New Linksys Velop, Adaptive Lighting for Eve, and Vivint with Homebridge

New Wemo Plug, Updated Eve Aqua Features and Intro to Homebridge: Wemo launches a new, smaller smart plug, one of our listeners builds a HomeKit compatible trip wire, Eve updates its app and brings forecast triggers to Eve Aqua, and Stephen gets started with Homebridge. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendation by HomeKit Insider

32 min listen

Eufy 2K Indoor Cam, HomeKit Wi-Fi vs Bluetooth and Listener Questions: We have a Eufy 2K Indoor Cam on-hand and discuss the setup, including the HomeKit firmware update. Andrew discovers a Wi-Fi vs. Bluetooth connectivity issue with August’s latest smart lock, and we give away a second Eve Cam! Send us your HomeKit question by HomeKit Insider

32 min listen

Eve Cam Launches, Philips Hue Project and Arlo HomeKit Integration: Eve Cam is out for preorder, Eufy delays their HomeKit camera, 1Home integrates the legacy KNX home accessories, Stephen reviews his first experience with Phillips Hue, and we have listener questions about Arlo HomeKit integration. This episode is sponso by HomeKit Insider

32 min listen

Yale Smart Delivery Box, Switchbot, Hue Lightstrip and AI studio update: Yale launches their HomeKit Smart Delivery Box, small changes come to iOS 14.2, Stephen describes his Switchbot experience, Andrew has the Hue gradient lightstrip, we get an update on the AppleInsider studio and we answer listener questions. Send us your by HomeKit Insider

42 min listen

Linksys Brings HomeKit to Velop Routers and Interview with Matthew Keasler: After some follow-up on Lutron blinds and HomeKit, we cover the meross HomeKit power strip, Senic outdoor Hue switch, Netatmo HomeKit doorbell camera, and Linksys updates its tri-band Velop router to include HomeKit. Then we interview special guest Matth by HomeKit Insider

43 min listen

HomeKit Video Tips, HomePass App, and WWDC Follow-Up: After some follow up with Aqara light switches, Logitech Circle View tips, and a look at the HomePass app, our hosts discuss a hands-on with new iOS 14 and HomeKit Secure Video features. Listener questions include the iDevices brand and the best options by HomeKit Insider

31 min listen

Level Lock Review, Hue HDMI Sync Box, and Adding HomeKit to the Logitech Harmony Hub: Join us for the latest HomeKit news and latest releases, Stephen describes his recent project of connecting a Logitech Harmony Hub to HomeKit, and Andrew compares the new Level Lock to August. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the h by HomeKit Insider

35 min listen

HomePod mini review, Yale cabinet lock, and SwitchBot Giveaway: Our HomePod minis are in hand and we review everything, from setup and sound quality, to the U1 chip and HomeKit features. We discuss the Yale cabinet lock, IntelliDash+ brings CarPlay without installation, and we have a SwitchBot giveaway! Send us your by HomeKit Insider

41 min listen

Lutron Aurora, Home+ 4 App, and Hue vs. Trådfri Smart Lights: We learn how to pronounce Aqara, review the Lutron Aurora, Home+ 4 app, and compare the Philips Hue ecosystem to IKEA’s Trådfri smart lights. Note: The next episode of HomeKit Insider will be on June 24th instead of June 22nd. Apple's developer conferenc by HomeKit Insider

45 min listen

Arlo Wireless Doorbell Cam, ‘Time Flies Event’, and Project Updates: Our hosts discuss the announcements from Apple’s ‘Time Flies’ event, iOS 14 updates, Andrew’s studio updates, Stephen’s outdoor camera project, and we answer listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekiti by HomeKit Insider

31 min listen

New Aqara Switch, What Is ‘Thread’, and User Questions: This week saw Aqara release a new rotary dimmer switch and Stephen picked up the Meross power strip to test. Andrew spends some time explaining how HomeKit Adaptive Lighting works using the Eve Light Strip which automatically adjusts the color temperature by HomeKit Insider

36 min listen

Aqara G2H Cam, Playing Video Files on Apple TV, and More: LG backpedals on its backpedal over HomeKit, August and Hue announce a new integration, meross launches a new smart garage door sensor, we review the Aqaba G2H HomeKit secure video camera, we answer listener questions about ripping Blu-Rays and playing on by HomeKit Insider

41 min listen

WWDC 2020 HomeKit Special: Vocolinc has new contact sensors available, eero HomeKit-enabled routers now available in Apple Stores, the Eve Cam is back in stock, and a new smart light strip from LifeSmart is now on Amazon! We answer listener questions including motion-enabled close by HomeKit Insider

39 min listen

Logitech View and Brilliant Review, Aqara Light Switch Project: Welcome to a new show from AppleInsider: HomeKit Insider! Tune in every week for the latest HomeKit products, reviews, tips and tutorials, and hear about our latest HomeKit projects. This week we review the Brilliant smart home panel, Logitech View HomeKi by HomeKit Insider

40 min listen

Special Interview with Molekule CEO Jaya Rao: Logitech released its first HomeKit Secure Video doorbell, the Circle View and we have a special interview with Molekule Co-Founder and CEO, Jaya Rao. We discuss the negative review from The Wirecutter given at their launch, and what sets Molekule apart f by HomeKit Insider

37 min listen

HomePod mini, Intercom features, and New Nanoleaf Shapes: Our hosts go through some of the announcements from Apple’s iPhone event, including MagSafe and what they pre-ordered. Then go in-depth on the HomePod mini, the new Intercom feature, Nanoleaf announcements and we answer listener questions. Send us your H by HomeKit Insider

36 min listen

New Linksys Velop, Adaptive Lighting for Eve, and Vivint with Homebridge: Linksys released a more affordable Wi-Fi 6 router, Eve brings adaptive lighting to its light strip, a Homebridge update includes more Vivint security devices, and we answer listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the h by HomeKit Insider

31 min listen

William Gallagher's HomeKit Home, User Questions, & Eve Cam Winner: Andrew O'Hara and William Gahllager hangout for this extra-long episode while Stephen Robles is away to talk about William's smart home setup, answer some user questions, and reveal the winner of the Eve Cam. Giveaway sponsored by Eve In last week’s epi by HomeKit Insider

60 min listen

HomeKit Holiday Gift Guide, Scenecuts, WeMo Outdoor Plug, and new HSV cameras: Lots of HomeKit news and new products, WeMo outdoor plug, Scenecuts for Mac, turntable and AirPlay update, and our 2020 Holiday gift guide! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at by HomeKit Insider

43 min listen

August Keypad Review, Air Purifier Follow-Up and Listener Questions: We review the August Keypad, VOCOlinc announces their HomeKit smart humidifier, new home apps, and we answer listener questions! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at Andrew O’Ha by HomeKit Insider

43 min listen

Eve Weather, New HomeKit Apps and Eve’s Tim Böth: Elgato releases a new light strip, Arlo launches a new indoor camera, new HomeKit apps for iOS and Mac, and Eve Brand manager Tim Böth join us again for the launch of Eve Weather. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homeki by HomeKit Insider

43 min listen

Eufy Smart Drop, Level Lock Touch, and HomeKit App Updates: Eufy announces a Kickstarter for its new outdoor delivery protection safe, Level Lock releases its touch-sensitive lock, Yardian has a HomeKit enabled sprinkler controller, we cover recent updates to HomeKit apps, and we answer listener questions! Send u by HomeKit Insider

42 min listen

Sonos Roam Review, ecobee Cam on Sale, HomePaper Launches, and Listener Questions: Andrew reviews the Sonos Roam portable speaker with AirPlay 2, ecobee’s indoor HomeKit Secure Video camera is on sale, HomePaper launches to the public, and we answer listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag by HomeKit Insider

42 min listen

New Arlo Cameras, Switchbot Hub Mini, Aqara Water Leak Sensor Alert and Listener Questions: Arlo releases new wireless cameras, Vizio launches new HomeKit-enabled TVs, we test the Switchbot Hub Mini, Stephen has a real-life water leak story, Andrew reviews the Hue Gradient Lightstrip and we answer listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questi by HomeKit Insider

38 min listen

2020 HomeKit Picks of the Year: Leaked products from Hue, Netatmo Doorbell launches in the US, we answers a listener question and our hosts list their top HomeKit picks from 2020! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our h by HomeKit Insider

37 min listen

Nanoleaf Bulbs, Sonos Roam, Abode Camera and Listener Questions: We discuss Nanoleaf bulbs and announce that next week their CEO will join us on the podcast! Sonos Roam officially launches, Abode releases an inexpensive outdoor camera, Andrew discusses his experience producing video on the M1 MacBook Air and we answer by HomeKit Insider

38 min listen

Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Cam, Yobi 3 Doorbell, and Wemo Mini Plug Review: Aqara backtracks on HomeKit-only support, Arlo Pro 3 floodlight camera gets HomeKit support, Yobi B3 is a new HomeKit doorbell camera with no video recording, Andrew reviews the new Wemo mini smart plug, and we go through listener questions. Send us your by HomeKit Insider

40 min listen

New Level Lock products, AirPlay comes to Roku, and Nanoleaf Essentials review: Tons of HomeKit news this week with product releases from QingPing, Aqara, and Level Lock. Thread comes to Eve and Nanoleaf products, Andrew reviews the new Nanoleaf Essentials line, and we answer listener questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and re by HomeKit Insider

39 min listen

Eve Cam, August Wi-Fi and VOCOlinc Reviews Plus New Product Announcements: EufyCam sends a firmware update to add HomeKit Secure Video, Wink makes its subscription mandatory, Arlo 2 launches, plus we have official reviews of the Eve Cam, August Wi-Fi smart lock, and VOCOlinc contact sensor! Send us your HomeKit questions and re by HomeKit Insider

35 min listen

LIFX Clean, New Philips Hue Products, Yale Cabinet Lock and more: LIFX launches a new antibacterial smart bulb, Yale announces pricing and availability for their door and cabinet locks, LG back pedals on HomeKit for pre-2019 TV’s, Hue launches new products, Stephen broke his Logitech Circle View, and we answer listener by HomeKit Insider

44 min listen

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New Linksys Velop, Adaptive Lighting for Eve, and Vivint with Homebridge

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