Ikea's New Lineup, Apple Updates, & Necessary Smart Home Maintenance

In this episode of HomeKit Insider, host Andrew O'Hara dives into the latest updates in the smart home world, including Apple's tvOS 26.1 and 26.2 updates, IKEA's new lineup of smart home devices, and a review of the Synology DS723 Plus NAS. Andrew also shares personal experiences with various smart home gadgets and offers insights into maintaining a smart home. 

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Links from the show

• Synology Lineup
• HomePass App
• HomeBatteries App
• K11+ Mini Vacuum
• Eve Flare
• Aqara G3 2K Cam & Hub
• Aqara P2 Sensor
• Nanoleaf Skylight Starter Kit

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Andrew O'Hara

What is HomeKit Insider?

Learn about the latest HomeKit devices, news, reviews, and more on HomeKit Insider. Our hosts Andrew O'Hara and Stephen Robles discuss how-to's, automations, integrating Siri Shortcuts, and review their recent HomeKit projects.