Episodes
Several devices gain Matter support, Final Cut for iPad is out and your hosts discuss some shortcomings, HBO Max is now Max, and we test the new Eve Flare with thread!
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Published 05/29/23
InvisOutlet announces a smart outlet with motion and air quality sensing, Eve's Flare upgraded with Thread, Amazon's four new Echo devices, smart bird feeder, and Ecovacs' Deebot X1 Omni.
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Published 05/22/23
Special guest Jennifer Tuohy joins your host for a discussion on the current state of Matter and home controllers, what it means for HomeKit users, and Google’s redesigned home app for iPhone.
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Published 05/15/23
In this episode, we discuss Amazon's latest update, which includes iOS setup and Thread support for Matter devices. We also look at Remootio's new HomeKit compatible garage and gate opener on HomeKit, CarPlay devices, smart shade options, and more.
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Published 05/08/23
We review the Aqara F2 Presence Sensor, the only HomeKit occupancy sensor, and discuss Leviton switch updates. We also explore Matter's glitches on HomeKit devices and the addition of Wiz smart lights to Apple Home via Matter.
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Published 05/01/23
Apple's latest HomePod software update that enables the device's smoke alarm recognition capabilities, Nest's forthcoming Matter compatibility, and we discuss the US launch of the Aqara Presence Sensor FP2!
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Published 04/24/23
In this episode, we highlight the latest tech products making their way into the market including a tool for safely cleaning your AirPods, the new Max streamer, the Ember Travel Mug², and the Netatmo Weather Station compatible with Alexa and HomeKit. Listen in for more details!
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Published 04/17/23
Aqara video doorbell G4 is updated to fix bugs, Roborock S8 Pro follow-up, hands-on with Eve Aqua spigot, SwitchBot hub 2 with Matter support, and more.
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Published 04/10/23
WWDC 2023 is announced and discuss some wishlist items for HomeKit, Eve is shipping and updates their devices with Matter, Hue delays it’s Matter rollout, your hosts review the Sonos Era 100 and 300, updates to popular third-party home apps, and more!
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Published 04/03/23
Big show as we review the Aqara G4, the first battery-powered, HSV video doorbell, Andrew has the Era 300 and Era 100 in-hand, plus Tesla’s wireless charger, Ecovac launches Deebot lineup, and more!
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Published 03/27/23
Chipolo Card with Find My now available at Apple Stores, Belkin announces there will be no Matter support for their Thread devices, we cover the best MagSafe wallets with Find My, and tips for new smart home construction.
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Published 03/20/23
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Published 03/13/23
We review the new rainforest humidifier from Smartmi, WiiM Pro launches bringing AirPlay 2 to physical speakers, Sony launches new TVs with HomeKit, Yarbo is a robot for your yard, and your hosts tease upcoming reviews!
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Published 03/06/23
Special guest Shane Whatley joins us to discuss new Aqara products and occupancy sensors, iOS 16.4 brings back the Home architecture upgrade plus new Shortcuts for Intercom, Z-Wave hubs for HomeKit, and our favorite Apple Home automations!
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Published 02/27/23
Your hosts debate the state of HomeKit terminology, some noticeable bug fixes came with iOS 16.3.1, Ikea has a new Matter-enabled air quality monitor, smart TV buying tips, and robotic lawn mowers.
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Published 02/20/23
LG updates their webOS TVs with Apple services, Aqara begins M2 hub Matter rollout, HomeKit architecture update coming with iOS 16.4, plus we review the new HomePods, Narwal Freo robot vacuum, and SwitchBot Blind Tilt!
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Published 02/13/23
Samsung’s SmartThings iOS app now supports Matter devices, Hue launches a new portable table lamp, Anker confesses Eufy cameras were never encrypted, and your hosts discuss whole-home smart water shutoff valves!
Published 02/06/23
iOS 16.3 has some quirks, HomeKit architecture is still missing, hidden settings for Apple TV Up Next, and searching for the best HomeKit plug.
Published 01/30/23
HomePod returns with audio improvements and new smart home features, iOS 16.3 activates the humidity and temperature sensors on HomePod mini, your hosts roundup more devices from CES, and we review the Yale HomeKit Safe.
Published 01/23/23
Yale launches a new smart safe with HomeKit, we cover multiple Find My devices announced at CES, Hunter Douglas shades come with a tax credit, Roborock shows off the new S8 Pro Ultra, and we discuss HomeKit button controllers.
Published 01/16/23
CES is in full swing and we cover all the HomeKit and Matter products, including Govee and Nanoleaf with TV sync lights, Aqara previews several new products including a presence sensor and HSV doorbell, Mui board offers a unique way to control your smart home, and more!
Published 01/09/23
After numerous issues, Apple has halted the Home Architecture update making it unavailable to iOS 16.2 users, Amazon adds Matter support to numerous devices, Aqara updates its M2 hub, and Evvr launches a no-neutral required, in-wall HomeKit relay switch!
Published 12/26/22
Eve updates several devices to Matter, Airversa announces a HomeKit humidifier, Andrew gets a first look at the Dexcom G7 glucose monitor, and we review the Leviton Scene Controller and Lutron Diva smart dimmer.
Published 12/19/22
Twinkly releases a HomeKit wreath for the holidays, Eufy debacle gets worse, Hunter Douglas new releases, Sonos and IKEA team up for a floor lamp, we review the Meross table lamp, plus HomeKit gift ideas.
Published 12/12/22