Andrew O'Hara
Appears in 233 Episodes
Nest Learning Thermostat 4 Review, Chromecast in Hotels, & More
This week on HomeKit Insider, your hosts talks about a recent hotel stay and the abysmal Chromecast experience, answers a few listener questions on 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and r...
Nanoleaf Expo Display Box, SmartMi E1, & Apple's Robotic iPad
This week on HomeKit Insider, we talk about the new Nanoleaf Expo display boxes, Apple's robotic iPad plans, the continued struggles for the Sonos app, and go hands-on...
Google's Smart Home Tech, Sonos Product Delays, & the Aqara FP1E Presence Sensor Launches
This week on HomeKit Insider, Shane Whatley joins to discuss a big week in smart home news following the Google event. We cover the new Google TV streaming box and the...
Brian Tong Joins to Talk Smart Home News & Apple Intelligence
This week on HomeKit Insider, Brian Tong joins to talk through the smart home news for the week, including Logitech's uncertain future in the HomeKit, a new Thread-ena...
Leaked Nest Thermostat, D-Link Omna EOL, Roomba Adds Matter, & Listener Questions
This week on HomeKit Insider we cover the latest smart home news including the leaked Nest Learning Thermostat Gen 4 and its new wireless sensors, some Deadpool MagSaf...
Hands on with tvOS 18 Public Beta, MagSafe Travel Chargers, New HomePod, & More Smart Home News
This week on HomeKit Insider, we go hands-on with the first public beta of tvOS 18 and walk through all the big changes. We also touch on the news for the week includi...
WWDC Apple Home News
This week on HomeKit Insider, we walk through all the news announced at WWDC as it pertains to Apple Home. We're seeing support for more Matter accessories, app change...
Nomad CEO Noah Dentzel Joins to Talk Apple Find My & Qi2/MagSafe
This week on HomeKit Insider, Nomad CEO & co-founder Noah Dentzel joins to chat about Apple Find My trackers & developing Qi2/MagSafe chargers. We also go through the ...
Interview with Ecobee CEO Greg Fyke, New Sonos Devices, & More
This week on HomeKit Insider, Ecobee CEO Greg Fyke joins your host to break down the future of the smart home including Matter adoption, and new product categories, am...
Denon Adds Siri, Aqara M3 Launches, & Hands on with Pitaka Qi2 Car Charger and Apple Pencil Pro
This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the new Pitaka Qi2 car charger with built-in NFC and talk about the Apple Pencil Pro's smart home features. Otherwise,...
Satechi Qi2 Stand Hands-On, Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra, & the Status of Matter 1.2
This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the new Satechi Qi2 2-in-1 folding travel stand, walk through some new smart home devices, update you on the news for ...
Moss Air Humidifier, Sonos Update, Matter Devices, & More!
This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the Moss Air humidifier and purifier, look at a pair of new Matter devices, talk through a couple of updates, and disc...
Two New Air Purifiers, Nanoleaf String Lights, Govee Floor Lamps, & More Qi2
This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands on with several new products including the Nanoleaf String Lights, Mophie's Qi2 3-in-1 charger, and Govee's two new Floor Lamp...
New Hue Lights, Qi2 Devices, & Vision Pro Home Potential
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, we talk about the potential HomeKit uses for Apple's Vision Pro, ADT's upcoming security system, and go hands-on with several new Q...
Thread Group Stops By, More CES Releases, & HomeKit Routers End
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, your host is joined by Sujata Neidig and Jonathan Hui from the Thread Group to discuss changes to the emerging connectivity standar...
CES 2024 Roundup Episode: Door Locks, Sensors, Matter, & More!
This massive roundup episode of HomeKit Insider breaks down all of the new devices launching out of CES 2024 including Matter robots, lots of door locks, and much more...
New Version of Thread, CES Releases Begin, & Your Questions -- Answered!
This episode of HomeKit Insider lands just before the start of CES 2024. We have a few Apple Home-related announcements including a welcomed new version of Thread. We ...
CES Preview, Qi2 Chargers, AI Kitchens, & Permanent Outdoor Lights
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, your hosts preview CES 2024 and what we hope to expect before getting into the news for the week. We saw new products from Nomad an...
Eve Matter Devices, Next Gen CarPlay, & ESR MagSafe Chargers
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, Dan Turk from Max Borges Agency drops by to talk about Eve's new devices, the ongoing CarPlay debacle, and more smart home news.Sen...
Smart Sleep Sensor, iOS 17.2 Released, HomeKit Routers, & Hands-on With Nomad Stand
On this episode of HomeKit Insider, Wesley Hilliard drops by as well chat about the release of iOS 17.2, Aqara's new sleep feature, HomeKit routers, and finally conclu...
LOC8 FindMy Wallet, Thread Motion Sensor, & Hands-on with Eve Play
This week we saw the launch of another Thread-enabled motion sensor alongside updates to Eve Motion blinds to bring Matter support and the Amazon Alexa app for iOS and...
MVP HomeKit Devices, New IKEA Sensors, Eve Play Launches, and Tuo Matter Sensor
Lutron's luxurious smart home iPad app, Zemismart's second Homekit Zigbee hub, Too and IKEA launch new sensors, and your hosts list their MVP HomeKit devices!Send us y...
Briiv Pro Air Purifier, Indie HomeKit App Sales, Sonos Headphones in 2024, Lomi Bloom
We highlight some incredible sales on indie HomeKit apps, Sonos is set to release high-end headphones and a set-top box in 2024, Briiv Pro is an AI powered air purifie...
Nuki Lock with Matter Over Thread, Qi2 Coming Soon, Aqara E1 Camera, DEEBOT X2 Review
Nuki launches its Smart Lock Pro with Matter over Thread for the EU, Qi2 wireless charging devices coming soon, Aqara Camera E1 review, SmallRig Filming Rig for iPhone...
Matic Robot Vacuum, MyQ Blocks API, Best HomeKit Light Switches, and Special Guest Mikah Sergent
Chamberlain's MyQ blocks third-party API access including Homebridge, Matic is a new style robot vacuum and mop coming next year, we discuss the best HomeKit light swi...
tvOS 17.2 Redesign, ORVIBO Touchscreen Dimmer with Matter, Mac mini + iPad mini Case
Your hosts explore tvOS 17.2 new Apple TV UI, ORVIBO' smart dimmer with touchscreen controls, Belkin's latest MagSafe duo charger, and a wild Mac mini + iPad mini port...
Matter 1.2 Adds New Devices to HomeKit, HomePod and tvOS 17.1, Touchscreen TV in a Briefcase
Matter 1.2 brings HomeKit support to robot vacuums, fridges, and more, 17.1 update for HomePod and tvOS, and your hosts review the LG StandByMe Go's touchscreen TV in ...
ecobee Doorbell Camera, Level Lock Adds Wi-Fi, and AirTag 2 Rumors
Your hosts discuss Level's new WiFi smart lock models, rumors of AirTag 2 in 2025, and delve into the features of ecobee's wired smart doorbell camera.Send us your Hom...
Meross Smart Fan Switch, Netatmo HomeKit Lock, UGreen Power Station Hands-On
Meross has an innovative fan/light switch combo, Netatmo's debut smart lock without Home Key, Mophie's versatile Magsafe 3-in-1 stand, Green Mini Power Station, and we...
Nanoleaf Christmas Lights, Samsung SmartThings + Matter, Owl Smart Thermostat
Nanoleaf's announces HomeKit Christmas lights, Samsung SmartThings and Matter integration, your hosts explore the Owl Smart Thermostat, and more!Send us your HomeKit q...