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 standard, the end of HomeKit routers, and  Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by: Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitHomeKit Insider YouTube Channel Subscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe. 
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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 discuss Satechi's new Qi2 chargers. Plus, I tease an upcoming guest on the podcast! Stay tuned to find out who and how to submit your questions.  Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitFast-Growing-Trees.com: Use code HOMEKIT at checkout for an additional 15 percent off at https://www.fast-growing-trees.com/HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showSonos app updateMeross presence sensorNanoleaf light strip videoSatechi Qi2 chargerMoss Air humidifier Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Moss Air Humidifier, Sonos Update, Matter Devices, & More!

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 Lamps. There's also news around Home Assistant, Casetify, & two new air purifiers. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitExpressVPN: Get an extra 3 months on your subscription by visiting ExpressVPN.com/hkiHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the showNanoleaf string lightsSmartMi Air Purifier E1WeLov air purifier with MatterGovee Floor Lamp 2Govee Floor Lamp ProCasetify Qi2 car chargerMophie Qi2 charging standHow to use emulators on iPhone -- VideoThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Two New Air Purifiers, Nanoleaf String Lights, Govee Floor Lamps, & More Qi2

This week on HomeKit Insider, we dive into the new Google My Devices network and how Apple's smart discovery program could improve, we talk about the new Aqara motion sensor, Fellow's new smart coffee machine -- Aiden, and look at more Qi2 devices. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/hki and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showVintage Apple devices YT videoAqara P2 motion sensorGoogle Find My Devices launch ESR Qi2 Car ChargerESR Qi2 3-in-1Mophie Qi2 3-in-1Fellow Aiden coffee machineAiden introductory videoThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Aqara P2 Motion Sensor, Google Find My, More Qi2, & A Smart Coffee Machine from Fellow

This week on HomeKit Insider, we go into four new robot vacuum cleaners from eufy, iRobot, and Roborock. We also go hands-on with a new Qi2 car charger, and discuss LifX's new ultra-bright bulbs. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitExpressVPN: Get an extra 3 months on your subscription by visiting ExpressVPN.com/hkiHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.
Links from the showNew LifX bulbsPhilips Hue appRoomba launches new modelseufy S1 Pro Kickstartereufy S1 Pro video hands-onRoborock S8 MaxV Ultra preorderMophie Qi2 Vent chargerMophie Qi2 charging standMophie Qi2 battery packThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Lots of New Robovacs, Bright LifX Bulbs, & Mophie Qi2 Car Charger

This week on HomeKit Insider, your host highlights several new Qi2 devices, including the iPhone 12, go in-depth on the Ascender stair-climbing robotic vacuum cleaner with Matter, and review two TP-Link cameras. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Factor: Get America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit and save 50% off your first box with promo code homekit50 when you visit: factormeals.com/homekit50 HomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showQi2 comes to iPhone 12Mophie Qi2 Vent chargerMophie Qi2 charging standMophie Qi2 battery packPeak Design walletBelkin Qi2 battery packAscender stair-climbing robotRobin Pro Line doorbellTP-Link Kasa reviewSubscribe 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: andrew@appleinsider.com

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