HomeKit Insider

This week on HomeKit Insider, your host highlights some new smart home releases, tests out the Twelve South Butterfly MagSafe charger, and talks about getting ready for spring and gardening season.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 showSegway Navimow i SeriesBelkin Qi2 3-in-1 chargerApple Home Secure Routers editorialTP-Link cameras reviewNew smart home security certification Twelve South ButterflySubscribe 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

25 Mars 202422min

This week on HomeKit Insider, Chris LaPré joins from the Connectivity Standards Alliance to talk about the future of Matter and 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:Fast-Growing-Trees.com: Use code HOMEKIT at checkout for an additional 15 percent off at https://www.fast-growing-trees.com/Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showGovee Neon Rope Light 2Sonos 8" In-ceiling speakersDyson 360 Vis NavCSA websiteSubscribe 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

18 Mars 202446min

This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talk through Ikea's Dirigera hub update with Matter, Switchbot's new smart lock, and go hands-on with the new Mila air purifier. 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:Nom Nom: Go Right Now for 50% off your no-risk two week trial at TryNom.com/HOMEKITShopify: 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 showVision Pro one-month video reviewVision Pro one-month text reviewSign up to learn more and get $100 off Samsung's 2024 TVsiOS 17.4 new featuresFreepower in-counter chargingIndie App SaleSwitchBot Lock ProMila air purifierSubscribe 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

11 Mars 202446min

This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talk about Aqara's two new products, another security issue in the smart home space, Eve's latest product, LIFX's return, and how AI could power the smart home of the future. 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:Factor: Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and save 50% off your first box with promo code homekit50 when you visit: factormeals.com/homekit50 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 showDoorbell security incident  Aqara 200Aqara T1MEve outdoor outletLIFXSubscribe 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

4 Mars 202436min

This week on HomeKit Insider, Jennifer Pattison Tuohy from The Verge stops by to talk all things smart home. We start off the week's news before getting into two hands on. First with the new Amazon Echo Hub that acts as a full smart home display. Then we check out Belkin's new Auto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit.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.com: Use code HOMEKIT at checkout for an additional 15 percent off at https://www.fast-growing-trees.com/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 showHomeBatteries appHomeUI appWyze data breachQuest 3 as an AirPlay receiverAmazon Echo HubBelkin Auto-Tracking Stand Pro video review Belkin Auto-Tracking Stand ProJennifer Tuohy on TwitterJennifer Tuohy on The VergeSubscribe 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

26 Feb 20241h 1min

This week on HomeKit Insider we once again dive into the world of smart home displays with the latest rumors that may point to an earlier launch. We also talk about a new Find My-enabled tracker, LG's hotel TV plans, and go hands on with the Journey Loc8 MagSafe wallet and passport holder.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/homekitExpressVPN: Get an extra 3 months on your subscription by visiting ExpressVPN.com/hkiHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showSmart home display rumorsLG hotel TV plansHolomarq trackersJourney Loc8 walletSubscribe 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

19 Feb 202456min

On this episode of HomeKit Insider, we talk about the now-shipping Eve Energy, a new Apple Home app for Vision Pro, and answer a listener's question about smart blinds. Finally, we go hands-on with the smart Moen MotionSense faucet.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:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showEve EnergyMaisomage for Vision ProVision Pro vs Quest 3 comparison videoSwitchBot blindsMoen MotionSense faucetSubscribe 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

12 Feb 202441min

This week, your hosts go over the latest rumors on homeOS that was -- again -- leaked in Apple's code. We also discuss Level getting its Matter certification, Amazon bailing on Roomba, the new SwitchBot Hub Mini, and much 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:Factor: Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and save 50% off your first box with promo code homekit50when you visit: factormeals.com/homekit50 HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showAmazon bails on Roomba buyoutLevel Lock Matter certificationhomeOS leaked in iOS 17.4SwitchBot Hub MiniHomeKit routersWallflower 2 announcementWallflower on the App StoreSubscribe 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

5 Feb 202447min