Everything Apple Home

This week on Everything Apple Home:🍎 Apple’s September 9th event is official — and while new iPhones will take centre stage, could we finally see the new Apple TV, HomePod mini and HomePad? We look at what could be coming and why Apple may still wait until later in the year.🏠 Homey gets a major software update, bringing firmware updates for compatible Matter, Zigbee and Z-Wave devices directly into Homey.🌿 Eve expands beyond Apple Home, with its Matter devices now officially supported by Homey hubs, including Eve Energy and Eve Door & Window.🇩🇪 Plus, I’m heading to IFA in Berlin next week, where I’ll be bringing you all the latest Apple Home, Matter and smart home announcements directly from the show.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTokLinks From This Episode🔗 Applehomeauthority.com🔗 Homey hub - https://amzn.to/4qQdHTm🔗 Eve Devices - https://amzn.to/4xrKalaChapters00:00 – Introduction00:18 – Apple Eve00:58 – Homey Updates01:36 – Eve and Homey02:05 – IFA 2026

This week on Everything Apple Home:🍎 Apple’s future Home hardware takes shape — new discoveries point to the HomePad, a possible HomePod mini 2, Apple security camera, homeOS and two mystery Home accessories.🏠 New HomePad details reveal references to “Faces”, a “Face Gallery” and Smart Stack widgets, giving us our clearest indication yet of how Apple’s smart home display could work.🧵 THIRDREALITY is heading to IFA 2026 with new Matter-over-Thread products, including a Smart Soil Moisture Sensor, Smart Button, Smart Plug and Smart Bulb.More at applehomeauthority.comapplehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

iOS 27 Developer Beta 5 has revealed some interesting details about how Apple could limit its new Apple Intelligence camera features depending on your iCloud+ plan.We look at the camera limits currently appearing in the beta, with the 2TB iCloud+ plan appearing to support Apple Intelligence features on five cameras, increasing as additional iCloud storage is added.Importantly, this appears to be a limit specifically affecting the new Apple Intelligence camera features rather than Apple’s existing HomeKit Secure Video recording limits — and with iOS 27 still in beta, none of these limits have been officially confirmed as final.Plus, eufy launches the new Solar Wall Light Cam S4, combining a 4K security camera, solar charging and outdoor lighting with Apple Home support through HomeBase 3.Links to the content in the showApple Intelligence limitsEufy Wall Cam S4 Amazon Linkapplehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

🍎 Apple’s biggest smart home push in years is almost here. According to a new Bloomberg report, Apple is preparing to launch a brand-new Home Hub, alongside refreshed Apple TV and HomePod mini models. We look at what this could mean for the future of Apple Home.🌀 SwitchBot has unveiled the new Battery Circulator Fan 2 Pro, bringing Matter over Wi-Fi and battery-powered smart cooling to Apple Home users.💡 Nanoleaf has announced its new Smart LED Monitor Stand, combining a premium monitor riser with integrated RGB lighting and Matter support.Links to the content in the showSwitchBot FanNanoleaf Desk Standapplehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

iOS 27 Public Beta 2 and Developer Beta 4 continue refining Apple Intelligence inside Apple Home, with clearer camera descriptions, recognition of doorbell presses and AI notifications beginning to appear. Plus, Aqara launches the Power Plug H2 in the UK and Europe.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

🍎 iOS 27 Public Beta is now available, bringing Apple’s biggest Apple Home update in years to everyone. We cover what it means for Apple Home users, the key new features, and whether it’s worth installing.💧 Airversa has announced a new smart humidifier with native Apple Home over Thread support, with Matter compatibility planned in a future update.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

iOS 27 Beta 3 brings improved Apple Home stability, better Home Hub update management and refinements to energy monitoring. Apple also confirms a 2TB iCloud+ requirement for new Apple Intelligence Home features, while Govee expands its Matter-compatible outdoor lighting lineup.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

We take a closer look at Apple’s rebuilt HomeKit Secure Video architecture and why the arrival of 4K doesn’t mean every existing camera will automatically support it. Plus, SwitchBot and Nanoleaf expand their Matter-compatible ceiling lighting ranges.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

iOS 27 Beta 2 brings more refinements to Apple Home, while discoveries inside tvOS 27 add credibility to rumours surrounding new Apple TV and HomePod hardware. Apple also raises prices across its home lineup, and Philips Hue prepares for simultaneous Zigbee and Matter-over-Thread support.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Matter 1.6 arrives with NFC commissioning and Joint Fabric among its new capabilities. The Thread Group releases Thread Tools in beta to provide better insight into Thread networks, while Schlage prepares to launch the Sense Pro with UWB, Apple Home Key and Matter over Thread.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Everything Apple Home: WWDC 2026, 4K Cameras, Energy Monitoring & Where’s the Hardware? 👀This week on Everything Apple Home, we’re breaking down everything Apple announced for Apple Home at WWDC 2026.📹 4K video support for Apple Home cameras🧠 Advanced video analysis powered by Apple Intelligence🔍 Natural language search across camera recordings🔔 Smarter, continuously updating camera notifications⚡ Energy monitoring arrives in Apple Home🏠 Faster and simpler device setup🤖 AI-powered Shortcuts and what they could mean for the future of Apple Home automationsPlus, we discuss the elephant in the room…Where were the new HomePods, Apple TV, and the rumoured Apple Home Hub?Was their absence a surprise, or is Apple saving its smart home hardware for later this year?applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

WWDC is almost here, and if the rumours are true, Apple could be about to deliver the biggest Siri upgrade in its history.For Apple Home users, that could mean far more than just a smarter voice assistant.Imagine creating automations using natural language, a Home app that learns your routines, intelligent suggestions based on your location and habits, and a smart home that actually understands context instead of relying on timers and fixed triggers.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Reports point to Apple unveiling the biggest Siri overhaul in its history at WWDC, including a rebuilt AI model, personal context, on-screen awareness and natural-language Shortcuts. We consider what those technologies could eventually mean for Apple Home automations, plus Aqara launches its U500 smart lock range in the UK.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Govee launches the TV Backlight 3 with a dual-camera system, 24 lighting zones, RGBWIC lighting and Matter support. With WWDC approaching, we also discuss what Apple Home users should be looking for, including better automations and expanded camera capabilities.

SwitchBot brings 3D structured-light facial recognition to the Lock Vision Pro alongside palm vein recognition, fingerprints, NFC and Matter over Wi-Fi. Plus, eufy’s flagship Omni S2 arrives in the UK and Europe with 30,000Pa suction, HydroJet 2.0 mopping and Matter support.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Aqara expands the W200 with multi-sensor temperature support, while IKEA updates its BILRESA remote to Matter 1.4. We also look at SwitchBot’s new Circulator Fan and whether its smart features justify its premium price.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Dreame launches four L60 Series robot vacuums with up to 35,000Pa suction, 100°C mop self-cleaning and Matter support across the range. Plus, Govee’s Ceiling Light Ultra combines a 616-LED matrix, 5,000-lumen output and Matter integration with advanced animated lighting.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Dreame enters the US smart lock market with the NAVO A10 and Apple-focused Safio Lock Turbo Lite, including Matter and Apple Home Key options. DJI’s ROMO robot vacuums gain Matter certification, while Govee launches the rechargeable Table Lamp Classic with Matter and Apple Home support.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Govee introduces its portable Lightwall with Matter support, although some of its advanced lighting controls remain unavailable inside Apple Home. ECOVACS launches the DEEBOT X12 OmniCyclone with Apple Home support, and SwitchBot updates its original Bot with a rechargeable battery.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

It’s an Aqara-heavy week as the company launches the Thermostat Hub W200 and Multi-State Sensor P100. We break down their key specifications, Apple Home integration and how Aqara is continuing to expand its Matter and smart home ecosystem.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Matter 1.5.1 is here with major upgrades to cameras and doorbells, including multi-stream support and improved media handling.Shelly launches the Presence Gen4 with mmWave detection, 10 zones, and support for up to 6 people in a room.

This week in Everything Apple Home, Nuki adds Apple Home Key via a new keypad, but it’s NFC only with no UWB, raising questions about where smart locks are heading.Govee launches new outdoor string lights with true per bulb colour control, and Apple Home Spring deals are live with hundreds of offers ending March 31st.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

In this week’s Everything Apple Home, Aqara teases a next generation U200 smart lock with UWB, launches the new G350 camera and G400 doorbell, and IKEA’s GRILLPLATS smart plug lands across the UK, US and Europe.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

🔐 Aqara U400 becomes the first smart lock with Aliro support🔌 IKEA launches GRILLPLATS and TOFSMYGGA Matter over Thread smart plugs💡 The iconic IKEA VARMBLIXT lamp gets a smart upgrade🤖 Ecovacs releases the Deebot T90 Pro Omni with 18,000Pa suction and Matterapplehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Aliro 1.0 launches to simplify digital keys 🔐Hue Essentials light strips land in the UK and Europe 💡Roborock Saros 20 with Matter and serious suction power is here 🤖And Apple Maps adds the 2026 F1 calendar 🏎️applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

tvOS 26.4 Beta 1 lands, Tedee finally adds Matter support, and I’ve published my full Aqara FP300 review.If you care about stability, smart locks, and smarter automations, this week matters.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Apple officially retires legacy HomeKit, IKEA’s new Matter range raises questions, Xiaomi enters the Matter smart lock space, and the long awaited new Siri appears to be delayed.Plus, the original HomePod turns 8 years old and yes, I’m still running two as a stereo pair.In this week’s episode of Everything Apple Home, we break down what these updates actually mean for Apple Home users and where things could be heading next in 2026.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

This week in Apple Home: the legacy HomeKit architecture is officially coming to an end, Eve expands MotionBlinds retrofits, Dreame’s Matter lightstrip lands in Europe, Aqara launches a new camera hub, and new Siri could arrive as soon as next week with iOS 26.4.We also look at what these changes mean in the wider context of Apple Home’s evolution, plus where things are heading next.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Apple’s rumoured Apple Home Hub and the new swivel base hardware leakAirTag 2 officially launching with longer range and improved Precision FindingThe new Siri coming in iOS 26.4 and why it matters for Apple Home controlDJI joining the Connectivity Standards Alliance and what it could mean for Matter robot vacuumsShelly’s Gen 4 Dimmer gaining Matter supportYale launching the Linus L2 Lite smart lock with Apple Home supportDreame’s first Matter smart lock entering the Apple Home ecosystemapplehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok

Everything Apple Home is here with your 3 minute Apple Home news recap. This week we cover the iOS 27 Siri chatbot rumours and what it could unlock for Apple Home, SwitchBot’s new Matter AI Hub, Netatmo’s new thermostat and smart radiator valve with Matter support, and the latest on the next Apple TV.applehome Authority LinksWatch on YouTubeFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramFollow on XFollow on TikTok