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In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, your host wraps up all the Apple Home news following WWDC25. We walk through iOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 to see all the new smart home features. Outside of WWDC, we go hands on with the Govee lamp post light that works with Matter.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:NordLayer: Get an exclusive offer of up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code homekit-10HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showCarPlay Apple Home features in iOS 26tvOS 26 New FeaturesGovee Lamp Post LightThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, CEO of of Maisomage app for Apple Home & Matter joins to help walk through the news. That includes going hands-on with the ThorBolt X1 Home Key deadbolt & the Brilliant 2nd-gen smart panel. 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: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.comShopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showThorBolt X1 on AmazonGovee Lamp Post Light on AmazonHomey Pro MiniMaisomage on App StoreThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Navigating the Complex World of New Home Sales: Tips and InsightsIn this episode, Vito discusses the complicated relationship between real estate agents and new home builders, highlighting issues such as poor workmanship and sneaky sales tactics. He shares invaluable advice on protecting home buyers, including the importance of third-party inspections and negotiating better deals. Vito also provides updates on the current housing market, focusing on new home sales trends, inventory levels, and price changes across various regions, particularly in the Bay Area. Additionally, he showcases select properties and offers practical tips for sellers. Tune in for an in-depth look at the real estate landscape and expert guidance on navigating new home purchases.40% Home Builders say ‘Demand is Slower and Causing Concern'REO of the Week Apple Homes for sale  Mountain View home of the week FREE HOME BUYER CHECKLIST HERE https://abitanogroup.com/HomebuyerchecklistHome Inspection CHECKLIST HERE https://abitanogroup.com/homeinspectionchecklist00:00 Introduction: Love-Hate Relationship with New Home Builders01:56 Market Trends and Data Analysis04:30 New Home vs. Resale: Pros and Cons06:37 REO of the Week: Oakland Property07:43 Apple Home of the Week09:34 Market Inventory and Trends10:55 Conclusion: Market Predictions and Final Thoughts

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, your host covers new Matter rumors, including the work on long-range devices, Apple Home update for Alro users, and we go hands-on with the Nanoleaf Pegboard light and the best Find My devices currently available outsid eof wallet trackers.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/homekitFast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.comIndeed: Listeners of this show will get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at Indeed.com/HOMEKITHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showChipolo PopNanoleaf Pegboard lightMatter Long Range workMatter presence sensorPhilips Matter lockJourney Reevus water bottleEmber Travel Mug 2+AirNotch ProPlugBugBest Find My Devices roundup videoThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

On the latest episode of HomeKit Insider, Samsung SmartThings and Aqara have massive Matter updates, including new features for Apple Home users. There's also the upcoming launch of the Ballie robot and a quick review of the UAG Monarch AirTag holder.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:ExpressVPN: Sign up and get four months free at expressVPN.com/hkiFast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.comHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showBusy BarSonos appoints Hugo Barra to boardUAG Monarch AirTag caseThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Jens & Christophe sprechen über die Möglichkeiten von Apple Home, Bonus-Apps in Geschäften und den Erwerb von Musikkatalogen und Musikrechten.

Over $1.4 billion taken from Bybit crypto exchange Apple Removes Cloud Encryption Feature From UK After Backdoor Order iOS18.4 Beta adds priority notifications, support for robot vacs in Apple Home, but no smarter siri Amazon's revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event OpenAI now serves 400M users every week The New York Times adopts AI tools in the newsroom Amazon Appstore for Android is shutting down in August Spotify is making it easier to release audiobooks narrated by AI California privacy regulator seeks to fine Florida data broker after huge breach of Social Security numbers Donald Trump Is Turning CISA Into The Embodiment Of His Election Conspiracy Theories Asus Continues Fragrant Device Trend With an Aromatic Mouse - Slashdot iPhone 16E: all the news on Apple's new $599 phone Smart ring tracks health, fitness data with long battery life Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Larry Magid Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: expressvpn.com/twit ziprecruiter.com/twit uscloud.com threatlocker.com for This Week in Tech Melissa.com/twit

Over $1.4 billion taken from Bybit crypto exchange Apple Removes Cloud Encryption Feature From UK After Backdoor Order iOS18.4 Beta adds priority notifications, support for robot vacs in Apple Home, but no smarter siri Amazon's revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event OpenAI now serves 400M users every week The New York Times adopts AI tools in the newsroom Amazon Appstore for Android is shutting down in August Spotify is making it easier to release audiobooks narrated by AI California privacy regulator seeks to fine Florida data broker after huge breach of Social Security numbers Donald Trump Is Turning CISA Into The Embodiment Of His Election Conspiracy Theories Asus Continues Fragrant Device Trend With an Aromatic Mouse - Slashdot iPhone 16E: all the news on Apple's new $599 phone Smart ring tracks health, fitness data with long battery life Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Larry Magid Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: expressvpn.com/twit ziprecruiter.com/twit uscloud.com threatlocker.com for This Week in Tech Melissa.com/twit

Over $1.4 billion taken from Bybit crypto exchange Apple Removes Cloud Encryption Feature From UK After Backdoor Order iOS18.4 Beta adds priority notifications, support for robot vacs in Apple Home, but no smarter siri Amazon's revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event OpenAI now serves 400M users every week The New York Times adopts AI tools in the newsroom Amazon Appstore for Android is shutting down in August Spotify is making it easier to release audiobooks narrated by AI California privacy regulator seeks to fine Florida data broker after huge breach of Social Security numbers Donald Trump Is Turning CISA Into The Embodiment Of His Election Conspiracy Theories Asus Continues Fragrant Device Trend With an Aromatic Mouse - Slashdot iPhone 16E: all the news on Apple's new $599 phone Smart ring tracks health, fitness data with long battery life Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Larry Magid Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: expressvpn.com/twit ziprecruiter.com/twit uscloud.com threatlocker.com for This Week in Tech Melissa.com/twit

Over $1.4 billion taken from Bybit crypto exchange Apple Removes Cloud Encryption Feature From UK After Backdoor Order iOS18.4 Beta adds priority notifications, support for robot vacs in Apple Home, but no smarter siri Amazon's revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event OpenAI now serves 400M users every week The New York Times adopts AI tools in the newsroom Amazon Appstore for Android is shutting down in August Spotify is making it easier to release audiobooks narrated by AI California privacy regulator seeks to fine Florida data broker after huge breach of Social Security numbers Donald Trump Is Turning CISA Into The Embodiment Of His Election Conspiracy Theories Asus Continues Fragrant Device Trend With an Aromatic Mouse - Slashdot iPhone 16E: all the news on Apple's new $599 phone Smart ring tracks health, fitness data with long battery life Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Larry Magid Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: expressvpn.com/twit ziprecruiter.com/twit uscloud.com threatlocker.com for This Week in Tech Melissa.com/twit

Over $1.4 billion taken from Bybit crypto exchange Apple Removes Cloud Encryption Feature From UK After Backdoor Order iOS18.4 Beta adds priority notifications, support for robot vacs in Apple Home, but no smarter siri Amazon's revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event OpenAI now serves 400M users every week The New York Times adopts AI tools in the newsroom Amazon Appstore for Android is shutting down in August Spotify is making it easier to release audiobooks narrated by AI California privacy regulator seeks to fine Florida data broker after huge breach of Social Security numbers Donald Trump Is Turning CISA Into The Embodiment Of His Election Conspiracy Theories Asus Continues Fragrant Device Trend With an Aromatic Mouse - Slashdot iPhone 16E: all the news on Apple's new $599 phone Smart ring tracks health, fitness data with long battery life Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Larry Magid Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: expressvpn.com/twit ziprecruiter.com/twit uscloud.com threatlocker.com for This Week in Tech Melissa.com/twit

Over $1.4 billion taken from Bybit crypto exchange Apple Removes Cloud Encryption Feature From UK After Backdoor Order iOS18.4 Beta adds priority notifications, support for robot vacs in Apple Home, but no smarter siri Amazon's revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event OpenAI now serves 400M users every week The New York Times adopts AI tools in the newsroom Amazon Appstore for Android is shutting down in August Spotify is making it easier to release audiobooks narrated by AI California privacy regulator seeks to fine Florida data broker after huge breach of Social Security numbers Donald Trump Is Turning CISA Into The Embodiment Of His Election Conspiracy Theories Asus Continues Fragrant Device Trend With an Aromatic Mouse - Slashdot iPhone 16E: all the news on Apple's new $599 phone Smart ring tracks health, fitness data with long battery life Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Larry Magid Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: expressvpn.com/twit ziprecruiter.com/twit uscloud.com threatlocker.com for This Week in Tech Melissa.com/twit

On the latest episode of HomeKit Insider, there is a lot of news to talk about. We talk about the latest rumor on Apple's smart display, Aqara's big EU launches, Matter-over-Ethernet smart shades, and more before reviewing the Tonie Box kid's speaker and discussing whether or not it's worth it to upgrade 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 ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showSnazzyLabs Matter explainerApple smart display comingHue app gets updated with security schedulesSmartWings MoE shadesSiri's failed testThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

2025 Real Estate Trends: Predictions, Insights, and Market UpdatesIn this episode, Vito from Abitano discusses the upcoming real estate trends for 2025 with insights from Ryan Lundquist, a prominent real estate appraiser in Sacramento. Key topics include market predictions, the thawing of seller and buyer demand, the rise of Gen Z buyers, the impact of insurance rates, and the stability of housing prices. The episode also highlights specific property listings in Antioch, near the Apple campus, and Mountain View, offering details on market conditions and strategies for potential buyers and sellers. Vito emphasizes the importance of understanding local market dynamics and preparing homes for selling in the upcoming months.Real estate trends to watch in 2025

Why Some Homes Take Over 90 Days to Sell in Silicon ValleyIn this episode, Vito from Abitano discusses why some homes in Silicon Valley take longer than 90 days to sell. He highlights specific examples in Cupertino, Mountain View, and San Leandro, pointing out issues like overpricing, poor renovation choices, and strategic market factors. Vito emphasizes the importance of pricing sensitivity, condition, and location in determining a home's marketability. He also provides a 'bank-owned property of the week,' and the 'Cupertino house of the week.' Additionally, Vito examines the 40-day market report, noting a dwindling supply and how it impacts pricing.What Kind of Homes Don't Sell Over 90 Days?REO of the WeekHomes for sale near AppleMountain View home of the weekFREE HOME BUYER CHECKLIST HEREhttps://abitanogroup.com/HomebuyerchecklistHome Inspection CHECKLIST HERE https://abitanogroup.com/homeinspectionchecklist00:00 Introduction: Homes Taking Over 90 Days to Sell00:30 Analyzing Overpriced Homes00:51 Case Study: Palmia House02:11 Case Study: Norcrest Drive House02:49 Understanding Price Sensitivity05:57 Bank Owned Property of the Week06:35 Apple Home of the Week07:01 Mountain View Home of the Week07:57 40-Day Market Report08:29 Conclusion and Market Insights

In questa puntata esploro il futuro di Apple nella domotica, analizzando tre progetti rivoluzionari: l'HomePad, un display smart con homeOS che promette di rivoluzionare il controllo domestico, una nuova telecamera di sorveglianza e le prospettive del futuro televisore Apple.La copertina è un concept di Parker OrtolaniVisita Digiteee e scopri tutte le notizie sulla tecnologiaSegui Digiteee su TikTokDimmi la tua su Twitter, su Threads, su Telegram, su Mastodon, su BlueSky o su Instagram.Mail jacoporeale@yahoo.it Scopri dove ascoltare il podcast e lascia una recensione su Apple Podcast o Spotify.Ascolta An iPad guy su YouTube Podcast.Supporta il podcast..

Soutenez-nous sur patreon.com/iweek !Voici l'épisode 208 d'iWeek (la semaine Apple), le podcast.M4 Max, la puce de rêve, et tout sur le futur HomePad (ou Apple Hub).Enregistré le mardi 19 novembre 2024 à 18h : enregistrement streamé à suivre en direct sur X, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch et LinkedIn Live, chaque mardi désormais.Présentation : Benjamin Vincent, avec la participation de Fabrice Neuman (consultant tech pour les petites entreprises et contributeur sur commentçamarche) et Gilles Dounès (ex-rédacteur en chef de MacPlus et co-auteur de “iPod backstage“).Au sommaire de cet épisode 208 : un centre de contrôle pour votre domotique : c'est le prochain nouveau produit majeur sur lequel travaille Apple depuis des années, selon Mark Gurman. Et notre confrère de Bloomberg en parle comme s'il l'avait déjà vu : de la taille de l'écran à sa forme générale (qui n'est pas rectangulaire...), des fixations murales qui seraient fournies à ce que cet iPad revisité permettra de faire : vous allez tout savoir sur ce produit que certains appellent déjà… le HomePad.Peut-on croire Apple quand deux de ses illustres représentants - Tim Millet et John Bouger - expliquent, dans un podcast, que le lancement du projet Apple Intelligence date… de 2017 ? Opération de communication pour contrer l'idée qu'Apple est en retard sur l'IA ou hypothèse plausible ?Les premiers tests de la puce M4 Max, à la fois à l'intérieur du MacBook Pro M4 Max mais aussi face aux meilleurs GPU de NVIDIA : Apple n'est pas le meilleur mais les résultats sont excellents compte tenu de l'autonomie des nouveaux Mac portables qui ne se transforment pas en bouillotte !Et puis, le bonus hebdo exclusif pour nos soutiens Patreon. Cette semaine, le retour de la rumeur autour d'une TV Apple, via Mark Gurman ! Cupertino se serait remis à évaluer son intérêt… quelle idée !Plus que jamais, à l'approche du Black Friday, nous avons besoin de votre soutien pour nous aider à financer le renouvellement de nos licences logicielles, indispensables au podcast en profitant des promotions du Black Friday. Alors, à nouveau, merci : rien ne serait possible sans vous !Rendez-vous mardi prochain, 26 novembre 2024, pour l'enregistrement de l'épisode 209 ! Merci de votre fidélité et bonne écoute !Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Nilay and David talk about the future of social, in light of Bluesky's recent surge in growth. Threads is huge, Bluesky is ascendent, Mastodon is... around, but can any of them become the next Twitter? Is that even the goal? After that, Kylie Robison joins the show and the gang discusses Apple's smart home device (which is just an iPad), the AI scaling slowdown, and a new twist in the delivery wars. In the lightning round, it's all about disclosures, wireless carriers, and the sad end of Freevee. Further reading: Twitter's succession: all the news about alternative social media platforms  One million people have joined Bluesky in the past week. Bluesky adds 700,000 new users in a week The Guardian is quitting X. Remember the TikTok ban? Apple's rumored six-inch ‘AI wall tablet' could control your smart home by March 2025 Apple is reportedly working on an Apple Home security camera  Anthropic co-founder Darius Amodei said we'll have artificial general intelligence “in 2026 or 2027.” Just Eat is selling Grubhub to Marc Lore's Wonder for $650M Boost Mobile says it's a real wireless carrier now Amazon is shutting down Freevee Trump says Elon Musk will lead ‘DOGE' office to cut ‘wasteful' government spending Email us at vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11, we love hearing from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's a big new update to Final Cut Pro, a smaller one for Logic Pro, and an ever-increasing number of rumors about an Apple Home Hub.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/appleinsider and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!Notion: Try out the incredible power of Notion AI today! For a limited time, try Notion AI for free when you visit: notion.com/appleinsiderLinks from the Show:Apple's smart display with smart home AI focus predicted for March 2025Apple Vision Pro 2 with M5 chip likely to arrive before budget modelsBattery problems threaten the iPhone Slim and iPhone FoldSupply chain leak hints at two potential Apple home automation releases set for 2026There will never be an Apple Ring, says rival with crossed fingersM4 Mac mini review: The first redesign in years hides incredible computing powerApple execs address Mac mini's hidden power button in 2024 redesignPower press: Fixes for Apple's oddly-placed Mac mini buttoniPad mini 7 review: a more mighty micro tabletiPhone 16 Pro Max review two months later — Like Apple says, the best iPhone yetiPhones on iOS 18.1 will automatically reboot and lock down after being idle for a whileEU's latest demand on Apple about geolocking is unforgivably naiveiOS 18.2 could receive a full public release with Image Playground & ChatGPT on December 9Support the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe 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.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (02:11) - Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro (09:22) - Apple Arcade (24:46) - Home Hub and Apple cameras (47:42) - Apple Vision Pro rumors again (56:44) - Mac and iPhone reviews (01:02:25) - Police and restarting iPhones (01:06:57) - Europe and the App Store ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this week's show: LG's ThinQ is running Homey, Sonos faces backlash over a botched app launch, and self-cleaning litter boxes are causing concerns for cat owners. Amazon expands Key In-Garage delivery to Canada, while Home Assistant joins the Z-Wave Alliance Board. Samsung introduces a smart ring, Google TV gets a major upgrade, and Nanoleaf finally releases its Sense Plus Smart Wireless Switch. We discuss iOS 18's potential hub-free option for Apple Home users, SmartThings' new Matter Bridge capability, and dive into some exciting new smart home products from Alfred and Lifx. Plus, we tackle a mailbag question, share our pick of the week, give project updates, and so much more!

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 ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showThread 1.4 ReleasedBluetooth 6 AnnouncedFind My in KoreaSatechi Find My WalletFlic Matter Starter KitsAqaraAnker MagGo LineupBelkin Qi2 DevicesESR Qi2 LineupUgreen Qi2Nanoleaf Blocks Outdoor Lights, & Sense+ SwitchGovee Curtain Lights, Christmas Lights, & MorePhilips Hue HDMI Sync BoxPhilips Hue Ensis LightLockly Zeno Smart LocksSwitchBot HumidifierSwitchBot Find My cardSwitchBot Purifier TableSwitchBot Purifier Cat BowlSwitchBot Roller ShadeHunter Douglas Solar ChargerTwelve South Plug Bug with Find MyChipolo & Metabo Power ToolsThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

It's CEDIA time and once again we will be hosting a HomeTech Happy Hour in Denver. More information and how to RSVP is here!On this week's show: CEDIA is right around the corner, Ubiquiti unveils UniFi Premium Audio, Luon launches Apple Home compatible devices, Wyze introduces a smart bird feeder, Chick-fil-A surprisingly enters the streaming service arena, Ring adds package detection to its budget doorbell, Samsung promises 7 years of TV updates, Amazon's Echo Show 8 loses a key feature, and Govee releases Matter-compatible outdoor lights. We dive into a mailbag question about window sensors, share a thrilling pick of the week, give project updates, and take a look at things for TJ to do in Springfield, Missouri. All this and more on this packed episode!

Benjamin and Chance get excited about the news of an enticing Mac mini redesign coming this fall, talk about the changes in the latest iOS 18 betas, and question the appeal of the rumored $1000 table-top HomePod device. Plus, Apple tries to appease regulators with new policies for iPhone NFC and external link outs in the EU. And in Happy Hour Plus, we debate Apple TV+ movie performance in light of the news that Wolfs is no longer getting a wide theatrical release. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America's #1 meal kit! For a limited time, kids eat FREE. Go to HelloFresh.com/happyhourkids to unlock this exclusive offer. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you're in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Monthly bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links macOS Sequoia will now prompt you monthly (not weekly) for screen recording permissions Apple preparing major Mac mini redesign for later this year, report says Apple is opening the iPhone's NFC chip to third-party apps with iOS 18.1 Here's what developers can do with the new NFC API for iPhone What's new in the latest iOS 18 and iOS 18.1 betas? Apple announces new fee structure for apps in the EU that link out to the web for purchases Bloomberg: Apple targeting sub-$1,000 price for iPad-like robotic home device Apple cancels wide theatrical release for 'Wolfs' movie starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney, streaming date announced

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 ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored 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 book appointments online!HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showMeross solar sensorInsta 360 Go 3SThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

News and Updates: Tesla tries to involve Apple in Autopilot crash lawsuit, finally settles AI Engineers are getting paid Big Dollar$$ After ending the Apple Car, could there be an Apple Home Robot? AT&T admits leak of 73 million customer's data after Class-Action lawsuit filled The most common damage to smartphones Apple has added the iPhone 6 Plus and the iPad 5th Gen

On this week's show we preview the upcoming WiFi 7 specification and we review the Technics SU-GX70 Network Audio Amplifier Review. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Roku just announced a free NBA channel ESPN's Stand-Alone Streaming Service Will Be Available Through Disney+ Apple TV+ share grows in the US, but still lags behind its competitors LG TV owners should update their firmware, webOS vulnerability found in a few models Other: Ridiculous 150" AWOL Vision Theater Setup Roku patent invents a way to show ads over anything you plug into your TV | Ars Technica A Giga-Sunset For Gigaset IoT Devices | Hackaday WiFi 7 May be What We Have All Been Waiting For Why WiFi 7 is the future of wireless technology As of now, the finalized specifications for WiFi 7 (also known as 802.11be) have not been officially released, as the standard is still in development. However, based on industry discussions and proposals, some expected features of the proposed WiFi 7 specification include: Increased Speeds: WiFi 7 is anticipated to offer even higher data rates than its predecessors, potentially reaching multi-gigabit speeds  Enhanced Efficiency: Improved spectrum efficiency will allowi for better performance in crowded environments and increased capacity for simultaneous connections. Low Latency: WiFi 7 is likely to target reduced latency to support real-time applications such as online gaming, video streaming, and video conferencing with minimal delay. Advanced Security:  Multi-User MIMO: More advanced Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output (MU-MIMO) technology  Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA): The use of OFDMA will enhance spectral efficiency and enable better resource allocation for various types of traffic. Improved Beamforming: Enhanced beamforming techniques will optimize signal transmission and reception, improving network coverage and reliability. Wider Spectrum Utilization: WiFi 7 may explore the use of new frequency bands or spectrum sharing techniques to accommodate more devices and applications and deliver better performance. IoT Optimization: Features tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) devices to support the increasing number of connected devices and diverse IoT applications. Power Efficiency Enhancements: Efforts to improve power efficiency to extend battery life in wireless devices and reduce energy consumption overall. It's important to note that these features are based on expectations and early proposals for WiFi 7. The final specifications may vary as the standard progresses through the development and approval process. Technics SU-GX70  Network Audio Amplifier Review Listening to music takes three elements, the music itself, the speakers, and the amplification. If one of these elements is not up to the task, your entire experience will be less than desired. Great speakers take high quality audio to even higher levels. The converse is also true, poor quality audio files will sound even worse.  There is a middle layer that we don't talk about as much, and that's the amplification. Back in the 70's all we cared about were watts! The more, the better! As a teenager I did not appreciate that not all power is created equal. Smart amplifier design can make your music sound even better and that's what the engineers at Technics have done with the SU-GX70 Network Audio Amplifier (MSRP $1999.95). The GX70 is a box that has something for everyone. First and foremost it's a digital amplifier that outputs a total of 80 Watts into 8 ohms and supports a ton of physical connections including: Line level x2, phono, HDMI ARC, optical x2, coaxial, USB Type A, USB Type B. Supporting HDMI ARC allows you to connect your own speakers as a soundbar alternative.   As far as wireless connection goes, you have Wi-fi, ethernet, Bluetooth, Google Chromecast and Apple AirPlay 2. DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast) and  FM. You can also get access to Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz through the app.  Hi Res is supported via the USB port with a DAC that can decode 32-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512 files and it can handle MQA streams from Tidal. This is one versatile integrated amp!! Setup To connect the GX70 to the network you use the Apple Home (or Google Home) app. Which seemed odd to us since there is a remote control and display screen. But once you are connected to your network you can use the Technics Audio Center App to control the system. Actually, the only reason you would need the app is if you want to send MQA streams to the amp. All the radio stations that are available through the app are available on your phone or tablet via apps source apps like iHeart Radio. You can tweak the amp to dial it in for your speakers through a calibration on the amp. But it sounded really good right out of the box.  We'll give it an 8 out of 10 for setup, knocking off two points because you have to use Apple/Google Home to get it connected to your network. The aforementioned remote is a better way to use and interact with the amp. You pretty much just need to connect your speakers and you are good to go. Sound To test the audio we turned to the HT Guys Listener Playlist (Playlist available on iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify)  and listened via Airplay2, Bluetooth, and USB. All the music was played in the highest fidelity available on the platform. Both Airplay and Bluetooth lowered quality to fit within the limits of the protocol. It should be noted that the GX70 does not support AptX.  We'll discuss Airplay and Bluetooth together and sum it up by saying the quality was good. The only thing we'll say is that these formats work well for convenience without sacrificing too much quality. When listening to music while doing something else, this is a nice feature. But for really listening to music we used the USB connection. Once connected to Listened to Steely Dan, Deacon Blues (24 bit 192kHz) across three different speakers and found that the GX70 helped capture nuances in the music that we had never heard before. The sound was clean and precise. In Stevie Ray Vaughan's Tin Pan Alley his voice was so smooth and raspy but in a good way! It's like the amp gave it more power and weight! But can it make your walls rattle? You would think at 80W total that this was not a possibility and depending on your speakers it's not. If you have power hungry speakers they will push the amp to its limits. However, if you have efficient  speakers, it will fill the room with sound. More than we were expecting. For that we turned to UFO Strangers in the Night Live, which is an excellent album from the 1970's, but the recording wasn't the best. We'll say this, the GX70 attached to Ascend Acoustics Sierra-1s, which are not extremely efficient speakers, got loud enough to where family members asked to turn down the music! Conclusion What we liked A plethora of input sources (both wired and wireless)  Build Quality is first rate LCD and Remote make it easy to use and setup Outstanding detailed sound quality Needs Improvement Two app setup Would like to see Aptx for high quality audio from mobile devices. Needs a tad more power The GX70 offers an elevated listening experience that brings music to life with clarity, depth, and immersive soundstaging making it a top choice for those who are serious about their music.

When will new iPads be announced? Apple confirms layoffs are coming to the company, hitting the former Apple Car division and other sectors. Apple's App Store now allows for gaming emulators. Apple is also challenging ITC's ban on the Apple Watch pulse oximetry feature. When will Apple release the new iPad Pro? Apple explores home robotics as potential 'next big thing' after car fizzles. Apple cut at least 600 workers when car, screen projects stopped. Beeper is joining Automattic. Apple teaching an AI system to make sense of app screens – could power advanced Siri. App Store guidelines now allow game emulators; more. Apple challenges ITC's ban on Apple Watch pulse oximetry feature. Microsoft is confident Windows on Arm could finally beat Apple. Teenagers still overwhelmingly want iPhone and Apple Watch more than any other brand. Picks of the Week: Shelly's Pick: Zoom H6essential Andy's Pick: Brewintosh by Kevin Noki Alex's Pick: NAB Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Shelly Brisbin Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: ecamm.com/twit or use Promo Code TWIT rocketmoney.com/macbreak wix.com/studio

When will new iPads be announced? Apple confirms layoffs are coming to the company, hitting the former Apple Car division and other sectors. Apple's App Store now allows for gaming emulators. Apple is also challenging ITC's ban on the Apple Watch pulse oximetry feature. When will Apple release the new iPad Pro? Apple explores home robotics as potential 'next big thing' after car fizzles. Apple cut at least 600 workers when car, screen projects stopped. Beeper is joining Automattic. Apple teaching an AI system to make sense of app screens – could power advanced Siri. App Store guidelines now allow game emulators; more. Apple challenges ITC's ban on Apple Watch pulse oximetry feature. Microsoft is confident Windows on Arm could finally beat Apple. Teenagers still overwhelmingly want iPhone and Apple Watch more than any other brand. Picks of the Week: Shelly's Pick: Zoom H6essential Andy's Pick: Brewintosh by Kevin Noki Alex's Pick: NAB Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Shelly Brisbin Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: ecamm.com/twit or use Promo Code TWIT rocketmoney.com/macbreak wix.com/studio

Video Replay on Twitch! The FCC is voting to replace Net Neutrality! Judge throws out phone camera evidence over AI manipulation! Tesla MIGHT be scrapping plans to release a cheaper car! Apple might make robots? Android's new desktop mode is a babystep back in the right direction! And we HAVE to chat about Android's Find My network starting to launch. Let's get our tech week started right! Stories This Week: Innocn's NEW gaming monitor! https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/03/29/innocn-34m1r-34-mini-led-ultra-wide-gaming-monitor-better-than-oled/ Android 15 Desktop mode! https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/04/04/desktop-mode-on-a-pixel-android-15-developer-preview-2-and-video-output-on-the-pixel-8-pro/ Apple is just the FIRST step in regulating big tech… https://www.patreon.com/posts/apple-is-just-in-101337005 Can Qualcomm clear the air on X Elite? https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/04/02/its-time-for-qualcomm-to-clear-the-air-on-x-elite/ Were Point and Shoot Cameras THAT good? https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/03/28/were-point-and-shoot-cameras-as-good-as-we-remember-them/ The ‘Three Body Problem' Problem https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/04/07/the-three-body-problem-problem-impressively-grand-yet-disappointingly-small/ Galaxy S24 Ultra Camera Review https://www.patreon.com/posts/galaxy-s24-ultra-100954628 Some thoughts on the Snapdragon X Elite https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/03/21/snapdragon-x-elite-hands-on-gaming-benchmarks-and-windows-on-arm/ Vivo X100 Pro Camera Deep Dive! https://www.patreon.com/posts/vivo-x100-pro-my-100388934 Unihertz Tank 3 Pro Review https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/03/15/unihertz-tank-3-pro-review-a-rugged-portable-projector-with-a-phone-attached/ Soundcore BOOM2 is HERE! https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/03/06/soundcore-boom2-rugged-wireless-speaker-more-power-more-bass/ Omnivision's new Camera Sensor putting Sony on Notice https://somegadgetguy.com/2024/03/05/xiaomi-14-and-an-omnivision-camera-sensor-putting-sony-on-notice/ Pebblebee announcement on Google Find My tracker pre-orders https://pebblebee.com/blogs/news/pebblebee-set-to-deliver-google-s-find-my-device-compatible-products-to-transform-item-finding-industry FCC to vote on Net Neutrality https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/fcc-wont-block-california-net-neutrality-law-says-states-can-experiment/ FCC won't challenge California Net Neutrality Law https://www.reuters.com/technology/fcc-vote-restore-net-neutrality-rules-reversing-trump-2024-04-02/ Tesla to scrap cheaper car, maybe? https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-scraps-low-cost-car-plans-amid-fierce-chinese-ev-competition-2024-04-05/ Judge throws out phone camera evidence https://www.pcmag.com/news/judge-throws-out-video-evidence-in-murder-case-over-ai-enhancements Apple might make home robots? https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-exploring-home-robots-as-next-big-thing-report-2024-4 Android trackers are HOPEFULLY coming soon! https://www.androidpolice.com/android-find-device-network-launch/ Juan Rambles on about Support production on this channel AND get yourself some cool stuff! Patreon, Amazon, Humble Bundle, OnePlus, Audible, Merch, and MORE! https://somegadgetguy.com/2012/07/15/support-somegadgetguy-get-cool-stuff/ SomeGadgetGuy's Gear List: Panasonic G9 https://amzn.to/2E95rKM Panasonic 15mm f/1.7 http://amzn.to/2qWH0UZ Panasonic 25mm f/1.7 http://amzn.to/2ohTzsd SIGMA 16mm f/1.4 https://amzn.to/3J3qHxM RODE Wireless Go II https://amzn.to/3Lm319C Audio-Technica Lavalier https://amzn.to/2WywofM Focusrite 6i6 Audio Interface http://amzn.to/2p5l7py Shure SM57 Microphone http://amzn.to/2oypnLm Cloudlifter CL1 http://amzn.to/2oKN9G5 LED Light Panels http://amzn.to/2oy60ls AJA U-TAP HDMI http://amzn.to/2wfprBF Elgato HD S http://amzn.to/2p95Unu SUBSCRIBE TO #SGGQA! SGGQA Podcast RSS: http://goo.gl/oSUjvi SGGQA Podcast on Spotify: https://goo.gl/uyuSsj SGGQA Podcast Google Play https://goo.gl/ABF7Up SGGQA Podcast iTunes: https://goo.gl/YUcyS7 SGGQA Podcast on Stitcher: http://goo.gl/cyazfY SGGQA Podcast on PlayerFM: https://goo.gl/34B8SG Juan Carlos Bagnell on Twitch – http://Twitch.tv/SomeGadgetGuy Juan Carlos Bagnell on Twitter – http://Twitter.com/SomeGadgetGuy Juan on Instagram – http://instagram.com/somegadgetguy Support SomeGadgetGuy Production: http://amzn.com/w/34V1TR2551P6M Links on this page may be affiliate links which help support production on this website. Support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/talking-tech-with-somegadgetgu Find out more at https://talking-tech-with-somegadgetgu.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-c117ce for 40% off for 4 months, and support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy.

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Benjamin and Chance discuss the bizarre idea that Apple is interested in making a humanoid robot to help with household chores, as its “next big thing”. Also, Apple launches the first ever sports ‘film' shot in Immersive Video, and releases Spatial Personas for all Vision Pro users. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin discusses the frustrations of driving theory test iPhone apps. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Zocdoc: Go to Zocdoc.com/happyhour and download the Zocdoc app to sign up for free and book a top-rated doctor. Many are available as soon as today. Sponsored by NordVPN: Go to nordvpn.com/happyhour to get the best discount off your NordVPN plan, along with 4 extra months on the 2-year plan. 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Introducing 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Monthly bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple launches first ever Immersive Video sports film for Apple Vision Pro New spatial Persona beta feature launching for Apple Vision Pro users today Bloomberg: New iPad Pro and iPad Air updates expected in 'early May' iOS 17.5 beta 1: Here's everything new iPadOS 17.5 hints at new 'squeeze' gesture for Apple Pencil 3 Gurman: Apple working on personal robotics as next skunk-works project Apple sues former iOS engineer for leaking Journal app, Vision Pro details, and more

 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 ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showGovee 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.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

We've got a two-fer this week, with a pair of topics that might not have filled a whole ep on their own but turn out to be two great podcast tastes that, uh, taste great together... anyway, first we talk about the benchmark Will is currently creating in Unreal Engine to push CPUs and GPUs in a game development context, and then we check in on how the grand unification of smart home devices is coming along with the new Matter and Thread standards, now that products have been on the market for a year or so. There's definitely just one standard now, right? ...Right?Articles referenced in this ep:The Verge on a year with Matter & Thread: https://www.theverge.com/23997548/matter-smart-home-2023-platformsArs Technica on the continued value of Zigbee and Z-Wave: https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/02/i-was-wrong-to-ignore-zigbee-and-z-wave-theyre-the-best-part-of-my-smart-home/ Support the Pod! Contribute to the Tech Pod Patreon and get access to our booming Discord, a monthly bonus episode, your name in the credits, and other great benefits! You can support the show at: https://patreon.com/techpod

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 ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored 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 book appointments online!HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showEve EnergyMaisomage for Vision ProVision Pro vs Quest 3 comparison videoSwitchBot blindsMoen MotionSense faucetSubscribe 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

Nowadays, AI is everywhere, but what can it do in our Apple Home?  In this episode, we discuss this trending topic plus look at some news points from the last weeks, and I talk about some major changes coming to myHomeKithome!Get 3 months of ExpressVPN for free!  Find out why ExpressVPN is the #1 most recommended VPN.  https://expressvpn.com/myhomekithome

As CES 2024 wraps up, we look at some of the Apple Home and Matter highlights from the show and look forward to a smarter 2024.

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 ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Hello Fresh: Sign up and get FREE breakfast for life at hellofresh.com/homekitfree with code homekitfree Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showThread update blog postSamsung Jet Bot ComboUltraLoq Home Key lockBelkin CES newsSwitchBot SensorOwl Home smoke detectorSubscribe 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

It's time to play Apple Home news catch-up once again and, once again, the headlines are dominated by Matter and Thread releases.  While I love the Latter, the former is not so exciting for me and after looking at product releases from SwitchBot, Tuo, Philips Hue, Aqara, SemiSmart, and Onvis, I'll tell you why I am not Matter's biggest fan…yet.Learn how to get 3 months of ExpressVPN's award-winning VPN service at https://expressvpn.com/myhomekithome

On this week's show Ara discusses his automated Holiday lights by Nanoleaf. And John Lyman was kind enough to review the 75” Hisense U7K which he picked up for $999! We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Chromecast With Google TV 4K is On Sale At Its Lowest Price Ever In a Post Black Friday Sale Streaming Services Will Double the Number of Pricing Tiers in 2024 Cord Cutters Will Outnumber Cable TV Subscribers By The End of The Year Sonos Plans To Launch $400 AirPods Max Rival, Set-Top Box And Much More Other: Finally! A home automation hub that makes sense--Homey Pro Review Chuck Ackermn's Amazing Light Show Nanoleaf Christmas Lights Review I recently bought the Nanoleaf Smart Holliday String lights for the sale price of $90. They are now at the regular price of $100 at the Nanoleaf Website. I just installed them and have mixed feelings about them. Features: 250 Addressable LEDs | 20m 16+ Million Colors and Tunable Whites Use with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Matter over Wi-Fi Control with Attached Controller, Nanoleaf App or through a Smart Home Ecosystem I connected the lights to my home prior to putting them up under my eaves. It was pretty straight forward and like pretty much every smart home product you buy it needed a firmware upgrade. The whole process took about ten minutes. Installation is like any other Christmas light installation right down to the frustration with the LEDs not wanting to lay flat against the eaves. Be prepared to do a lot of clamping to make your lights look like good little soldiers. The first pass was to make the lights completely hidden under the eaves. When it was complete, it looked good but not nearly bright enough to give the desired effect. Round two was to remove the lights that took forever to get perfectly installed and attach them to flush to the bottom of the eaves. Again taking time to make the wire look as uniform as possible. The lights don't look like Christmas lights and being flush should placate any HOA that has rules about leaving your Christmas Lights up all year long. Using the new configuration delivered the desired effect of being able to change how my lights look just by pressing a button. There are a lot of different scenes that people have developed so finding something you like is very easy. I may add a thin track to hide the wire but for now I am happy with the lights. There are other options out there that are far more sophisticated and can produce a dazzling light show. But those cost ten times the Nanoleaf's $100 price tag. Chuck Ackermn's Amazing Light Show Hisense U7K Review From time to time our very talented listeners share a review of a product that they have been using. Today, John Lyman was kind enough to review the 75” Hisense U7K which he picked up for $999! Features: Mini-LED - Full array local dimming Quantum Dot technology creates over a billion shades of color HDR -  Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG. 144Hz Game Mode Pro  2.1.2 50W driving 5 speakers including rear ‘overhead' speakers and a built-in subwoofer  Hands Free Voice Control Google TV Supports HDMI 2.1, Apple Home, Apple AirPlay, Wifi 6E, Wisa, NextGenTV Four or five years ago we redid our media room to make it more usable. The downside was I lost my beloved projector and 110” screen.  I originally replaced the projector with a 70” Vizio E Series after holiday pricing and our Costco rebate. I paid about $250 knowing I would be upgrading down the road.   This fall I was given the green light from the financial committee that I could upgrade the TV.  As much as I wanted a bigger screen, we decided that a 75” would be the best fit for the space and keep it safe from our 14-year-old son.   I started doing my research on the web and came away with a short list of TVs that was made shorter when a lot of last year's models were not available.    I ended up with about 8 TV's (Samsung, LG, etc.) in the under $1300 range and did a RTings shoot-out between them using their TV compare feature.  This gave me three finalists.  A Vizio P Series Quantum (2021 model), TCL Q7 and the Hisense U7K.   The Hisense U7K came out with the best overall score 8.2 with sports and TV viewing receiving a 7.8 and movies receiving an 8.3. These are the 3 things I care most about. The TCL Q7 came in a close second.   I then looked for an online review and saw great reviews about the Hisense and TCL - finding comparisons to the 2021 P Series was much harder.  Basically, it became a coin toss between the TCL Q7 and Hisense U7K. Reviewers liked both TV's.  I ended up picking the Hisense - why you ask - because I'm a good dad and they offered a free copy of NBA 2k24 Black Mamba edition with purchase (see above about my 14-year-old son).  Once I had the TV here I found this review from Caleb at Digital Trends Hisense U7K ULED mini-LED TV review: | Digital Trends basically calling it the Best TV for most people.  I have also recommended this TV to my boss who purchased the TV.  Once the TV arrived it took me about 45 minutes or so to get setup and mounted to my wall and hooked up to my Apple TV.  Out of the box the picture was good but with a little too much motion control.  However, once I turned on Dolby Vision on my Apple TV and selected Dolby Vision dark mode on the TV, the picture with a little fine tuning was amazing.  I have since fine-tuned the Dolby Vision custom for a great picture and family approved.  This TV has so many options to adjust the picture with detailed white balance if you are so inclined.  However, I started with the RTings Dolby vision settings and then tuned in what looked good for our family.   It was time to watch content so as a service to the audience I have sat down over the past few weeks and watched John Wick 1-4 along with football and redzone.  I picked the John Wick movies to watch in their entirety because they are really good movies, they have a lot of dark and bright content, and fast-moving action.  I have also watched John Wick 1 many times, so I was familiar with the film.   I streamed 1-3 through my Apple TV library (I own those) and # 4 on Starz.  I was amazed by how good the picture was and looking at John Wick in evening shots with black suit, black shirt, tie, and hair you could make out the different shades of black easily.  Nothing looked washed out.  The blacks looked really good.  In #4, the puffs of blood were red and visible.  I noticed how sharp and clear everything looked and the definition between black and bright objects seemed perfect. I didn't notice any blooming scenes.  I did get distracted when I was looking at everything and noticing the fine details but the action as it was so good and easy to follow.     I then watched about 8 - 007 title sequences and as a bond fan who has seen all these movies multiple times, I know them well.  During the white circle bouncing around the black screen, I could sometimes see a little blooming (more so with Connery and Moore), but you had to be looking.  I was amazed at the different levels of black in those scenes and noticed things I had never noticed in my many years of watching bond films.  I have also watched clips from Aquaman (for the color) during the fight in the Italian village again I was blown away by the color and brightness that was just right.  Watching football is really nice. I could make out the color of some of the players' eyes. The color is great and once I had the motion setting dialed in everything was crystal clear and realistic.   My son has enjoyed his gaming on this TV (plays a lot of Madden) and the picture does look better than before (sorry I'm not much of a gamer and you don't get many words from a 14 year) One con that has been mentioned in reviews is the viewing angle but the 75” uses an IPS panel for better off angle viewing and the picture is very good. The 65” and smaller use an ADS I believe.   I paid $999 for the TV but I'm seeing holiday pricing of $900.  This TV had the same price as the TCL Q7 when I was purchasing it.   I believe that Hisense, TCL, and other lower mid name recognition brands are using lower price point to get their name out in the market and build market awareness and will eventually raise their prices.  It doesn't hurt that they manufacture a lot of their components.  TV Settings: I started at RTings website (https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/hisense/u7k-u7-u75k/settings) and scrolled down to the Dolby Vision settings and then tweaked some and here are my current settings (but I'm still having fun tweaking as always: General - Automatic Light Sensor - Off Brightness settings: Local diming - High  Brightness - 100 Contrast 55 Black level 0 Dark Detail - Off Active Contrast - Low Color: Color 60 Hue 0 Color Temperature - Standard Clarity Sharpness 10 Super Resolution - Off Smooth Gradient low Noise reduction - low MPEG Noise resolution - Low Motion Enhancement - Film Motion Clearness - Off

The MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide Panel #3 of Brett Terpstra, Mark Fuccio, and Patrice Brend'amour offer up some unusual picks that range from geeky to practical. (Part 1)  This MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our live show on Tuesday nights at 8 PM ET, 5 PM PT, whatever time that is wherever you are. Join in the discussions in the chat on our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/MacVoicesTV and share your opinions on the topics of the hour. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:41 Introduction to MacVoices Gift Guide 0:07:28 Flume Smart Home Water Meter: Monitor and conserve water usage 0:10:53 A House for Sale: $249, No Plumbing or Wires 0:12:53 Choosing the right hard drives for your RAID setup 0:15:20 Considerations when selecting the appropriate drive size and model 0:20:33 Importance of Backing Up Data 0:21:37 The Versatility of the Stream Deck 0:23:57 Stream Deck: A Gateway to Automation 0:28:08 Kasa Smart Mini Plug - A Convenient Home Automation Solution 0:30:19 Samsung USB-C Flash Drive: Fast and Portable Storage 0:32:35 Potential Displacement and Portability Issues 0:33:40 Smart Home Picks: Nanoleaf Essential Light Strips 0:43:43 Compatibility and Software Challenges with Home Automation Links: Brett Terpstra's Picks: ShiftCam SnapGrip - Mobile Battery Grip with Wireless Shutter Button - Magnetic Mount Snaps on to Any Phone - Built in Powerbank with Qi Wireless Charging - Tabletop Dock https://amzn.to/46pFKgE CapGrip II Smartphone Camera Grip Holder w Remote Control Shutter 1/4" Tripod Mount Phone Clip  https://amzn.to/3T1oyuT Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A, Apple HomeKit Supported, Smart Outlet Works with Siri, Alexa & Google Home, UL Certified, App Control, Scheduling, Timer, 2.4G WiFi Only, 4-Pack  https://amzn.to/3MGQQGH Elgato Stream Deck Pedal – Hands-Free Studio Controller, 3 macro footswitches, trigger actions in apps and software  https://amzn.to/40DCL2J Elgato USB-C Stream Deck +, Audio Mixer, Production Console and Studio Controller for Content Creators, Streaming, Gaming, with Customizable Touch Strip dials and LCD Keys  https://amzn.to/3ug3Nkx Mark Fuccio's Picks: Flume 2 Smart Home Water Monitor & Water Leak Detector: Detect Water Leaks Before They Cause Damage. Monitor Your Water Use to Reduce Waste & Save Money. Installs in Minutes, No Plumbing Required  https://amzn.to/47elUWQ SAMSUNG Type-C™ USB Flash Drive, 256GB, Transfers 4GB Files in 11 Secs w/Up to 400MB/s 3.13 Read Speeds, Compatible w/USB 3.0/2.0, Waterproof https://amzn.to/3G8JV5r Patrice Brend'amour's Picks: Western Digital 16TB WD Gold Enterprise Class Internal Hard Drive  https://amzn.to/47euULD Nanoleaf Essentials Matter Bluetooth & Thread Smart LED Lightstrip 200" Smarter Kit (5m) - RGB & Whites, Controller, App & Voice Control (Works with Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings) https://amzn.to/3sAOrqj Chuck Joiner's Picks: Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller, 32 macro keys, trigger actions in apps and software  https://amzn.to/3SCHtfc Smart Light Bulb, meross Smart WiFi LED Bulbs Compatible with Apple HomeKit, Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant and SmartThings, Dimmable E26 Multicolor 2700K-6500K RGBWW, 900 Lumens 60W Equivalent, 4 Pack  https://amzn.to/3syrWCz Flame King YSNPQ810CGA Propane Torch Weed Burner with Integrated Lighter  https://amzn.to/40WD1dv amFilm Easiest Installation OneTouch for iPhone 15 Pro Max [6.7 Inch] Screen Protector Tempered Glass + Camera Lens Protector, Auto-Alignment Tech, Bubble Free, Case Friendly, Anti-Scratch  https://amzn.to/3MMLk5L amFilm (2 Pack for iPad Pro 12.9 (2022, 2021, 2020, 2018) Glass Screen Protector for iPad Pro 12.9 inch, Tempered Glass, Ultra Sensitive, Face ID and Apple Pencil Compatible  https://amzn.to/3ug7U0a Guests: Patrice Brend'amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects. Everything she does can be linked to from The Patrice, You can follow her on Twitter, and engage with her on the podcast, Foodie Flashback. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. Brett Terpstra is a coder, writer and web developer. He works behind the scenes at blogs including Engadget, Joystiq and The Unofficial Apple Weblog. He also writes for The Unofficial Apple Weblog, and contributes to Macworld. Brett develops Marked for Mac and recently co-authored “60 Mountain Lion Tips” with David Sparks for the iBookstore. He discusses all things “nerd” on his podcasts, Systematic and Overtired.You can find Brett as “ttscoff” on Twitter, and at his website, brettterpstra.com. 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The MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide Panel #3 of Brett Terpstra, Mark Fuccio, and Patrice Brend'amour offer up some unusual picks that range from geeky to practical. (Part 1)  MacVoices Live! This MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our live show on Tuesday nights at 8 PM ET, 5 PM PT, whatever time that is wherever you are. Join in the discussions in the chat on our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/MacVoicesTV and share your opinions on the topics of the hour. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:41 Introduction to MacVoices Gift Guide 0:07:28 Flume Smart Home Water Meter: Monitor and conserve water usage 0:10:53 A House for Sale: $249, No Plumbing or Wires 0:12:53 Choosing the right hard drives for your RAID setup 0:15:20 Considerations when selecting the appropriate drive size and model 0:20:33 Importance of Backing Up Data 0:21:37 The Versatility of the Stream Deck 0:23:57 Stream Deck: A Gateway to Automation 0:28:08 Kasa Smart Mini Plug - A Convenient Home Automation Solution 0:30:19 Samsung USB-C Flash Drive: Fast and Portable Storage 0:32:35 Potential Displacement and Portability Issues 0:33:40 Smart Home Picks: Nanoleaf Essential Light Strips 0:43:43 Compatibility and Software Challenges with Home Automation Links: Brett Terpstra's Picks: ShiftCam SnapGrip - Mobile Battery Grip with Wireless Shutter Button - Magnetic Mount Snaps on to Any Phone - Built in Powerbank with Qi Wireless Charging - Tabletop Dock  https://amzn.to/46pFKgE CapGrip II Smartphone Camera Grip Holder w Remote Control Shutter 1/4" Tripod Mount Phone Clip  https://amzn.to/3T1oyuT Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A, Apple HomeKit Supported, Smart Outlet Works with Siri, Alexa & Google Home, UL Certified, App Control, Scheduling, Timer, 2.4G WiFi Only, 4-Pack  https://amzn.to/3MGQQGH Elgato Stream Deck Pedal – Hands-Free Studio Controller, 3 macro footswitches, trigger actions in apps and software  https://amzn.to/40DCL2J Elgato USB-C Stream Deck +, Audio Mixer, Production Console and Studio Controller for Content Creators, Streaming, Gaming, with Customizable Touch Strip dials and LCD Keys  https://amzn.to/3ug3Nkx Mark Fuccio's Picks: Flume 2 Smart Home Water Monitor & Water Leak Detector: Detect Water Leaks Before They Cause Damage. Monitor Your Water Use to Reduce Waste & Save Money. Installs in Minutes, No Plumbing Required  https://amzn.to/47elUWQ SAMSUNG Type-C™ USB Flash Drive, 256GB, Transfers 4GB Files in 11 Secs w/Up to 400MB/s 3.13 Read Speeds, Compatible w/USB 3.0/2.0, Waterproof  https://amzn.to/3G8JV5r Patrice Brend'amour's Picks: Western Digital 16TB WD Gold Enterprise Class Internal Hard Drive  https://amzn.to/47euULD Nanoleaf Essentials Matter Bluetooth & Thread Smart LED Lightstrip 200" Smarter Kit (5m) - RGB & Whites, Controller, App & Voice Control (Works with Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings)  https://amzn.to/3sAOrqj Chuck Joiner's Picks: Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller, 32 macro keys, trigger actions in apps and software  https://amzn.to/3SCHtfc Smart Light Bulb, meross Smart WiFi LED Bulbs Compatible with Apple HomeKit, Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant and SmartThings, Dimmable E26 Multicolor 2700K-6500K RGBWW, 900 Lumens 60W Equivalent, 4 Pack  https://amzn.to/3syrWCz Flame King YSNPQ810CGA Propane Torch Weed Burner with Integrated Lighter  https://amzn.to/40WD1dv amFilm Easiest Installation OneTouch for iPhone 15 Pro Max [6.7 Inch] Screen Protector Tempered Glass + Camera Lens Protector, Auto-Alignment Tech, Bubble Free, Case Friendly, Anti-Scratch  https://amzn.to/3MMLk5L amFilm (2 Pack for iPad Pro 12.9 (2022, 2021, 2020, 2018) Glass Screen Protector for iPad Pro 12.9 inch, Tempered Glass, Ultra Sensitive, Face ID and Apple Pencil Compatible  https://amzn.to/3ug7U0a Guests: Patrice Brend'amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects. Everything she does can be linked to from The Patrice, You can follow her on Twitter, and engage with her on the podcast, Foodie Flashback. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. Brett Terpstra is a coder, writer and web developer. He works behind the scenes at blogs including Engadget, Joystiq and The Unofficial Apple Weblog. He also writes for The Unofficial Apple Weblog, and contributes to Macworld. Brett develops Marked for Mac and recently co-authored “60 Mountain Lion Tips” with David Sparks for the iBookstore. He discusses all things “nerd” on his podcasts, Systematic and Overtired.You can find Brett as “ttscoff” on Twitter, and at his website, brettterpstra.com. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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Black Friday and Cyber Monday smart home deals are everywhere, but how do you know which ones are the best?  We're here for you!  In this episode, we preview just a few of the literally hundreds of Apple Home and smart home offers to be had during this annual shopping extravaganza!

Matter 1.2 Brings BIG Things to HomeKit Plus More Apple Home News!I've largely been sleeping on Matter because Matter was kind of sleeping on Apple Home, at least until now.  The 1.2 update update brings some well overdue and long-awaited device categories to HomeKit and we discuss them, as well as some other goings-on in the world of the Apple smart home.

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 ThreadsStephen on MastodonEmail us hereHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showAqara Camera E1 Launches in China, International Release to Follow - Homekit News and ReviewsLevel Adds WiFi Models To Smart Lock Range - Homekit News and ReviewsAirTag 2 rumored to arrive in early 2025Hydro Flask TrackerLipro Releases First HomeKit Enabled Ceiling Lights - Homekit News and ReviewsNew Yeelight 'Beam' Light Bar with Matter Available to Preorder - Homekit News and ReviewsTapo C125 | AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera | TP-LinkTC73 | Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera | TapoSmart Doorbell Camera (wired) | ecobeeTimePorter Watch Band Wall MountOwl Home - An all-in-one Apple Home, Hey Google and iFTTT smoke alarmSwitchBot S10. A 100% automated floor cleaning robot. by Wonder Tech Lab — KickstarterAirversa Humidifiers for Home Bedroom Large Room Smart Works with Apple Home over

On today's episode, we discuss the Sonos Move 2's enhanced features, Midea's Matter-connected dishwasher at IFA 2023 that points to new devices in Matter 1.2, the new Lutron Pico Paddle White Smart Remote, 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@stephenrobles on Twitter@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:Fast Growing Trees: Get trees and other plant varieties that thrive where YOU live! Get 15% OFF through October 15 when you visit: FastGrowingTrees.com/homekitZocdoc: 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 ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showSonos Move 2 announced with better battery and stereo supportNew Tapo/TP-Link HomeKit Cameras Due? - Homekit News and ReviewsSensibo Blaze Smart TRV unveiled at IFA - Homekit News and ReviewsDolby Atmos FlexConnect - DolbyMidea Showcases the World's First Matter-Connected Dishwasher at IFA 2023Every device that works with Matter (July 2023) - The VergeHome app - Accessories - AppleAmazon Matter SpecLutron Pico Paddle Remote for Caseta White Smart Remote Control at Lowes.commophie Unveils Exciting Qi2 Technology Roadmap at IFAAqara Smart Lock U100Subscribe 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

Jeff Butts, Managing Editor at The Mac Observer joins us. We ponder why Signify would want to get into the security game (and why consumers would want them to), discuss some updates on previously reported news, and dive into a discussion about the current state of HomeKit. New architectures, Shortcuts, and Matter…and what's with this Works with Apple Home thing? It's all getting kind of messy. The post Home: On #157 – Pondering HomeKit with Jeff Butts from The Mac Observer appeared first on The Digital Media Zone.

Your host reviews the Thread-enabled SmartWings shades, Switchbot lock adds Apple Home support through Matter, home scenes for when you're away, and we answer 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@stephenrobles on Twitter@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:ExpressVPN: Protect your online activity TODAY with the VPN rated #1 by Business Insider. Get an extra 3 months FREE when you visit: expressvpn.com/hkiHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showNature Remo Nano IR Blaster Now Matter Compatible – Homekit News and ReviewsMatter Update Adds Support For Switchbot Lock – Homekit News and ReviewsSmartWings: Custom Smart Motorized Shades and BlindsSubscribe 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

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.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@stephenrobles on TwitterStephen on MastodonEmail us hereSponsored by:HelloFresh: America's #1 Meal Kit! Use the promo code homekit16 for up to 16 FREE meals plus FREE shipping when you visit: hellofresh.com/homekit16HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showLutron Companion Wall DimmerWiZ smart lights now support Apple Home via MatterAqara FP2 presence sensor review: The only HomeKit occupancy sensorAqara G4 Video Doorbell review: performance, specs, costSubscribe 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

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