New Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini, & More Leak, Plus Anker Eufy Launch Event

Andrew O’Hara covers a packed week of smart home news, led by fresh Apple code leaks that point to new Apple TV, HomePod, and HomePod mini changes. He also breaks down Apple’s Apple Intelligence camera pricing, then shares hands-on impressions from the Anchor Eufy launch event and a quick look at new lock and projector hardware.

Key topics

• In this episode, Andrew summarizes new Apple code references suggesting an upcoming Apple TV 4K that looks like the current model, plus hints at new HomePod-related features.
• He explains how Apple may add sound to Apple TV screensavers, including the Snoopy screensaver, with a user toggle for enabling or disabling audio.
• He discusses possible four-speaker HomePod surround sound support, which could allow more immersive multi-point audio in a room.
• Andrew shares what the leak shows for Siri and Apple Intelligence on HomePod, including new animation assets and speculation about whether older hardware will support the feature.
• He reveals new HomePod mini 2 color options surfaced in code: green, pink, blue, white, and black, with orange seemingly on the way out.
• He argues that Apple Intelligence camera pricing is too high, comparing Apple’s camera limits and storage tiers against a competitor offering unlimited cameras for $10 per month.
• Andrew breaks down the difference between HomeKit Secure Video storage and Apple Intelligence summaries, emphasizing that they are separate services with separate costs.
• He covers Ultralock’s new deadbolts, including the Bolt Pro and Latch 5 Pro with Aliro NFC support, and the Bolt Mission with ultra-wideband but no Aliro or Home Key.
• He explains why he prefers system-level access methods like UWB, Home Key, or Aliro over app-dependent unlock flows.
• He looks at Govee’s Holiday Pattern Projector Lite, an outdoor projector with a dual-light setup, interchangeable projection films, Matter support, and use beyond holiday decorating.
• He wraps with hands-on thoughts from the Anker Eufy event, including the company’s property-wide camera strategy and a standout track-light camera that follows motion.

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Links from the show

• HomePod mini 2 colors
• New Apple TV 4K leaks
• Siri AI coming to HomePod
• Govee Outdoor Holiday Light Projector
• Ultraloq Mission Bolt UWB
• Ultaloq Latch 5 Pro
• Ultaloq Bolt Pro

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