Apple Home Collection pairs LG Electronics and Schneider Electric cameras, a lock and thermostats with Apple Home, from $39.95 and shipping in December.
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Apple Home Collection cameras: 50GB iCloud+ covers one, 2TB unlimited
Apple Home Collection’s four LG cameras start at $199.95 and store 10 days of video in iCloud+. Here is which plan covers how many cameras and what AI needs.
LG Smart Deadbolt Lock costs $349.95 and unlocks hands-free with iPhone
LG’s Smart Deadbolt Lock for Apple Home Collection starts at $349.95 in the U.S. and Canada, with Ultra Wideband hands-free unlock, Matter and Aliro support.
HomeKit vs Home Assistant: Why Apple Users Combine Both Platforms
HomeKit offers simple Apple control, while Home Assistant adds broader device support and automation. Here is why many users combine both platforms.
Apple’s next MacBook, Apple TV and home hub are reportedly close
Apple is reportedly nearing a touchscreen MacBook, a refreshed Apple TV and a smart home display, but none has an announced launch date from Apple.
Apple could unveil its new home operating system in October
Apple could unveil a new Siri AI-based operating system as soon as October, built for its rumored smart home display and shared household use.
Apple’s HomePad could arrive as soon as October, report says
Apple’s rumored HomePad could debut as soon as October with Siri AI, home controls, video calls, and tabletop or wall-mounted designs, Bloomberg says.
iPhone 18 Pro Has Thread: The Smart Home Radio Apple Quietly Added to the N1 Chip
The iPhone 18 Pro’s N1 wireless chip handles Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread, according to Apple’s press release. Thread got no stage time at the keynote, but of the three radios it is the one built specifically for the smart home. Apple’s release lists Thread in a single line and does not describe what…
Apple Home Gets Smarter and Faster With Three Helpful Updates
Apple recently updated its smart home platform with automatic temperature adjustments, ultra wideband door lock support, and faster multipack device pairing options.
Apple and the Smart Home with Richard Gunther - TMO Show 2024-08-09
Richard Gunther, co-host of The Smart Home Show and host of Home: On, joins TMO Show host Ken Ray to talk smart devices, home automation, and Apple’s place in all of it. Does everything need to be a smart thing? Does the Matter platform matter? Does Apple’s Home app do what it needs to? Richard shares his insight on this edition of the TMO Show.
Eufy Says Its Security Camera Footage Is Local-Only, But That’s Not Always True
A security researcher revealed that Eufy misleads customers, sending videos from its so-called local-only camera products to the cloud.
Review: DreameBot D10 Plus Lets You Put Some of Your Housework on Autopilot
For keeping up with vacuuming and mopping, DreameBot D10 Plus has plenty to offer. It’s not without its problems, but still a great value.
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[U: Now Available on Apple Online Store] Level Lock+ Will Offer Apple Home Key Support
Despite confusing reports to the contrary, the Level Lock+ does support Apple Home Key technology and is available now in select stores.
iPads and Apple TVs: Confusion for 2022 - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-20
Apple on Tuesday hit the world with new iPads, new iPad Pros, and new Apple TV 4Ks. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk confusion and consternation around choices Apple made.
Watching Watches and Smart Homes - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-17
TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts and Ken revisit a recent Piper Sandler survey of teen Apple Watch ownership in light of new data from Counterpoint Research. Then, Jeff does a little smart-home 101, and wonders over Level’s apparent messaging fumbles.
Latest Eve Light Switch Brings Thread and Matter Support and More
The latest generation of the Eve Light Switch brings support for 3-pole lighting. It also adds Thread and Matter support.
Matter Has Officially Launched, But Does It Matter For You?
The official Matter launch is finally here, but what does that mean for you? Jeff Butts outlines what you need to know.
Yale Announces Matter-Compatible Smart Locks
Yale, a long-time manufacturer of HomeKit-compatible smart locks, has recently added Matter support to its most popular product family.
TP-Link Kasa Begins Offering HomeKit Support
Smart home accessory maker TP-Link Kasa is adding support for HomeKit to some products. The Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim is available now.
Insteon Smart Home System May Have Shut Down Without Telling Customers
Insteon Smart Home system have shut down but it seems its hundreds of customers who own various Insteon products were not informed.
Matter Smart Home Standard Delays Release Until Fall 2022
The first cross-platform protocol for smart home technology, the Matter smart home standard, is delayed but expected to launch in Fall 2022.
HomeKit Secure Video Bug Breaks Thumbnails
While the live security camera view works fine, a bug in HomeKit Secure Video may leave your quick-look thumbnails very outdated.
Nanoleaf Strengthens Its Thread Over HomeKit Support
Nanoleaf devices will help strengthen your smart home mesh network acting as border routers for other Thread over HomeKit devices.
Team Nightmare, CES, and Tips – TMO Daily Observations 2022-01-05
Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss some CES announcements and a couple of tips for iPhone users.