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Smart Home Roundup: Long-Range Matter Devices, Nanoleaf Pegboard Lights, and Arlo's HomeKit Updates

Discover the latest HomeKit-compatible devices, including the versatile Nanoleaf Pegboard Light, Arlo’s expanded HomeKit support, and new Find My trackers from Chipolo.
By Blip Tech 1 min read

In the latest HomeKit Insider Podcast, the host discusses significant updates and new products across multiple smart home brands:

  • Chipolo Pop: A Find My-enabled tracker available in six colors, with a keychain hole and replaceable CR2032 battery. It supports both Apple Find My and Google Find My Device, starting at $29 for one or $89 for four.

  • Arlo Essentials Cameras: The entire line of second-gen Arlo Essentials cameras is now compatible with Apple Home, including a doorbell, outdoor cameras, and an indoor camera. These devices can be controlled via the Home app and Siri, but they do not support HomeKit Secure Video.

  • Nanoleaf Pegboard Light: A unique light designed for gamers, featuring reversible square pegs and a solid light. It connects to a USB-C port and also acts as a USB hub with three USB-C and one USB-A port. Control is currently limited to the Nanoleaf Mac or PC app.

  • Matter Development: The podcast covers recent leaks about upcoming Matter devices, including a Philips door lock, an upcoming presence sensor, and development on long-range wireless devices.

The episode concludes with a discussion of various Find My devices that were tested, such as water bottles, coffee tumblers, and chargers.

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