, and what sets Molekule apart form other air purifiers. 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. 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. Links from the show AppleInsider 2020 HomeKit Holiday Gift Guide Air Purification, Reinvented by Molekule Molekule Air Mini+ on Amazon Logitech releases HomeKit Secure Video-enabled smart doorbell Logitech Circle View Wired Doorbell | Apple Store Pronouncing Meross Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Lots of HomeKit news and new products, WeMo outdoor plug, Scenecuts for Mac, turntable and AirPlay update, and our 2020 Holiday gift guide! 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. HomeKit Gift Guide Lutron Caseta Smart Start Kit Eve Light Switch Logitech Circle View ecobee3 lite Smart Thermostat Level Touch, The Smallest, Most Capable Smart Lock Sonos Move - Battery-Powered Smart Speaker Molekule Air Mini+ Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera iota All-in-One Home Security ecobee SmartCamera Nanoleaf Links from the show ‎HomePass for HomeKit Ecobee adds HomeKit Secure Video EUFY Security 2K Indoor Pan & Tilt Pet Camera Flic LR Hub Adds HomeKit Identify your Eve accessory Review: Apple's HomePod mini is the speaker for the rest of us How to set up HomeKit security camera activity zones in macOS Big Sur MEROSS Light Switch Meross Adds HomeKit to Dimmer Switches and Filament Bulb ‎Scenecuts for Mac Scenecuts in action Wemo WiFi Smart Outdoor Plug WeMo WiFi Smart Outdoor Plug - Amazon AirChord App Headset Buddy Line-Level Audio Adapter for iPhone 2020 Apple Holiday Gift Guide Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Our HomePod minis are in hand and we review everything, from setup and sound quality, to the U1 chip and HomeKit features. We discuss the Yale cabinet lock, IntelliDash+ brings CarPlay without installation, and we have a SwitchBot giveaway! 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. SwitchBot Giveaway Tap here to tweet and be entered to win our SwitchBot giveaway! Or copy and paste this in a tweet by November 30: Check out #HomeKitInsider for the best news and tips for your smart home with @Andrew_OSU and @stephenrobles by @appleinsider. Tweet this and enter to win our SwitchBot giveaway! Subscribe at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homekit-insider/id1515834398 SwitchBot Promo Codes Coupon Code 1: APPLEINSIDER15OFF 15% Off All Products Valid from 00:00 EST, Friday, Nov 27 to 23:59 EST, Monday, Nov 30, 2020 Shop here Coupon Code 2: APPLEINSIDER10 10 USD Off All Products Valid from 00:00 EST, Sunday, Nov 22 to 23:59 EST, Thursday, Dec 31, 2020 Shop here Links from the show Spending time with HomePod mini and why we're already hooked Top Features of HomePod mini! - YouTube HomePod mini power cable is not removable, teardown reveals Yale HomeKit Smart Delivery Box and Smart Cabinet Lock now available to order The Driver's Smartphone To Large Screen Display - Hammacher Schlemmer SwitchBot Curtain Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Tons of HomeKit news this week with product releases from QingPing, Aqara, and Level Lock. Thread comes to Eve and Nanoleaf products, Andrew reviews the new Nanoleaf Essentials line, 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. Links from the show QingPing Release HomeKit Compatible Air Quality Monitor New Aqara TVOC Monitor and Aqara High Precision Motion Sensor Released in China Level, Omnia partner on new line of 'invisible' HomeKit door lock hardware Robin Proline - The FIRST HomeKit Secure Video Doorbell - YouTube Philips Hue brings HomeKit adaptive lighting via update Select Roku devices and TVs now support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit Eve starts bringing Thread support to existing products Nanoleaf launches Apple-exclusive Essentials smart lights with HomeKit & Thread Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

This week saw Aqara release a new rotary dimmer switch and Stephen picked up the Meross power strip to test. Andrew spends some time explaining how HomeKit Adaptive Lighting works using the Eve Light Strip which automatically adjusts the color temperature throughout the day. We also touch on a half-dozen listening questions including a great idea from Neil there he was used a contact sensor to get notified when his mail arrives. Most of the episode was spent discussing Thread and why this connectivity standard is poised to be so important for HomeKit accessories as well as the smart home as a whole. 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. Aqara Promo through November 14th Use the promo code AQARAFAI for a discount on Aqara products through November 14th! Links from the show Aqara Reveal Smart Rotary Dimmer Switch How to use HomeKit Adaptive Lighting that adjust your lights throughout the day Eve Systems light strip is the first to support HomeKit Adaptive Lighting Learn more about Thread IPORT - Surface Mount - Bezel | IPORT Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Linksys released a more affordable Wi-Fi 6 router, Eve brings adaptive lighting to its light strip, a Homebridge update includes more Vivint security devices, 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 Linksys debuts more affordable Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 mesh router Eve Systems light strip is the first to support HomeKit Adaptive Lighting Homebridge Logitech Harmony Companion All in One Remote Control ‎Harmony Bridge app for Mac Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Molekule updates its Air Mini+ to include HomeKit, Brilliant smart panels are now available on Amazon, Abode launches a new outdoor camera, we follow up on using Switchbot with Homebridge, 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 HomeKit Video Doorbell From Wacaio? Molekule's Air Mini+ gets HomeKit support, now available through Apple Store Molekule Air Mini+ Brilliant Smart Home Control Abode Outdoor Smart Camera available to order, HomeKit coming soon How to setup and use Intercom on iPhone, Apple Watch, and HomePod HandBrake: Open Source Video Transcoder Download VLC Media Player ‎iFlicks 2 ‎iFlicks 3 Setapp | The best apps for Mac in one suite Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

Our hosts go through some of the announcements from Apple’s iPhone event, including MagSafe and what they pre-ordered. Then go in-depth on the HomePod mini, the new Intercom feature, Nanoleaf announcements 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. Aqara G2H Cam Promo Use our promo code: 25AQAG2HAIN for a 25% discount on an Aqara G2H camera purchase. Promo code is valid from October 19 - 23. Click here to buy on Amazon. Links from the show AppleInsider answers all your HomePod mini questions How to setup and use Intercom on iPhone, Apple Watch, and HomePod You can't stereo pair HomePod with HomePod mini, but home theater support coming soon Aqara Camera Hub G2H with HomeKit Secure Video arrives in US Aqara HomeKit Security Video Indoor Camera G2H Nanoleaf Nanoleaf launches HomeKit Shapes Triangles and Mini Triangles smart lights Nanoleaf Live 2020 - YouTube Abode Home Security - #1 DIY Home Security Aqara Hub - Zigbee Smart Home Hub Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]