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Everything Apple Home in under 5 mins is the podcast for anyone who wants to get more from Apple Home, Matter and the wider Apple ecosystem.

Hosted by Jon Ratcliffe from Apple Home Authority, each episode covers the latest Apple Home news, new products, software updates and the technologies shaping the smart home, including Matter, Thread, HomeKit and Apple Intelligence.

With more than 10 years of experience using Apple Home and six years testing smart home products, Jon cuts through the marketing to explain what actually matters, what works and what doesn’t.

Expect news, opinions, real-world experiences and practical advice to help you build a better Apple smart home.

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  • 29 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 3 min
  • English

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  • S1 · E18
    May 29 · 2 min

    The New Siri, WWDC & Aqara U500

    Reports point to Apple unveiling the biggest Siri overhaul in its history at WWDC, including a rebuilt AI model, personal context, on-screen awareness and natural-language Shortcuts. We consider what those technologies could eventually mean for Apple Home automations, plus Aqara launches its U500 smart lock range in the UK. applehome Authority Links Watch on YouTube Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow on X Follow on TikTok

  • S1 · E17
    May 22 · 2 min

    Govee TV Backlight 3 & WWDC Expectations

    Govee launches the TV Backlight 3 with a dual-camera system, 24 lighting zones, RGBWIC lighting and Matter support. With WWDC approaching, we also discuss what Apple Home users should be looking for, including better automations and expanded camera capabilities.

  • S1 · E16
    May 17 · 2 min

    SwitchBot Lock Vision Pro & eufy Omni S2

    SwitchBot brings 3D structured-light facial recognition to the Lock Vision Pro alongside palm vein recognition, fingerprints, NFC and Matter over Wi-Fi. Plus, eufy’s flagship Omni S2 arrives in the UK and Europe with 30,000Pa suction, HydroJet 2.0 mopping and Matter support. applehome Authority Links Watch on YouTube Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow on X Follow on TikTok

  • S1 · E15
    May 10 · 2 min

    Aqara W200 Multi-Sensor Update, IKEA Matter 1.4 & SwitchBot Fan

    Aqara expands the W200 with multi-sensor temperature support, while IKEA updates its BILRESA remote to Matter 1.4. We also look at SwitchBot’s new Circulator Fan and whether its smart features justify its premium price. applehome Authority Links Watch on YouTube Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow on X Follow on TikTok

  • S1 · E14
    May 3 · 2 min

    Dreame L60 Series & Govee Ceiling Light Ultra

    Dreame launches four L60 Series robot vacuums with up to 35,000Pa suction, 100°C mop self-cleaning and Matter support across the range. Plus, Govee’s Ceiling Light Ultra combines a 616-LED matrix, 5,000-lumen output and Matter integration with advanced animated lighting. applehome Authority Links Watch on YouTube Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow on X Follow on TikTok

  • S1 · E13
    April 26 · 2 min

    Dreame Smart Locks, DJI ROMO Matter & Govee Table Lamp

    Dreame enters the US smart lock market with the NAVO A10 and Apple-focused Safio Lock Turbo Lite, including Matter and Apple Home Key options. DJI’s ROMO robot vacuums gain Matter certification, while Govee launches the rechargeable Table Lamp Classic with Matter and Apple Home support. applehome Authority Links Watch on YouTube Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow on X Follow on TikTok

  • S1 · E12
    April 19 · 2 min

    Govee Lightwall, ECOVACS X12 & SwitchBot Bot

    Govee introduces its portable Lightwall with Matter support, although some of its advanced lighting controls remain unavailable inside Apple Home. ECOVACS launches the DEEBOT X12 OmniCyclone with Apple Home support, and SwitchBot updates its original Bot with a rechargeable battery. applehome Authority Links Watch on YouTube Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow on X Follow on TikTok

  • S1 · E11
    April 12 · 2 min

    Aqara W200 and P100 released this week for Apple Home users

    It’s an Aqara-heavy week as the company launches the Thermostat Hub W200 and Multi-State Sensor P100. We break down their key specifications, Apple Home integration and how Aqara is continuing to expand its Matter and smart home ecosystem. applehome Authority Links Watch on YouTube Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow on X Follow on TikTok

  • S1 · E10
    April 5 · 2 min

    Matter 1.5.1 launched and Shelly presence sensor is now available

    Matter 1.5.1 is here with major upgrades to cameras and doorbells, including multi-stream support and improved media handling. Shelly launches the Presence Gen4 with mmWave detection, 10 zones, and support for up to 6 people in a room.

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