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Shelly Presence Gen4 now available to purchase
https://www.applehomeauthority.com/shelly-presence-gen4-now-available-to-purchase/

Shelly Presence Gen4 now available to purchase

Shelly is expanding its smart home lineup with the launch of the Presence Gen4, a more advanced take on occupancy sensing that moves beyond traditional motion detection. The device is now available across the UK and Europe, positioning itself as a step up from standard motion sensors for users looking to build smarter, more responsive […]

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HomeDevices 2d ago

Sleepal Unveils sleep tracking Matter lamp ahead of Kickstarter launch
https://homekitnews.com/2026/04/01/sleepal-unveils-sleep-tracking-matter-lamp-ahead-of-kickstarter-launch/

Sleepal Unveils sleep tracking Matter lamp ahead of Kickstarter launch

Sleepal has unveiled its AI Sleep Tracking Lamp with Matter compatibility, a bedside device that centres on non-contact sleep tracking.

Homekit News and Reviews

HomeDevices 2d ago

Matter 1.5.1 released with improvements to cameras and doorbells
https://www.applehomeauthority.com/matter-1-5-1-released-with-improvements-to-cameras-and-doorbells/

Matter 1.5.1 released with improvements to cameras and doorbells

The Connectivity Standards Alliance has released Matter 1.5.1, the latest update to the Matter specification. While not a headline grabbing release, it delivers a range of meaningful improvements, particularly for cameras and video doorbells, alongside broader refinements to performance, media handling, and reliability. Matter 1.5 introduced support for cameras and doorbells, marking a major step […]

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HomeDevices 2d ago

The CSA Releases Matter 1.5.1 Update For Cameras
https://homekitnews.com/2026/03/31/the-csa-releases-matter-1-5-1-update-for-cameras/

The CSA Releases Matter 1.5.1 Update For Cameras

The CSA has released Matter 1.5.1, a minor update to the Matter specification relating to cameras and video doorbells.

Homekit News and Reviews

HomeDevices 3d ago

Shelly Presence Gen4 Brings Matter Support, Multi-Zone Tracking
https://homekitnews.com/2026/03/31/shelly-presence-gen4-brings-matter-support-multi-zone-tracking/

Shelly Presence Gen4 Brings Matter Support, Multi-Zone Tracking

Shelly has detailed its upcoming Presence Gen4 sensor, a mmWave-based presence sensor with multiple zones and Matter over WiFi support.

Homekit News and Reviews

HomeDevices 4d ago

Hisense Announces 4K Laser Mini Projector w/ AirPlay 2, WiFi 7
https://homekitnews.com/2026/03/29/hisense-announces-4k-laser-mini-projector-w-airplay-2-wifi-7/

Hisense Announces 4K Laser Mini Projector w/ AirPlay 2, WiFi 7

Hisense has added a compact laser projector to its line-up with the XR10, with AirPlay 2 and WiFi 7 compatibility.

Homekit News and Reviews

HomeDevices 6d ago

Govee launches Outdoor Chromatic String Lights with true per bulb colour
control
https://www.applehomeauthority.com/govee-launches-outdoor-chromatic-string-lights-with-true-per-bulb-colour-control/

Govee launches Outdoor Chromatic String Lights with true per bulb colour control

Govee has unveiled its new Outdoor Chromatic String Lights, and they bring something genuinely different to the smart lighting space. Unlike most outdoor smart string lights that limit each bulb to a single colour, Govee is introducing true per bulb control with multi colour output inside each bulb itself. That means gradients, animations, and layered […]

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HomeDevices Mar 27

Sony Announces Bravia 3 II TVs with AirPlay 2, HomeKit support
https://homekitnews.com/2026/03/27/sony-announces-bravia-3-ii-tvs-with-airplay-2-homekit-support/

Sony Announces Bravia 3 II TVs with AirPlay 2, HomeKit support

Sony has announced availability for its new Bravia 3 II TV range, including support for AirPlay 2, Apple Home, Google TV, and Gemini.

Homekit News and Reviews

HomeDevices Mar 25

IKEA GRILLPLATS Review
https://www.applehomeauthority.com/ikea-grillplats-review/

IKEA GRILLPLATS Review

This might be the cheapest smart plug you can buy right now for Apple Home This is the IKEA GRILLPLATS and I have been waiting since it was announced to get my hands on one Six pounds for the plug, seven if you want it with a remote bundle. The remote alone is 3 pound […]

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HomeDevices Mar 25

Aqara G400 doorbell review
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Aqara G400 doorbell review

Aqara has now released the long awaited, G400, It brings 2K video, a new head-to-toe camera view, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, plus the option to power it with direct power or power over ethernet, AI detection, and support for Apple Home and HomeKit Secure Video. And an new interesting feature, e is the phone style interface […]

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