Logitech Kills Harmony Remotes, Smartmi P1 Air Purifier, and HomeKit AC Units

We kick off the show review Apple's "Peek Performance" event, including Mac Studio vs. Mac Pro, Level Lock releases a number keypad, ecobee SmartCamera has some impressive features, and we review the Find My enabled Chipolo Card Spot. 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 Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. Links from the show HomePod mini is now available in Belgium, Netherlands, Switzerland Linestand Linedock Level Bolt Smart Lock - Amazon Level Keypad now available to order, compatible with HomeKit-enabled Level locks Level Lock Smart Lock - Touch Edition - Amazon ecobee SmartCamera – Indoor WiFi Security Camera Arlo Chime 2 - Amazon Chipolo CARD Spot 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

14 Mar 202251min

Lutron refreshed their Serena Smart Shade line, Sonos releases a cheaper version of their Roam portable speaker, Aqara updated the G2H camera with additional features, and we highlight our non-HomeKit smart home devices. 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: Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more. HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. Links from the show Lutron's HomeKit-equipped Serena Smart Shades updated to block more light Lidl Release HomeKit Compatible Zigbee Hub New Multicolour lighting from Moonside Sonos unveils cheaper Roam SL speaker without a microphone Move: The Best-Sounding Bluetooth Speaker in the World | Sonos Aqara Camera Hub G2H Pro Eve Flare iRobot® Roomba i3 Fluval Aquasky 2.0 LED Aquarium Lighting Dyson Pure Cool Air Purifier Samsung 27.7 cu.ft. Stainless French Door Smart Refrigerator Roborock S6 Pure Robot Vacuum and Mop Petcube Bites 2 Lite Interactive WiFi Pet Monitoring Chicken Guard Door Casper Sleep Glow Night Light, Two Pack Traeger Grills Pro Series 780 Breville CS10001 Joule Sous Vide MEATER Plus | Smart Meat Thermometer 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

7 Mar 202248min

New thread devices launched, including the Eve Water Guard and Wemo smart plug, Aqara launches an updated motion sensor, we roundup all the available HomeKit thread devices, and highlight lesser known brands. 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 Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. Links from the show Eve Water Guard updated with support for Thread Eve Flare - Amazon Aqara P1 Motion Sensor Launches in China All the HomeKit devices that support Thread Wemo Smart Switch with Thread RadioRA 3, Lutron Switches UniFi® Design Center Twinkly Smart Gardens FIBARO | Home Automation - Home Intelligence - Smart Home Smart Kitchen Faucets — Kohler Somfy | Smart Home Systems Smart Home | Power & Charging Laser Egg Air Quality Monitors WACIAO Smart Shower | MOEN Arlo Ultra 2 Spotlight Camera eufy Security Camera 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

28 Feb 202238min

Meross announces a new HomeKit smoke alarm, Hive launches new smart thermostat mini, our hosts share their smart home origin stories, 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. Sponsored by: Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more. HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. Links from the show Meross smart smoke alarm that works with HomeKit Netatmo Offering Video Doorbell Power Adaptor Hive launch new smart thermostat mini Hive Smart Indoor Camera How Did You Get Started in HomeKit? - Andrew's Tweet Monoprice Rough-in Bracket for 6.5in Round Speaker Polk Audio 6.5" 2-Way In-Ceiling Speaker - Best Buy Pushcut - Triggers, notifications & widgets that kick off your automation Ecobee Switch+ Smart Light Switch - Amazon Brilliant: Smart Home Automation Philips Hue White and Color A21 High Lumen Smart Bulb LIFX Color A19 E26 1-Pack Roomie Remote 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

21 Feb 202254min

Jonathan Hui, Principal Software Engineer at Google and VP of Technology at Thread Group joins us to discuss the history of Thread, unique projects utilizing the smart home technology, and what the future holds with Matter and Thread standards. 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 Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. Links from the show ‎Home Widget app for HomeKit LG Introduces mobile Touchscreen with HomeKit, Airplay 2 Compatibility Jonathan Hui on Twitter Thread Case Studies OpenThread Website 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

14 Feb 202241min

Smart home reporter for The Verge, Jennifer Tuohy join us this week to discuss all things Matter, HomeKit door locks, GE Cync, robot vacuums, 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. Sponsored by: Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more. HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. Links from the show Follow Jennifer on Twitter Jennifer Pattison Tuohy - The Verge Matter is coming to save the smart home First Full Video of Aqara Presence Sensor FP1 Emerges Yale Commits to New Connectivity Standard, Matter Level Bolt - The Invisible Smart Lock Wemo Stage Scene Controller with Thread Roborock Robot Vacuum Cleaner and Mop 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

7 Feb 20221h 4min

Nanoleaf partnered with Hafa to create a smart mirror with HomeKit and thread, Philips Hue launches new outdoor lights, we review Belkin's new MagSafe charging puck, and discuss new home construction networking and home theater speakers. 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 Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. Links from the show All the Apple Home Key compatible locks Nanoleaf Partners With Hafa For HomeKit ‘Smart Mirror’ with Thread? Philips Hue gains trio of HomeKit-compatible outdoor wall lights Monoprice Alpha In-Ceiling Speakers - Monoprice Aruba Instant On - Small-Business wired and wireless Networks 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad with MagSafe | Belkin Wemo Stage Scene Controller - Amazon Belkin now has its own official MagSafe charging puck, for $20 more than Apple's Ubiquiti Access Point WiFi 6 AT&T is rolling out multi-gig fiber internet to more than 70 cities | Engadget 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

31 Jan 202245min

Aqara announces a new curtain motor, we highlight new MagSafe accessories from Belkin and Mophie, Stephen plans his new home network and home theater setup, Andrew reviews the Wemo stage controller, and we answer listener questions. Sponsored by: Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn 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. HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. Links from the show Wemo Smart Video Doorbell Review: Designed for Apple Users -- Only Apple Users! - YouTube Aqara Curtain Motor and Motion Sensor Revealed Belkin now has its own official MagSafe charging puck, for $20 more than Apple's Anker 623 Magnetic Wireless Charger (MagGo) Mophie releases MagSafe travel multi-charger through Apple Store 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad with MagSafe | Belkin Access Point WiFi 6 Lite Verizon 5G Home Internet | Verizon Eero could be close to launching a Wi-Fi 6E mesh networking system Wemo Stage Scene Controller with Thread iSmartgate smart wireless sensor kit for garage doors. 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

24 Jan 202250min