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HomeKit Insider

Learn about the latest HomeKit devices, news, reviews, and more on HomeKit Insider. Our hosts Andrew O'Hara and Stephen Robles discuss how-to's, automations, integrating Siri Shortcuts, and review their recent HomeKit projects.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    iOS 18.2 Released, New Aqara Gear Leaks, & Apple Readies Custom Chips for Smart Home Devices

    This week on a special episode of HomeKit Insider, Wes Hilliard joins to talk in-depth on the latest Apple rumors, including the company's in-house development of custom wireless chips to use for smart home devices. We also talk about several Aqara leaks ahead of CES. 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 hereHomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the show Apple's chip developmentHomePod rumors with a displayFlic Duo announcement sign upTapo P210M Smart Outlet with MatterCyberModStudio Aqara leaksThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

    48 min

  2. DEC 9

    Apple Smart Display Delayed, Level Bolt Update, & CES 2025 Preview

    This week on a special episode of HomeKit Insider, Dan Turk from Max Borges joins to talk about the news for the week including the delay of Apple's upcoming smart display, Level's update to the Bolt lock, and more news for the week. We also get into a preview for CES 2025. 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: Save on your subscription by visiting expresVPN.com/hkiHomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the show Apple Smart Display DelayedLevel Bolt Matter updateSmartRent Alloy DeadboltBear With UsMy Dad Does PRThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

    1h 2m

  3. DEC 2

    Must-Have HomeKit App Gets Updated, More Matter Devices Launch, & My Go-To Travel Charger

    On this holiday-week episode of HomeKit Insider, your host goes through a surprising amount of news for the week, including multiple new Matter products and two leaked products yet to be announced. We also go through a new home project for the holidays and test out the Nimble portable 3-in-1 charger. 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: Head to FactorMeals.com/50homekit and use code 50homekit to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping!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 HomePass 2Matter presence sensorGovee light roundupSwitchBot Matter relayNimble portable chargerApple Watch health featuresThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

    37 min

  4. NOV 25

    CSA President & CEO Tobin Richardson Joins for Matter Discussion After 1.4 Launch

    This week on a special episode of HomeKit Insider, the President & CEO of the Connectivity Standards Alliance, Tobin Richardson, joins to walk through the news for the week before getting into a deep discussion on the current state of Matter. the new 1.4 release, and where the future is headed. 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 Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the show Apple's Matter 1.3 certificationApple investigates a new TV setNew Airtag 2 coming in 2025Amazon launches new Echo Show 15 & 21Kwikset Halo SelectCSA websiteThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

    56 min

  5. NOV 18

    Apple Readies Security Camera & Smart Display for 2025

    This week on HomeKit Insider, we break down the latest rumors on Apple's smart home plans including a new info on its smart home control panel and an ultra-secure smart home camera. Plus, the latest in smart home news from Nuki, Level, Aqara, and 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: Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the show Queue - Simple PodcastsNuki smart lock ultraApple developing security cameraApple's smart display controllerThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

    52 min

  6. NOV 11

    Matter 1.4 Announced with New Devices, Multi-Ecosystem Improvements, & More!

    This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talk about the launch of Matter 1.4 which includes a ton of new accessory types, a massive improvement for multi-ecosystem homes, & 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 hereHomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the show Screen Canvas for Apple TVVision Pro ultra-wide display for MacFind Matter-certified devicesMatter 1.4 releasedThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

    22 min

  7. NOV 4

    tvOS 18.1 Gets New Watch List, Apple's Secret Thread Radios, & More New Smart Home Devices Launch

    This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talk about Apple's secret Thread radios that are once more showing up in new products, tvOS 18 adds a new Watch List, and more smart home devices launch. 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 hereHomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the show LifX Permanent Outdoor LightsCozyHome Air VentRise Garden 3Tapo IR RepeaterSwitchBot S10Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

    28 min

  8. OCT 28

    Kwikset Halo Select, iPhone StandBy Dock, Eero Outdoor Wi-Fi, & Govee Matter Ice Maker

    This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talk about the new Kwikset Halo Select with Matter over Thread, Eero's new outdoor Wi-Fi 7 mesh router, a viral iPhone StandBy dock, and then go hands-on with the Govee Matter ice maker. 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 Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the show Kwikset Halo SelectEcobee + Yale & AugustPreorder the iPhone StandBy dockiPhone StandBy dock announcedJura clip for AirPodsController for HomeKitEero Wi-Fi 7 Outdoor RouterGovee Smart Ice MakerThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

    46 min
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Learn about the latest HomeKit devices, news, reviews, and more on HomeKit Insider. Our hosts Andrew O'Hara and Stephen Robles discuss how-to's, automations, integrating Siri Shortcuts, and review their recent HomeKit projects.

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  • Channel
    AppleInsider
  • Creator
    AppleInsider
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    236
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2022 AppleInsider
  • Show Website
    HomeKit Insider
  • Provider
    Quiller Media Inc. d.b.a AppleInsider

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