Jeff Butts, Managing Editor at The Mac Observer joins us. We ponder why Signify would want to get into the security game (and why consumers would want them to), discuss some updates on previously reported news, and dive into a discussion about the current state of HomeKit. New architectures, Shortcuts, and Matter…and what’s with this Works with Apple Home thing? It’s all getting kind of messy. Listen to the episode here or download it. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thedigitalmediazone/homeon-ep157.mp3 You’ll also find the show in these places: Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicPandoraOur RSS Feed Did you like it? Please rate it in Apple Podcasts or on Stitcher. Show Links Signify expected to add Security devices to Philips Hue lineSelectBlinds has partnered with Olibra for Select-Branded Bond BridgeBritish Gas starts retiring security devicesInsteon is now selling an i3 KeypadWorks with Nest deadline is soon–reallyCortana is dead. Long live Cortana.Follow MyHomeKithome on the site formerly known as Twitter at @clefmeisterRead Jeff’s work at The Mac Observer Home: On is part of Technology.FM, a curated collection of technology podcasts, including great shows like The HomeTech Podcast, The Spoon Podcast, and The Smart Home Show, co-hosted by Richard with Adam Justice. Featured Products If you’re interested in any of the products mentioned in this show, consider using our affiliate links, below, to view or purchase them on Amazon.com. Don’t worry…nobody’s getting rich off of this; but it does help us keep the lights on (so to speak) at The DMZ. Inquire about sponsorship opportunities at [email protected] The post Home: On #157 – Pondering HomeKit with Jeff Butts from The Mac Observer appeared first on The Digital Media Zone.