New Aqara Devices, iOS 16.4 Home Features, Z-Wave Hubs for HomeKit

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: andrew@appleinsider.com

23 Nov 202041min

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: andrew@appleinsider.com

16 Nov 202038min

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: andrew@appleinsider.com

9 Nov 202036min

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: andrew@appleinsider.com

2 Nov 202031min

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: andrew@appleinsider.com

26 Okt 202035min

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: andrew@appleinsider.com

19 Okt 202036min

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

12 Okt 202038min

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

5 Okt 202041min