HomeKit Insider

After some follow up with Aqara light switches, Logitech Circle View tips, and a look at the HomePass app, our hosts discuss a hands-on with new iOS 14 and HomeKit Secure Video features. Listener questions include the iDevices brand and the best options for HomeKit compatible security systems. Stay tuned to the end of the episode because we’re giving away an Eve HomeKit Secure Video camera! Find the instructions below. 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. Sponsored by Eve Smart Home Tap here to tweet and be entered to win an Eve Cam! Winner must be a resident of the United States. Winner will be chosen prior to the 7/6/20 episode of HomeKit Insider. Links from the Show: Every new HomeKit feature in iOS 14, tvOS 14, and macOS Big Sur Aqara Smart Wall Switch (No Neutral, Single Rocker) Logitech Circle View Camera LIFX + 1100-Lumen Smart LED Bulb LIFX + A19 Wi-Fi Smart Bulb ‎HomePass for HomeKit ‎HomeCam for HomeKit iDevices Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat Aqara Hub and Alarm System Abode Alarm System Abode Monitoring Plans Eufy Security System AppleInsider Videos on YouTube Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

29 Kesä 202030min

Vocolinc has new contact sensors available, eero HomeKit-enabled routers now available in Apple Stores, the Eve Cam is back in stock, and a new smart light strip from LifeSmart is now on Amazon! We answer listener questions including motion-enabled closet lights and the brightest options for smart bulbs, and then we dive into the excited announcements from the 2020 WWDC Keynote! 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. Sponsored by: Eve Smart Home - Buy the new HomeKit Secure Video-enabled Eve Cam, along with many other HomeKit products like motion sensors, smart plugs, light switches, and more. Links from the Show: VOCOlinc Contact Sensor eero Pro Mesh WiFi Router eero mesh WiFi system Eve Cam LifeSmart Cololight LED Strip Lights Philips Hue 1600lm A21 Bulb Eve Smart Wireless Motion Sensor Eve Light Switch HomeKit cameras to get smart face recognition, Apple TV integration Apple debuts tvOS 14 with HomeKit Video picture-in-picture, better multi-user support Eve app for HomeKit updated with major improvements and quick actions Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.comSponsored By:Eve: Buy the new HomeKit Secure Video-enabled Eve Cam, along with many other HomeKit products like motion sensors, smart plugs, light switches, and more.

24 Kesä 202038min

We learn how to pronounce Aqara, review the Lutron Aurora, Home+ 4 app, and compare the Philips Hue ecosystem to IKEA’s Trådfri smart lights. Note: The next episode of HomeKit Insider will be on June 24th instead of June 22nd. Apple's developer conference is on June 22nd, hopefully with HomeKit surprises in store. We will be back on the 24th to talk about Apple's announcement and how HomeKit will be changing! Catch you then! 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. Links from the Show Aqara Water Leak Sensor How to Pronounce “Aqara” Sonos S2 App Eve Cam Lutron Aurora ‎Home+ 4 App Trådfri Gateway - IKEA IKEA Trådfri Led Bulb, Chandelier Review: Hue HDMI Sync box & Play light bar

15 Kesä 202045min

Eve Cam is out for preorder, Eufy delays their HomeKit camera, 1Home integrates the legacy KNX home accessories, Stephen reviews his first experience with Phillips Hue, and we have listener questions about Arlo HomeKit integration. This episode is sponsored by VOCOlinc. VOCOlinc has an ever-growing lineup of HomeKit accesories focusing on wellbeing, security, lighting, plugs, and convenience all at an affordable price. Find all of its gear, including the upcoming PureFlow air purifier and VS1 contact sensor on Amazon. 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 Eve Cam HomeKit Secure Video camera up for preorder, ships June 23 Eufy delays HomeKit update to implement HomeKit Secure Video 1Home: Upgrade Your KNX Home Philips Hue 2-Pack Premium Smart Light Starter Kit Philips Hue White Ambiance Decorative Candle Dimmable LED Lurton Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer Arlo adds HomeKit support

8 Kesä 202031min

Join us for the latest HomeKit news and latest releases, Stephen describes his recent project of connecting a Logitech Harmony Hub to HomeKit, and Andrew compares the new Level Lock to August. 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. Links from the Show Philips Hue HDMI Sync Box Philips Hue Smart Candelabra Bulbs Vocolinc Air Purifier Harmony Bridge by Guy Brooker Harmony Bridge in the Mac App Store Review: Level Lock is the invisible smart home lock Level Lock Website August Wi-Fi Smart Lock Home Run App for iOS

1 Kesä 202035min

Welcome to a new show from AppleInsider: HomeKit Insider! Tune in every week for the latest HomeKit products, reviews, tips and tutorials, and hear about our latest HomeKit projects. This week we review the Brilliant smart home panel, Logitech View HomeKit camera, and hear about Stephen's experience with Aqara light switches. 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. Links from the Show Review: Logitech's Circle View is the HomeKit camera we needed Circle View from Logitech Aqara Light Switch Review: Brilliant home automation system with HomeKit Brilliant Home Control (1-switch control)

28 Touko 202039min