This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the new Satechi Qi2 2-in-1 folding travel stand, walk through some new smart home devices, update you on the news for the week, and get deep on Matter 1.2 spec with the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: sho...
May 06, 2024•31 min•Ep. 204
This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the Moss Air humidifier and purifier, look at a pair of new Matter devices, talk through a couple of updates, and discuss Satechi's new Qi2 chargers. Plus, I tease an upcoming guest on the podcast! Stay tuned to find out who and how to submit your questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by:...
Apr 29, 2024•30 min•Ep. 203
This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands on with several new products including the Nanoleaf String Lights, Mophie's Qi2 3-in-1 charger, and Govee's two new Floor Lamps. There's also news around Home Assistant, Casetify, & two new air purifiers. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period...
Apr 22, 2024•38 min•Ep. 202
This week on HomeKit Insider, we dive into the new Google My Devices network and how Apple's smart discovery program could improve, we talk about the new Aqara motion sensor, Fellow's new smart coffee machine -- Aiden, and look at more Qi2 devices. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Zocdoc : Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign...
Apr 15, 2024•44 min•Ep. 201
This week on HomeKit Insider, we go into four new robot vacuum cleaners from eufy, iRobot, and Roborock. We also go hands-on with a new Qi2 car charger, and discuss LifX's new ultra-bright bulbs. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekit ExpressVPN : Get an extra 3 m...
Apr 08, 2024•56 min•Ep. 200
This week on HomeKit Insider, your host highlights several new Qi2 devices, including the iPhone 12, go in-depth on the Ascender stair-climbing robotic vacuum cleaner with Matter, and review two TP-Link cameras. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Factor : Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and save 50% off your first box with promo code...
Apr 01, 2024•39 min•Ep. 199
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekit HomeKit Insider YouTube Cha...
Mar 25, 2024•22 min•Ep. 198
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored 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 downloa...
Mar 18, 2024•47 min•Ep. 197
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Nom Nom : Go Right Now for 50% off your no-risk two week trial at TryNom.com/ HOMEKIT Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial ...
Mar 11, 2024•47 min•Ep. 196
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Factor : Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and save 50% off your first box with promo ...
Mar 04, 2024•36 min•Ep. 195
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 Threads Email us here Spons...
Feb 26, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 194
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign u...
Feb 19, 2024•56 min•Ep. 193
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Zocdoc : Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Fi...
Feb 12, 2024•42 min•Ep. 192
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Factor : Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and save 50% off your first box...
Feb 05, 2024•47 min•Ep. 191
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, we talk about the potential HomeKit uses for Apple's Vision Pro, ADT's upcoming security system, and go hands-on with several new Qi2 devices from Anker, iOttie, ESR, and Nomad. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekit Babbel : Ge...
Jan 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 190
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, your host is joined by Sujata Neidig and Jonathan Hui from the Thread Group to discuss changes to the emerging connectivity standard, the end of HomeKit routers, and Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekit HomeKit Insider YouTube...
Jan 22, 2024•49 min•Ep. 189
This massive roundup episode of HomeKit Insider breaks down all of the new devices launching out of CES 2024 including Matter robots, lots of door locks, 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 Threads Email us here Sponsored 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 boo...
Jan 15, 2024•47 min•Ep. 188
This episode of HomeKit Insider lands just before the start of CES 2024. We have a few Apple Home-related announcements including a welcomed new version of Thread. We walk through what's new, several new products, launching, and answer several of your listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Hello Fresh : Sign up and get FREE ...
Jan 08, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 187
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, your hosts preview CES 2024 and what we hope to expect before getting into the news for the week. We saw new products from Nomad and several rumors on new HomePods for next year. Finally, we answer a few listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Babbel : Get 55% off your subscription and star...
Jan 01, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 186
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, Dan Turk from Max Borges Agency drops by to talk about Eve's new devices, the ongoing CarPlay debacle, and more smart home news. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @Danieljturk on Twitter Email us here HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to su...
Dec 25, 2023•46 min•Ep. 185
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, Wesley Hilliard drops by as well chat about the release of iOS 17.2, Aqara's new sleep feature, HomeKit routers, and finally conclude our ecobee doorbell saga. Finally, we go hands-on with the new Nomad 3-in-1 Stand One Max. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @faithohara89 on Instagram Email us here Sponsored by: Babbel : Get 55% of...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 184
This week we saw the launch of another Thread-enabled motion sensor alongside updates to Eve Motion blinds to bring Matter support and the Amazon Alexa app for iOS and Android. After breaking down the news, we go hands-on with the all new Eve Play audio streaming device that brings AirPlay 2 to your existing speakers. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @faithohara89 o...
Dec 11, 2023•34 min•Ep. 183
Lutron's luxurious smart home iPad app, Zemismart's second Homekit Zigbee hub, Too and IKEA launch new sensors, and your hosts list their MVP HomeKit devices! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @stephenrobles on Twitter @stephenrobles on Threads Stephen on Mastodon Email us here Sponsored by: Zocdoc : Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find...
Dec 04, 2023•58 min•Ep. 182
We highlight some incredible sales on indie HomeKit apps, Sonos is set to release high-end headphones and a set-top box in 2024, Briiv Pro is an AI powered air purifier, and your hosts talk power banks and chargers. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @stephenrobles on Twitter @stephenrobles on Threads Stephen on Mastodon Email us here Sponsored by: Babbel : Get 55% of...
Nov 27, 2023•55 min•Ep. 181
Nuki launches its Smart Lock Pro with Matter over Thread for the EU, Qi2 wireless charging devices coming soon, Aqara Camera E1 review, SmallRig Filming Rig for iPhone 15 Pro Max, and DEEBOT X2 OMNI review. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @stephenrobles on Twitter @stephenrobles on Threads Stephen on Mastodon Email us here HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe ...
Nov 20, 2023•36 min•Ep. 180
Chamberlain's MyQ blocks third-party API access including Homebridge, Matic is a new style robot vacuum and mop coming next year, we discuss the best HomeKit light switches for 2023, and special guest Mikah Sargent joins the show! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: Mikah Sargent Links @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @stephenrobles on Twitter @stephenrobles on Threads Stephen on Mastodon Email us her...
Nov 13, 2023•47 min•Ep. 179
Your hosts explore tvOS 17.2 new Apple TV UI, ORVIBO' smart dimmer with touchscreen controls, Belkin's latest MagSafe duo charger, and a wild Mac mini + iPad mini portable case. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @stephenrobles on Twitter @stephenrobles on Threads Stephen on Mastodon Email us here Sponsored by: Factor : Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and save ...
Nov 06, 2023•51 min•Ep. 178
Matter 1.2 brings HomeKit support to robot vacuums, fridges, and more, 17.1 update for HomePod and tvOS, and your hosts review the LG StandByMe Go's touchscreen TV in a briefcase. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @stephenrobles on Twitter @stephenrobles on Threads Stephen on Mastodon Email us here Sponsored by: Factor : Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and sav...
Oct 30, 2023•49 min•Ep. 177
Your hosts discuss Level's new WiFi smart lock models, rumors of AirTag 2 in 2025, and delve into the features of ecobee's wired smart doorbell camera. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @stephenrobles on Twitter @stephenrobles on Threads Stephen on Mastodon Email us here HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our ep...
Oct 23, 2023•50 min•Ep. 176
Meross has an innovative fan/light switch combo, Netatmo's debut smart lock without Home Key, Mophie's versatile Magsafe 3-in-1 stand, Green Mini Power Station, and we save the world with USB-C. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Threads @stephenrobles on Twitter @stephenrobles on Threads Stephen on Mastodon Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-m...
Oct 16, 2023•46 min•Ep. 175
