Smart chicken coops, iOS 17.1, and suitcase TVs on HomeKit Insider

HomeKit Insider

Last week, the CSA released version 1.2 of the Matter spec. This new update adds loads of new devices to Apple Home, including robotic vacuum cleaners, washing machines, and more.

We still have to wait for both devices manufacturers and Apple to add support, but once this do, we'll see many more devices compatible with Apple's smart home platform.

Apple also released iOS 17.1 this week, notably bringing Home Key support to Matter locks and fixing an issue on Apple Watch that prevented climate sensors from showing in the Home app.

Thanks to a listener, we looked at a smart chicken coop that incorporates sensors, an automatic door, and security cameras in this small coop the size of a parking space.

Then we went hands-on with the LG StandByMe Go, a 27-inch TV that fits inside of a suitcase. This TV works with HomeKit and AirPlay.

Links from the show

• Hands on with all the new features in iOS 17.1
• Apple Silicon M3 Macs expected at 'Scary Fast' Apple event
• Aqara Announce PRO version of Z1 Smart Switches - Homekit News and Reviews
• The Smart Coop
• Matter 1.2 finally adds robot vacuums and fridges to HomeKit
• StanbyME Go Briefcase Design Touch Screen | LG USA

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]

Keep up with everything Apple in the weekly AppleInsider Podcast — and get a fast news update from AppleInsider Daily. Just say, "Hey, Siri," to your HomePod mini and ask for these podcasts, and our latest HomeKit Insider episode too. If you want an ad-free main AppleInsider Podcast experience, you can support the AppleInsider podcast by subscribing for $5 per month through Apple's Podcasts app, or via Patreon if you prefer any other podcast player.