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HomeKit Insider AppleInsider
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4.7 • 336 Ratings
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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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Aqara P2 Motion Sensor, Google Find My, More Qi2, & A Smart Coffee Machine from Fellow
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.
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Vintage Apple devices YT videoAqara P2 motion sensorGoogle Find My Devices launch ESR Qi2 Car ChargerESR Qi2 3-in-1Mophie Qi2 3-in-1Fellow Aiden coffee machineAiden introductory videoThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com -
Lots of New Robovacs, Bright LifX Bulbs, & Mophie Qi2 Car Charger
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:
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New LifX bulbsPhilips Hue appRoomba launches new modelseufy S1 Pro Kickstartereufy S1 Pro video hands-onRoborock S8 MaxV Ultra preorderMophie Qi2 Vent chargerMophie Qi2 charging standMophie Qi2 battery packThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com -
Qi2 Devices, Stair-Climbing Robotic Vacuum Cleaner, & TP-Link Cameras
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:
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Qi2 comes to iPhone 12Mophie Qi2 Vent chargerMophie Qi2 charging standMophie Qi2 battery packPeak Design walletBelkin Qi2 battery packAscender stair-climbing robotRobin Pro Line doorbellTP-Link Kasa reviewSubscribe 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.
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Smart Home Security Standard, MagSafe Chargers, & Getting Ready for Spring!
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 Channel
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Segway 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.
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CSA's Chris LaPre Talks the Future of Matter & Apple Home
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 Channel
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Govee 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.
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Ikea Adds Matter, SwitchBot Lock Pro, & Mila Air Purifier
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:
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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 Channel
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Vision 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
Customer Reviews
Everything Apple Home
I’ve been listening for the past two years. Andrew does a great job of exploring all things Apple. I’ve learned so much about upcoming home products. I’ve made purchases based on items discussed on the show. Specifically, I’ve bought Eufy cameras and hub, Logitech doorbell, Lutron hub and switches, several HomePod mini’s and the Lisen, 3 in 1 magnetic wireless charging stand. I’m looking into a robovacum, air purifier, and anything else that is fun for home automation.
This show is very informative if you are exploring setting up a smart home using the apple ecosystem. I look forward to hearing about new products, what works, and what doesn’t work.
I love all the guest hosts, but I do miss Stephen. This is the show I listen to to start my week and the links in the show notes help me remember the products I want to research. Congrats on 200 episodes and I hope we get 200 more.
Wes has to go!
Apple Insider and HomeKit Insider used to be my two favorite podcasts. Ever since Stephen Robles left, it has gone down hill. Andrew is the only bright spot still. Wes is a huge bully and has no clue what he is talking about. He constantly interrupts Andrew and the old guy on the other pod cast, and his points are most of the time wrong. In today’s episode, Andrew was making a point and Wes continued to interrupt and not make sense. It’s time to think about replacing Wes.
Was great ….
I used to look forward to this show weekly. It almost seems like Andrew and Wes don’t like each other as it’s constant arguing and talking over each other. This week’s show spent 5+ mins arguing about Apple and Google Find My. It seems there is no script.
I hope the chemistry gets better, but it’s almost painful to hear at this point. I hope you guys get back to basics!