HomeKit Insider: Matter Device Expansion, Siri Delays, and More Smart Home Updates
Dive into the latest smart home updates, including new Matter devices from Amazon and Ikea, a rumored Apple smart display, and the delay of next-gen Siri.
By Blip Tech
1 min read
HomeKit Insider Podcast Overview
Key Topics:
- Amazon Hardware Launch: Anticipation for Amazon's upcoming hardware, expected this fall.
- Ikea Matter Sensor: Evidence of Ikea developing a direct-to-Matter sensor that will measure temperature and humidity.
- Apple Smart Home Updates:
- Code in tvOS 18.4 reveals support for ChatKit, which is currently unused on Apple TV but may indicate future messaging capabilities on smart displays.
- Next-gen Siri delayed, sparking discussions about its necessity.
- Matter Device Support: iOS 18.4 introduces support for Matter water sensors, along with previously supported robotic vacuums and smoke detectors.
- New Smart Home Devices:
- Ecobee Essentials Smart Thermostat: Priced at $129 and compatible with Apple HomeKit.
- SwitchBot Trimmable Smart Shades: A new offering from SwitchBot.
- Eufy S3 Doorbell Pro: An update to Eufy's smart doorbell line.
- Abode TV App: A new app for monitoring security cameras on TV.
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