More new Matter devices, Siri delays, & trimmable smart shades

On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we dive into extra Amazon {hardware} arriving this fall, a leaked sensor from Ikea, proof of Apple’s good house show, and the delay of Apple’s next-gen Siri.

As Apple’s good house plans stay in flux, code found in tvOS 18.4 reveal Apple has added assist for ChatKit. It is a framework used for Messages, at present unused on Apple TV.

As the brand new good show is rumored to run on tvOS, it is sensible this could be added to assist messaging. We additionally discuss in regards to the next-gen Siri, and whether or not it’s crucial for Apple’s product to launch.

Talking of code sleuthing, it seems we even have assist for Matter water sensors in iOS 18.4. This joins robotic vacuums and smoke detectors as new system varieties.

Additionally within the information, Ikea seems able to launch its personal Matter sensor. This may be the primary direct to Matter sensor and assist temperature and humidity.

After debuting at CES 2025, the brand new Ecobee thermostat is lastly right here. It is the Ecobee Necessities Sensible Thermostat and has a value level of $129 and works straight with Apple Residence.

Lastly, SwitchBot has a brand new set of trimmable good shades, Eufy has its new S3 Doorbell Professional, and Abode has launched a brand new TV app to watch your safety cameras.

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