HomeKit Insider Podcast
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the information from Google’s particular occasion, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and extra good house information.
This week our visitor host is Shane Whatley. He is a rising YouTuber who focuses on good house content material, significantly Apple House.
The massive information this week although was Google’s media occasion the place it took the wraps off the brand new fourth technology Nest Studying Thermostat and the Google TV streaming field.
This would be the first Nest studying thermostat to work with Apple House due to Matter and the streaming field represents a discontinuation of the Chromecast line.
Additionally within the information is the Sonos earnings name the place the CEO reaffirmed the corporate’s dedication to bettering their cellular app. It has since continued to get new options and bug fixes roughly each two weeks.
Nonetheless, due to this, they’ve needed to delay two main new merchandise that had been set for This autumn 2024. These had been more than likely the rumored Arc 2 soundbar and Apple TV competitor.
Within the meantime, Govee has launched a brand new Matter-enabled desk lamp just lately. It has a domed prime, much like a colourful cloche.
It connects over Wi-Fi and works with Apple House by the use of Matter. It helps a number of colours and might even present photographs within the center when used with the Govee app.
Additionally this week, Aqara introduced the highly-anticipated FP1E to the US market, its new, extra reasonably priced presence sensor. It nonetheless requires an Aqara hub but it surely’s extra reasonably priced than the FP2.
Presence sensors are extra correct than movement sensors and can be utilized to automate equipment like lights. We do a fast hands-on evaluation throughout the episode.
We wrap the episode by speaking in regards to the WeLove air air purifier. That is the very first air purifier to work with Matter, however represents a problem when used with Apple House.
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