How to delete a HomeKit accessory
Sometimes you have to remove a Homekit device from your smart home. Here's how to do it.The Home app allows you to remove devices from a HomeKit network. A smart home can provide many benefits, but over time, it can become a chore. Over the years, yo.....»»
Nanoleaf Expo Display Box, SmartMi E1, & Apple"s Robotic iPad on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastOne of the biggest pieces of news this week was the conf.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Looking to start a smart home on a budget? The TP-Link 4 pack is an easy place to start
If you’re starting from zero on a smart home, it can look daunting and expensive as you consider upgrading all of the rooms in your house. I’ve found that starting with a few smart outlet adaptors is the best (and most economical way) to start, a.....»»
Nest now supports Apple Home, Aqara"s FP1E presence sensor launches, & more on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastThis week our guest host is Shane Whatley. He's a growin.....»»
Apple"s Adaptive Lighting support spreads to Matter smart lights
Matter smart lights will start to work with Apple's Adaptive Lighting feature of the Home app, with Nanoleaf hardware among the first to support it.HomeKit can control smart bulbs.Adaptive Lighting is a HomeKit feature that allows for smart bulbs and.....»»
Tribit StormBox Speaker review: Simple, yet solid summer speaker
The Tribit StormBox Flow is a good Bluetooth speaker option inside and outside the house.Tribit StormBox Flow reviewIt's summer, and the Bluetooth speaker is now a must-have an accessory for any lively group gathering. The Flow is a medium-sized spea.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Aqara releases new FP1E Presence Sensor with Matter and HomeKit support
Presence sensors are very useful tools for smart homes. They allow you to trigger scenes and automate without needing a device in hand or pre-plan for automatic automation timing. Today, is releasing its new FP1E presence sensor. Read on to learn mo.....»»
Google"s new Nest Learning Thermostat works with HomeKit through Matter
Google has announced a sleek fourth version of its Nest Learning Thermostat, alongside a Nest Temperature Sensor, and since they support Matter, both can work with Apple HomeKit.A larger display also comes with options for showing the time as well as.....»»
Apple’s SuperDrive for reading disks seemingly discontinued with no inventory online
Many years ago, when Apple introduced the first MacBook Air, the company also announced an accessory called the Apple USB SuperDrive – which is essentially a CD and DVD player that can be connected to a Mac via USB. Even though CDs are no longer as.....»»
End of an era: Apple"s SuperDrive has finally sold out after 16 years
The 2008 MacBook Air didn't have an optical drive, so Apple sold a separate SuperDrive accessory, which has finally seemingly been discontinued from sale.RIP Apple USB SuperDriveVisit Apple's website, and you'll see the SuperDrive is sold out. That m.....»»
Brian Tong joins HomeKit Insider to talk smarthome, Apple Intelligence & more
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, Brian Tong swings by to talk about the latest news for the week including Apple Intelligence, Logitech's walk-back, and a new affordable presence sensor.HomeKit Insider PodcastBrian Tong is a frequent f.....»»
CleanMyMac X: a Mac caring app to help you boost your Mac’s performance
As you use your Mac every day, it can become sluggish due to the accumulation of cache, preference files, and unused apps that remain on the system. That’s where CleanMyMac X comes in. With CleanMyMac X, Mac users can delete system junk and even re.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: meross smart plug delivers almost everything you’d want in a HomeKit smart plug
Smart plugs are the gateway drug for HomeKit. They’re low-cost and easy to install, and you can get many benefits from them. There are dozens upon dozens of options on where to start, though. The smart plug delivers almost everything you’d want.....»»
Logitech swears it’s not discontinuing its HomeKit camera and doorbell products
In an interview on the Decoder podcast this week, Logitech CEO Hanneke Faber sent HomeKit fans into a frenzy when she said the company’s Circle View products were “pretty much gone.” As it turns out, that’s not the case, but the future of.....»»
Friend is the creepy and dystopian iPhone accessory that might just work
As if we aren't already all in bubbles that reaffirm our beliefs thanks to social media, now there's an AI "Friend" who is always ready to hit you with praise and put you in a parasocial relationship with your iPhoneA man alone with his thoughts —.....»»
Leaked Google devices, Roomba adds Matter, & more on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, new Google devices leak for the smart home, we answer a pair of listener questions, and Sonos issues update on its app.HomeKit Insider PodcastGoogle is hosting an event in August but we may already know.....»»
Level up your iPhone with these five Magsafe accessories
Apple introduced MagSafe into its iPhone lineup with the iPhone 12. Since then, the Magsafe accessory ecosystem has exploded. We have battery packs, pop sockets, holders, lanyards, and more. I wanted to show off five of my favorite Magsafe accessorie.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Smartmi E1 is the best-looking HomeKit air purifier on the market
Air purifiers are one of my favorite HomeKit accessories. Even though I live in an area with pretty decent air quality, I keep them running around our home to clean up the air for my family. I recently picked up the new Smartmi E1, the best-looking H.....»»
Hands on with tvOS 18 beta, MagSafe travel chargers, & new HomePod on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we hit the latest drops in the smart home space, including new sensors and an updated HomePod as well as cover the changes in tvOS 18.HomeKit Insider PodcastThis week was full of smart home news and sev.....»»
Clicks Keyboard review: 2024’s most nostalgic iPhone accessory
Clicks brings a physical keyboard to your iPhone. Is this nostalgic feeling worth dropping your hard-earned money on? I reviewed it and found out......»»
HomeKit Weekly: My favorite smart home devices to automate your summer
Summer is in full swing here in the United States, but my traveling is over for the summer. I spent the week before Memorial Day in Lisbon, Portugal, the week after Memorial Day near the Gulf of Mexico, and a few days in early June in Las Vegas for C.....»»