Matter 1.2 Adds New Devices to HomeKit, HomePod and tvOS 17.1, Touchscreen TV in a Briefcase

Matter 1.2 brings HomeKit support to robot vacuums, fridges, and more, 17.1 update for HomePod and tvOS, and your hosts review the LG StandByMe Go's touchscreen TV in a briefcase.

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Links from the show

• Hands on with all the new features in iOS 17.1
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• The Smart Coop 
• Matter 1.2 finally adds robot vacuums and fridges to HomeKit
• StanbyME Go Briefcase Design Touch Screen | LG USA

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