HomeKit Insider
AppleInsider
1 Creator
1 Creator
All episodes
Best episodes
Top 10 HomeKit Insider Episodes
Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best HomeKit Insider episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to HomeKit Insider for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite HomeKit Insider episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
02/19/24 • 56 min
This week on HomeKit Insider we once again dive into the world of smart home displays with the latest rumors that may point to an earlier launch. We also talk about a new Find My-enabled tracker, LG's hotel TV plans, and go hands on with the Journey Loc8 MagSafe wallet and passport holder.
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:
Sponsored by:
- Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekit
- ExpressVPN: Get an extra 3 months on your subscription by visiting ExpressVPN.com/hki
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
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.
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
01/22/24 • 49 min
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, your host is joined by Sujata Neidig and Jonathan Hui from the Thread Group to discuss changes to the emerging connectivity standard, the end of HomeKit routers, and
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:
Sponsored by:
- Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekit
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
- UpFiner Find My case
- Satechi Qi2 chargers
- GE Cync lineup
- Nanoleaf String Lights
- KEF LSX II LT
- Buy KEF LSX II LT
- Find My limit increased
- MagSafe prototype
- Thread Group website
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.
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
01/15/24 • 47 min
This massive roundup episode of HomeKit Insider breaks down all of the new devices launching out of CES 2024 including Matter robots, lots of door locks, and much more!
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:
Sponsored by:
- Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!
- Nom Nom: Go Right Now for 50% off your no-risk two week trial at TryNom.com/HOMEKIT
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
- Smart home roundup from CES video
- CES Unveiled roundup text
- CES Unveiled video
- Gear for Apple users video
- CES Showstoppers Roundup video
- CES Pepcom roundup video
- Samsung and Tesla
- Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
- Wi-Fi 7 finalized
- Lockly Visage
- Aqara U300, M3 hub, & Thread plug
- Scosche Qi2
- Chipolo Find My card
- Mophie Qi2
- Mui Board 2
- Govee Matter gear
- Hyper Qi2
- Inovelli
- Aukey Qi2
- Ecovacs X2 Combo
- TP-Link Tapo Smart Lock
- Nanoleaf
- Anker Qi2
- ESR
- Mila air purifier
- Alogic Matrix Ultimate
- Zens Qi2
Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple...
11/15/21 • 56 min
Honeywell adds HomeKit support to its T9 thermostat, ecobee offers home security, Nuki lock 3.0 lineup announced, Targus announces a backpack with Find My, we compare the BlueDriver and Nonda OBD car monitors, and answer listener questions.
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at @andrew_osu and @stephenrobles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "HomeKit Insider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts.
Sponsored by:
- BetterHelp: You deserve to be happy. Get 10% your first month of online counseling by visiting: betterhelp.com/homekit
- SimpliSafe Security: Get 50% OFF your first home security system and your first month of interactive monitoring FREE at: simplisafe.com/homekit
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
- Honeywell Home T9 smart thermostat gets HomeKit support
- Smart Security | ecobee
- First Aqara Branded Ceiling Light Released in China
- Aqara Issue Limited Edition G3 ‘Mars’ Camera Hub
- Nuki Lock 3.0, 3.0 Pro Lineup And More Announced
- Targus Backpack Equipped with Find MyTM Technology
- elago R5 Locator Case Compatible with 2021 Apple TV Siri Remote
- Fit Designed for 2021 Apple TV Siri Remote
- BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBDII Scan Tool
- Nonda Vehicle Health Monitor
- Jot | For those who take their coffee easy
- Cometeer - Earth’s First Hyper Fresh Coffee
- FYRTUR Blackout roller blind, wireless - IKEA
- Govee Hygrometer Thermometer
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.
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
05/16/22 • 43 min
Aqara updates their D100 lock with HomeKey, Sonos officially launches Ray soundbar, update on 3-way HomeKit dimmers, and guest Shane Whatley shares some of his unique HomeKit products and automations.
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at @andrew_osu and @stephenrobles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "HomeKit Insider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts.
Sponsored by:
- Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!
- Nebia by Moen: 🚿 Save 10% off Nebia products when using the promo code: HomeKit. Visit nebia.com/homekit to learn more.
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Leviton Decora Companion Switches
- DD00R-DLZ - Decora Matching Dimmer/Fan Companion – use for 3 or 4 way dimming applications
- DD0SR-DLZ - Decora Matching Switch Companion (with Status LED) – use for 3 or 4 way switch applications
- DD0SR-1LZ - Decora Coordinating Switch Companion (no Status LED) – use for 3 or 4 way for switch applications
Links from the show
- Shane on YouTube
- Shane on Instagram
- Philips Hue App Gets Demo Mode, New Scenes
- Aqara Release Second HomeKey Compatible Smart Lock
- Sonos launches new budget Ray soundbar, Roam in new colors
- How to Install a Decora 3-Way Switch/Dimmer
- SOMA Tilt 2 - Smart Motor for Venetian Blinds Slats
- Zemismart Smart Home
- VOCOlinc SmartGlow Light LS3
- EcoNet Bulldog Valve Robot
- Thinka | HomeKit bridge for Z-Wave
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.
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
05/23/22 • 47 min
iOS 15.5 brings HomePod Wi-Fi strength meter, Sonos mini sub leaked, we review ecobee's new premium and essential thermostats, Eve launches its outdoor floodlight camera, and we cover Pebblebee location item trackers.
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at @andrew_osu and @stephenrobles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "HomeKit Insider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts.
Sponsored by:
- Kolide: Send your employees automated Slack messages with security and privacy recommendations! Get a FREE Kolide Gift Bundle after trial activation when you visit: kolide.com/homekit
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
- Aqara Unveil Xingyao Smart Lock with Built-in Camera
- HomeKit mmWave Presence Sensor Unveiled by LifeSmart
- Eve Outdoor Cam
- Netatmo Floodlight Camera
- Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium review: The best HomeKit thermostat gets better
- ecobee smart thermostats
- Pebblebee Clip
- Pebblebee Card
- Smart Vents | Flair
- HomeDevices app
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.
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
12/05/22 • 51 min
Home+ 6 app is updated with Home and Lock Screen widgets, we review the Aqara T1 Pro Cube controller, Eufy cameras discovered to be sending footage to the cloud without user knowledge, mini product review roundup, and the smart home gadgets that impress non-techy people.
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at @andrew_osu and @stephenrobles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "HomeKit Insider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts.
Sponsored by:
- MasterClass: Buy one annual membership to MasterClass and get one FREE when you visit: masterclass.com/homekit
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
- Home+ 6 App Update
- Meross Matter Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini
- Hubitat Elevation
- Aqara's new Cube T1 Pro adds support for HomeKit
- Eufy Camera Tweet
- Eufy cameras upload content to the cloud without owners knowledge
- Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Kettle
- Snap Stand Power Set (MagSafe Compatible)
- balolo Real Wood Tripod for HomePod Mini
- Sanus Outlet Shelf
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.
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
04/10/23 • 35 min
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.
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:
- @andrew_osu on Twitter
- @stephenrobles on Twitter
- Stephen on Mastodon
- Email us here
Sponsored by:
- Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!
- Kolide: Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. Plus, it’s Zero Trust, tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today when you visit: kolide.com/homekit
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
- Aqara Video Doorbell G4 Receives Fixes Via Update – Homekit News and Reviews
- Roborock S8 Pro Ultra video hands on - cost, price, performance
- Samsung lineup of OLED and Neo QLED TVs is now available
- Apple's 'Find My' will help you find a lost Ember Travel Mug 2+
- Eve Aqua (3rd-gen) review
- SwitchBot unveils smart home Hub 2 with Matter support
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.
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
04/22/24 • 38 min
This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands on with several new products including the Nanoleaf String Lights, Mophie's Qi2 3-in-1 charger, and Govee's two new Floor Lamps. There's also news around Home Assistant, Casetify, & two new air purifiers.
Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:
Sponsored by:
- Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekit
- ExpressVPN: Get an extra 3 months on your subscription by visiting ExpressVPN.com/hki
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
- Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
- Nanoleaf string lights
- SmartMi Air Purifier E1
- WeLov air purifier with Matter
- Govee Floor Lamp 2
- Govee Floor Lamp Pro
- Casetify Qi2 car charger
- Mophie Qi2 charging stand
- How to use emulators on iPhone -- Video
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
04/01/24 • 39 min
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:
Sponsored by:
- Factor: Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and save 50% off your first box with promo code homekit50 when you visit: factormeals.com/homekit50
HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel
- Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the show
- Qi2 comes to iPhone 12
- Mophie Qi2 Vent charger
- Mophie Qi2 charging stand
- Mophie Qi2 battery pack
- Peak Design wallet
- Belkin Qi2 battery pack
- Ascender stair-climbing robot
- Robin Pro Line doorbell
- TP-Link Kasa review
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.
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]
Show more best episodes
Show more best episodes
FAQ
How many episodes does HomeKit Insider have?
HomeKit Insider currently has 229 episodes available.
What topics does HomeKit Insider cover?
The podcast is about Smart, Light, Apple, Home, How To, Podcasts, Technology, Education and Alexa.
What is the most popular episode on HomeKit Insider?
The episode title 'Apple TV 4K, Siri Remote, Wemo Stage, and MistFlow Humidifier' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on HomeKit Insider?
The average episode length on HomeKit Insider is 44 minutes.
How often are episodes of HomeKit Insider released?
Episodes of HomeKit Insider are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of HomeKit Insider?
The first episode of HomeKit Insider was released on May 28, 2020.
Show more FAQ
Show more FAQ