Helpful home Shortcuts, HomePod mini update, and more on HomeKit Insider

On the first episode in 2021 of the HomeKit Insider podcast, we hit the most recent news ahead of CES 2021, answer some listener questions, and talk about some new home Shortcuts we've been using.

Since last week, HomePod mini was updated to support 18W battery packs and USB-C wall chargers, Eve launched another app update, and we got our hands on the Netatmo HomeKit video doorbell.

Stephen also talks about some recent projects he's been working on and Andrew talks through the install of his Assure Lever Lock on the AppleInsider production studio.

We also spent time discussing various Shortcuts. Stephen uses a few to control his home, including his home theater system. Andrew created a new one that automatically turns on his headboard light whenever his alarm is turned off.

Links from the show

• HomeKit Over Thread With HomePod mini and Eve | evehome.com
• HomePod mini works with 18W power supplies after 14.3 software update
• HomeRun for HomeKit
• HomeKit Insider: Level Lock Review and HomeRun app
• AnyList - The best way to create and share a grocery shopping list.
• Level Bolt | The Invisible Smart Lock
• Wood Headphone Stand - Grovemade
• Wood MagSafe Stand - Grovemade
• Home+ 4 app

Stay tuned for more!

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