HomeKit Insider: Matter Device Expansion, Siri Delays, and More Smart Home Updates

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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