Kwikset Halo Select, Govee Ice Maker, & iPhone StandBy Dock: HomeKit Insider Podcast
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, the hosts discuss several new smart home devices. They talk about the Kwikset Halo Select smart lock that works over Wi-Fi or Matter over Thread, a compact retrofit lock with a built-in exterior keypad. They also mention Ecobee's integration with Assa Abloy brands August and Yale, allowing users to unlock their compatible smart locks directly from the live view. Additionally, they discuss the viral 3D printed iPhone StandBy dock by Scott Yu-Jan, which is now available for preorder by Overwerk and has been modified to work with more phone models, both versions of Apple's MagSafe charger, and some cases. The Controller for HomeKit app was updated to version 7.2 with new features like support for TVs and integration in Control Center. Lastly, they go hands-on with the Govee smart ice maker, which will soon receive a Matter support update.
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