We review the new Apple TV 4K and redesigned Siri remote, Andrew’s iPad Pro review, Amazon’s Eero 6 routers get HomeKit support, Aqara announces new products in China and Meross is launching a new air purifier.
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Aug 17
Natural Language Instructions for Matic Robot, Apple Intelligence Limits, & Mophie 4-in-1 Review
Andrew O'Hara flies solo this week and covers a packed smart home update with new Apple Home and iOS 27 details, notable product launches from Govee, Eufy, Abode, Sonos, Lutron, SwitchBot, PetLibro, Matic, Dashboard, and Mophie. The episode is especially useful if you care about ... Show More
52m 1s
Aug 10
Flight Tracking Poster, Schlage Sense Pro Review, & Listener Questions with Dan Wroclawski from Consumer Reports
This week's guest host is Daniel Wroclawski, Senior Home & Appliances Writer at Consumer Reports. Andrew and Dan cover the latest smart home news, from Apple Home dashboard apps and new Matter gear to premium locks, Matter dehumidifiers, smart shades, and mesh router recommendati ... Show More
1h 5m
Aug 3
U.S. Bans Foreign Robovacs & How Z-Wave is Staying Relevant in 2026 with Guest Avi Rosenthal
In this episode, Andrew sits down with Avi Rosenthal, chair of the Z-Wave Alliance, to explore the future of smart home technology, the role of open standards, and why Z-Wave still matters in a world of Matter, Thread, and Wi‑Fi. They also dig into recent government restrictions ... Show More
1h 27m
Sep 2020
Apple Watch Series 6 review, October ‘iPhone 12’ event, and iOS 14 tips and tricks
We review the new Apple Watch Series 6, discuss Solo Loop bands, cover the rumored October ‘iPhone 12’ event, and run down many tips and tricks for iOS 14. Follow our hosts on Twitter at Stephen Robles and William Gallagher, or email us here. Don’t forget to subscribe and listen ... Show More
50m 39s
Jun 2021
iPad mini 6, Beats Studio Buds, and iPad as a Pro Device
New leaks of a redesigned "iPad mini 6" and "Apple Watch Series 7", Beats Studio Buds launch, Apple Podcast Subscriptions are live, and we discuss our hopes for iPad Pro. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @Hillitech, or email us here. Find ... Show More
1h 4m
Jul 2021
MagSafe Battery Pack, iPad mini vs Kindle, and iPhone Water Resistance
Apple releases their MagSafe Battery Pack, we compare the advantages of using iPad mini over Kindle for ebooks, and water resistance limitations for iPhone and Apple Watch. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @Hillitech. Find us in your favo ... Show More
1h 3m
May 2021
Apple Music Lossless and Spatial Audio, M1 iPad Pro and 24-inch iMac reviews, plus ‘Apple Watch Series 7’ leak
Early reviews for the M1 iPad Pro and 24-inch iMac are out, Apple announces Spatial Audio and Lossless quality coming to Apple Music, and a redesigned "Apple Watch Series 7" leak. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @Hillitech, or email us h ... Show More
58m 2s
Oct 2021
M1 Pro, M1 Max 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models and AirPods 3 "Unleashed" Event Recap
We recap everything announced at Apple's "Unleashed" event, including AirPods 3, M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, and redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models Follow our Host @stephenrobles on Twitter Sponsored by: Manscaped: Get 20% off and FREE shipping when you use the promo ... Show More
18m 40s
Oct 2021
'M1X' MacBook Pro Event Preview, Apple Watch Series 7 Reviews, and iPhone 13 Pro Cases
New high-end MacBook Pro models and AirPods are expected at the Oct. 18 “Unleashed” Apple event, initial reviews of Apple Watch Series 7 are out, iPhone 13 Pro case options, and more. Follow Our Hosts @stephenrobles on Twitter @WGallagher on Twitter Sponsored by: SuperBeets: Join ... Show More
1h 2m