Smart Display Delays, Nest Changes, and More: This Week on HomeKit Insider
Rumors suggest Apple's smart display launch is pushed back to 2026, while Google discontinues the Nest Protect smoke detector and Sonos slashes prices on select speakers.
By Blip Tech
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HomeKit Insider Podcast: Apple Smart Display Delay, Google Nest Changes, and More
Key Points:
- Apple's Smart Display Delayed: Rumors suggest that Apple’s upcoming smart display will be delayed until 2026. The delay is attributed to the company waiting for more advanced features, including improved Apple Intelligence and next-gen Siri capabilities.
- iOS 18.4 Updates: The latest update to iOS introduces support for robotic vacuum cleaners in Apple Home. The podcast discusses the availability of this feature and upcoming compatible models.
- Google Nest Changes: Google is discontinuing its Nest Protect smoke detector and launching a new one in collaboration with Resideo. This new detector lacks several features found in the Nest Protect and will not work with Matter or Apple Home.
- Sonos Price Drops: Sonos has reduced prices on the Ray soundbar and Era 100 speakers, now priced at $199 each, a permanent reduction of $80 and $50 respectively. This follows reports that a major hardware project was canceled.
- Knog Scout Luggage Tag Review: The podcast reviews the Knog Scout, a Find My-enabled luggage tag featuring a metal cable and theft prevention siren.
