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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Facto...
Dec 02, 2024•37 min•Ep. 234
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify...
Nov 25, 2024•56 min•Ep. 233
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial per...
Nov 18, 2024•52 min•Ep. 232
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 Threads Email us here HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to sub...
Nov 11, 2024•22 min•Ep. 231
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 Threads Email us here HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here...
Nov 04, 2024•28 min•Ep. 230
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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homek...
Oct 28, 2024•46 min•Ep. 229
This week on HomeKit Insider, Jeff Gadway from Clicks joins to talk about this week's news including the launch of the Sonos Arc Ultra & Sub 4, the upcoming expansion of Apple Car Key, and much more! Then we get into a deep discussion on automations, Shortcuts, and the Clicks Keyboard. 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...
Oct 21, 2024•50 min•Ep. 228
This week on HomeKit Insider, we cover the case of the cursing robovacs, talk about the release of iOS 18.1 and some lingering issues, plus compare the Google TV Streamer to the Apple TV 4K. 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 ...
Oct 14, 2024•33 min•Ep. 227
This week on HomeKit Insider, we talk about Sonos's new pledge to quality, Aqara's new U300 smart lever lock with Home Key, and Matter 1.3 arriving on both Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant. 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 : Go to FactorMeals.com/homekit50 and use promo code homekit50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% of...
Oct 07, 2024•50 min•Ep. 226
This week on HomeKit Insider, Chief Technology Officer for ADT, Gilles Drieu, joins to add his view on the news from the week before pivoting to talk about what's new for the security company. In the news, we saw more rumors on Matter in the Home app and Apple's new smart display, more great products, and another update to the Sonos app. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 on Thr...
Sep 30, 2024•55 min•Ep. 225
This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talks about several new products such as our first ultra Wideband lock, new Find My trackers, an ice maker that works with Matter, and a big update to Thread with iOS 18 that went under the radar. Plus a listen response, Sonos rumors, 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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for...
Sep 23, 2024•24 min•Ep. 224
This week on HomeKit Insider, the CEO of Nanoleaf, Gimmy Chu, drops by to talk through the week's news and new products before getting into the company's latest releases such as the Sense+ switch, permanent outdoor lights, and Blocks. 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. ...
Sep 16, 2024•58 min•Ep. 223
This week on HomeKit Insider, we go through all the biggest smart home announcements out of IFA 2024 in Berlin. There's a ton of new Apple Home and Matter accessories, a few spec upgrades, and more in this jam-packed episode ahead of Apple's iPhone 16 announcement. 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-mo...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 222
This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talks about several new products that have launched ahead of IFA including new Qi2 chargers, a new unique HomeKit hub, and a smart lock. Plus, we give you exclusive details on Apple's approach to Matter. 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: ...
Sep 02, 2024•50 min•Ep. 221
This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talks about a recent hotel stay and the abysmal Chromecast experience, answers a few listener questions on 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and reviews the Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Generation. 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 HomeKi...
Aug 26, 2024•31 min•Ep. 220
This week on HomeKit Insider, we talk about the new Nanoleaf Expo display boxes, Apple's robotic iPad plans, the continued struggles for the Sonos app, and go hands-on with the SmartMi E1 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: ExpressVPN : Get an extra 3 months on your subscription by visiting ExpressVPN.com/hki Shopify : Sign up ...
Aug 19, 2024•28 min•Ep. 219
This week on HomeKit Insider, Shane Whatley joins to discuss a big week in smart home news following the Google event. We cover the new Google TV streaming box and the 4th generation Nest Learning Thermostat as well as more product launches and relevant 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 Email us here Sponsored by: Zocdoc : Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the ...
Aug 12, 2024•51 min•Ep. 218
This week on HomeKit Insider, Brian Tong joins to talk through the smart home news for the week, including Logitech's uncertain future in the HomeKit, a new Thread-enabled lock, an affordable presence sensor from Meross, plus our first look at Apple intelligence. 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: ExpressVPN : Get an extra 3 months on your ...
Aug 05, 2024•51 min•Ep. 217
This week on HomeKit Insider we cover the latest smart home news including the leaked Nest Learning Thermostat Gen 4 and its new wireless sensors, some Deadpool MagSafe-compatible chargers, Google's new streaming box, and the new update to the Sonos app. 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 p...
Jul 29, 2024•22 min•Ep. 216
This week on HomeKit Insider, we go hands-on with the first public beta of tvOS 18 and walk through all the big changes. We also touch on the news for the week including several new sensors launching, a refreshed HomePod mini, and identify the best MagSafe-compatible travel 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 Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for ...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 215
This week on HomeKit Insider, Jennifer Pattison Tuohy joins from The Verge to discuss a big week of smart home news from Sonos Arc 2 leaks, the launch of the Aqara U200 smart lock, a major brand acquisition, and more evidence pointing to Apple's mysterious new smart home display. Buckle up for an extra-long episode! 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 Spo...
Jul 15, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 214
This week on HomeKit Insider, your host talks about the latest leaks regarding Apple's unannounced smart home accessory, as well as goes hands-on with Peak Design's new Mobile lineup with Qi2. There were also new products coming to market soon -- a new smart lock and an environmental sensor. 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...
Jul 08, 2024•21 min•Ep. 213
This week on HomeKit Insider, Andrew goes through all the news for the week, including the launch of more AirPlay TVs in hotels as well as Matter-enabled under-cabinet lights. We also have three hands-on demos this week including the Philips Hue Table Lamp and the Narwal Freo X Ultra vacuum. 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...
Jul 01, 2024•42 min•Ep. 212
This week on HomeKit Insider, Andrew goes through all the new changes in tvOS 18 such as InSight, improved audio, new screensavers and more. There are also a lot of new gear coming out this week, including several new Philips Hue products and new Qi2 chargers. The episode wraps with a quick listener question. 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 ...
Jun 24, 2024•33 min•Ep. 211
This week on HomeKit Insider, we walk through all the news announced at WWDC as it pertains to Apple Home. We're seeing support for more Matter accessories, app changes, and more. There was a couple news items, including a Find My device and a solar-powered accessory. 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 down...
Jun 17, 2024•44 min•Ep. 210
This week on HomeKit Insider, we preview the new features coming to all your Apple devices out of WWDC 2024. We also cover some news for the week including the creation of a portable Apple TV and new Matter devices arriving in iOS 17.6. 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....
Jun 10, 2024•18 min•Ep. 209
This week on HomeKit Insider, Nomad CEO & co-founder Noah Dentzel joins to chat about Apple Find My trackers & developing Qi2/MagSafe chargers. We also go through the news including new Matter accessories and a pair of worthwhile app updates! 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 HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTu...
Jun 03, 2024•47 min•Ep. 208
This week on HomeKit Insider, Ecobee CEO Greg Fyke joins your host to break down the future of the smart home including Matter adoption, and new product categories, among other topics. We also go through the news including the launch of the Sonos Ace headphones, a new affordable Home Key smart lock, and lots 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 Spons...
May 27, 2024•30 min•Ep. 207
This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the new Pitaka Qi2 car charger with built-in NFC and talk about the Apple Pencil Pro's smart home features. Otherwise, I cover the news including new Matter products, AirTag 2 rumors, 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 Threads Email us here Sponsored by: Shopify : Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: sh...
May 20, 2024•32 min•Ep. 206
This week on HomeKit Insider, we diver into all the changes in Matter 1.3, break down the end of Brilliant and go hands-on with the Ridge MagSafe wallet and its Find My options. This is on top of the new iPads, Apple Pencil Pro, and more news for the week. 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...
May 13, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 205
