HomeKit Camera

Apple’s new iOS 18 update just gave HomeKit the ability to connect to Matter-over Wi-Fi gadgets without requiring extra apps or hardware. Meanwhile, Thread devices can be controlled locally via any iPhone with a Thread radio (the iPhone 15 Pro or newer).

SmartSetup is selling smart Matter over Thread switches for the North American market. These switches are designed to replace standard single-gang US rocker switches, using the ‘Decora’ style and dimensions. Similar to switches from Eve, they require a neutral wire.

Prime members can head to the official meross Amazon storefront to find its 3-pack of Smart Water Sensor Alarms with the hub for $45.99 shipped. This is regularly a $73 kit that comes with three sensors and a hub to deliver peace of mind by detecting a leak before it turns into a flood.

On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we go in-depth on all the smart home news from IFA and manage to also fit in a listener question on ultra wideband smart locks.

Prior to Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” iPhone 16 event, Berlin hosted the annual IFA trade show. Here are our favorite Find My, smart home, and MagSafe-compatible devices to debut during the massive event.

Apple is ramping up its smart home ambitions as rumors circulate about its upcoming products, including new custom in-house wireless chips expected to debut in 2025. These chips are designed to enhance device-to-device communication, a crucial feature for the connected home ecosystem.

With the holidays fast approaching, Aqara is offering significant discounts on some of its most popular smart home devices, including cameras, doorbells, locks, and sensors. These deals present an excellent opportunity for last-minute gifts or functional upgrades to your home.

Eufy, a brand under Anker, has introduced its latest indoor pan-and-tilt camera, the Eufy Indoor Cam E30, featuring 4K resolution for sharper and clearer video. The camera is compatible with Apple HomeKit, though Apple’s Home app currently limits video streaming to 1080p.

Eufy has introduced its new Indoor Cam E30, a 4K UHD smart security camera priced at $69.99, expanding its HomeKit-compatible ecosystem. The latest launch follows the September release of the S3 Pro Outdoor Cam and offers advanced monitoring features, including motorized 360-degree pan-and-tilt functionality and color night vision.

Anker’s Eufy has made an unexpected return to Apple’s HomeKit ecosystem, unveiling its second HomeKit-compatible security camera in recent months. The Eufy Indoor Cam E30, now available for $69.99, features a motorized lens capable of panning, tilting, and zooming around a room.