Apple-backed Aliro aims to be the Matter of smart locks for the whole industry

All smart locks from any manufacturer should work to the same standard, says a new venture from the Connectivity Standards Alliance, Apple, and hundreds of other technology firms.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 2

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New iOS 17.2 updates, more Matter devices, & a smart wallet on HomeKit Insider

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 0

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

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 0

Matter 1.2 finally adds robot vacuums & fridges to HomeKit

After months with nothing from Matter's regulatory body, the home automation spec has been updated to 1.2, bringing compatibility with nine new accessory types including robot vacuum cleaners and appliances.

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 3

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MyQ garage door, Meross Christmas lights, & MagSafe chargers on the HomeKit Insider podcast

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 3

Nanoleaf expands Matter-capable Essentials lineup with new bulbs

On Thursday, Nanoleaf expanded its Essentials portfolio with the addition of two new bulbs, as well as a portable lamp designed in conjunction with Umbra.

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 1

Samsung SmartThings, Nanoleaf holiday lights, and smart smoke detector on HomeKit Insider

On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, your hosts discuss Samsung's SmartThings improvements, the Owl smoke detector, and an impressive home garden.

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 0

If you want to spend $150 per strand on smart Christmas lights, Nanoleaf has a solution

Just in time to prep for Christmas, Nanoleaf has rolled out Matter Smart Holiday String Lights, featuring 250 LEDs per strand, and an extensive color range for holiday decorating.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 6

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iPhone 15 with Thread, Home Key smart lock, & more on the HomeKit Insider podcast

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 0

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Hue gets Matter, Sonos Move 2, and more on the HomeKit Insider podcast

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 0

Philips Hue adds Matter support to existing bridges

The delayed addition of Matter to the Philips Hue range of smart home products is reportedly now live in an update available to the company's bridge devices.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 1

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iPhone 15 ships soon, iOS 17, MagSafe accessories on the HomeKit Insider podcast

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 0

New iOS 17 feature will help users rely more on renewable energy

A new feature has surfaced in iOS 17 that is designed to help promote clean energy use based on a user's location.

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 2

Podcast

Sonos Move 2, Matter 1.2, and more Qi2 devices on the HomeKit Insider Podcast

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 1

Podcast

All the smart home news from a bumper IFA Berlin trade show on the HomeKit Insider podcast

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 1

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