On the latest HomeKit Insider Podcast episode, Jen Tuohy once again joins to cover the demise of Wemo, Aqara’s new gear, and to talk about smart chicken coops.
We kick off the episode discussing Apple’s recent work on Adaptive Temperature. This new feature, uncovered in the code of iOS 26, has not been announced but seems to build on Apple’s work in AI and Adaptive Lighting.
It will be able to automatically adjust the temperature in your home based on when you leave and when it predicts you will arrive home. It can also adjust based on your current energy rates to help save you money.
After that, we break down two new robotic vacuum cleaner announcements. Roomba has a new model that can cover its roller mop and DJI also appears be launching its first home vacuum.
LG has launched a new TV, the StandByMe 2. This unique TV can be mounted on a portable stand or it can be brought with you and used with its folio cover that doubles as a stand.
It can connect over USB-C or HDMI and runs webOS with over 350 apps. For Apple users, it can also support mirroring with AirPlay and has the Apple TV app.
In the second half of the episode, the conversation turns to the new Sketchers line. This new lineup of kid’s shoes has integrated storage for an AirTag to help you locate your kicks — or maybe your kids.
Aqara has updated its T2 smart bulb to support Adaptive Lighting to adjust the color temperature throughout the day. Hunter Douglas had an update of its own, adding Matter to its smart shades.
finally, we go hands-on with the new BMX SolidSafe chargers. This is a new company that has launched solid state MagSafe batteries with Qi2.
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