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Learn about the latest HomeKit devices, news, reviews, and more on HomeKit Insider. Our hosts Andrew O'Hara and Stephen Robles discuss how-to's, automations, integrating Siri Shortcuts, and review their recent HomeKit projects.

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Recent Hosts, Guests & Topics

Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on HomeKit Insider.

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Andrew O'Hara Stephen Robles

Previous Guests

Dan Turk

Dan Turk is a guest on the episode, but the provided information does not include a detailed biography. Based on external knowledge, Dan Turk is a technology enthusiast and smart home expert who often discusses smart home devices and automation, contributing to various tech podcasts and reviews.

Daniel Moneta

Daniel Moneta is the Chair of the Matter Marketing and Product Subgroup at the Consumer Technology Association (CSA). He is involved in shaping the marketing and product strategies for the Matter smart home standard, which aims to improve interoperability among smart home devices. Daniel is a recognized expert in the smart home industry, frequently contributing to discussions on smart home technology, standards, and innovation.

Franci Zidar

Franci Zidar is the CEO and co-founder of Bird Buddy, a company focused on creating innovative products for gardening and nature enthusiasts. Under his leadership, Bird Buddy has launched successful campaigns, including their recent Kickstarter for WonderBlocks and Petal, aimed at enhancing the gardening experience through smart technology.

Dan Wroclawski

Dan Wroclawski is a consumer technology expert and a representative from Consumer Reports, a non-profit organization that evaluates and tests a wide range of products, including smart home devices. He has extensive experience in reviewing technology and providing insights on consumer products, helping consumers make informed decisions based on rigorous testing and analysis.

Topics Discussed

HomeKit devices automations Siri Shortcuts Jony Ive OpenAI smart home SwitchBot Hub 3 facial recognition lock Thorbolt X1 Home Key Nanoleaf solar garden lights smart switches Matter 1.4.1 smart home news HomeKit projects homeOS smart garden Bird Buddy Kickstarter campaign WonderBlocks Petal Eufy Omni E28 ESR Find My Wallet Consumer Reports Samsung AI fridges smart home devices

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Subscribers: 4,650

Total Videos: 187

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Location: United States

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HomeKit Insider is the home to all AppleInsider's HomeKit-themed content. Join us for weekly installments of the HomeKit Insider podcast, tips & tutorials, as well as product reviews.

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Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on HomeKit Insider.

0:00 56:21

Hands-On with ThorBolt X1 & Brilliant Gen 2, Plus Maisomage App Developer Interview

June 02, 2025

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, CEO of of Maisomage app for Apple Home & Matter joins to help walk through the news. That includes going hands-on with the ThorBolt X1 Home Key deadbolt & the Brilliant 2nd-gen smart panel.

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Fast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.com
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0:00 1:04:14

Jony Ive + OpenAI in the Smart Home, SwitchBot Hub 3, & Thorbolt X1

May 26, 2025

Andrew O'Hara Stephen Robles

Dan Turk

HomeKit devices automations Siri Shortcuts Jony Ive OpenAI smart home SwitchBot Hub 3 facial recognition lock Thorbolt X1 Home Key Nanoleaf solar garden lights

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, Dan Turk joins to co-host. In the news this week we have the new SwitchBot Hub 3 and facial recognition lock, the Thorbolt X1 deadbolt with Home Key, and Nanoleaf's new remote-controlled solar garden lights. Beyond that, your hosts get deep into the Jony Ive IO acquisition and how it makes sense for tomorrow's smart home.

Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:

Sponsored by:

NordLayer: Get an exclusive offer of up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code homekit-10
Fast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.com
Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekit

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0:00 1:11:18

Brilliant Gen 2, Smart Switches, & Matter 1.4.1 with Guest Daniel Moneta from the CSA

May 19, 2025

Andrew O'Hara Stephen Robles

Daniel Moneta

HomeKit devices smart switches Matter 1.4.1 smart home news HomeKit projects Siri Shortcuts automations

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, Daniel Moneta, Chair of the Matter Marketing and Product Subgroup at the CSA, joins to talk about the latest smart home news, some new smart switches, Govee's new indoor skylight, and the new Matter 1.4.1 update.

Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:

Sponsored by:

NordLayer: Get an exclusive offer of up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code homekit-10
Fast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.com

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0:00 1:01:51

homeOS Overview, Matter 1.4.1, & Smart Garden with Bird Buddy CEO Franci Zidar!

May 12, 2025

Andrew O'Hara Stephen Robles

Franci Zidar

homeOS Matter 1.4.1 smart garden Bird Buddy Kickstarter campaign WonderBlocks Petal

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, Franci Zigar, CEO and co-founder of Bird Buddy, joins to talk about the latest news, rumors for homeOS, and the newest update to Matter. After the news, we talk about the smart garden, Bird Buddy, and its new Kickstarter campaign for WonderBlocks and Petal.

Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:

Sponsored by:

NordLayer: Get an exclusive offer of up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code homekit-10
Fast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.com

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Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.

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Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected]

0:00 59:29

Eufy Omni E28, ESR Find My Wallet, & More with Consumer Reports' Dan Wroclawski

May 05, 2025

Andrew O'Hara Stephen Robles

Dan Wroclawski

Eufy Omni E28 ESR Find My Wallet Consumer Reports Samsung AI fridges smart home devices

In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, Dan Wroclawski from Consumer Reports joins to talk about how the non-profit tests devices, Samsung AI fridges, and the news of the week.

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
Fast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.com

HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel

Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.

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Ratings

Global:

4.8 rating 504 reviews

USA

4.7 ratings 354 reviews

UK

5.0 ratings 62 reviews

Canada

5.0 ratings 49 reviews

Australia

4.9 ratings 26 reviews

New Zealand

4.9 ratings 7 reviews

Ireland

5.0 ratings 4 reviews

Singapore

5.0 ratings 2 reviews

South Africa

0.0 ratings 0 reviews