06.16.2025
On the latest episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we wrap up WWDC 2025 by recapping all the new smart home features announced, and then go hands-on with the Govee

HomeKit Insider Podcast
Even though homeOS was not announced at WWDC, there were still several smart home-related announcements to come out of all Apple's new operating systems. After a week of digging, we've rounded up all the ones we've found thus far.
We start with iOS 26 which has big updates with CarPlay that finally allows widgets, including those to view and control smart home accessories. Outside of CarPlay, the Home app gets updated too.
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