Aqara curtain driver, Insteon dies, Matter update, and Playdate review

Aqara is launching a crowdfunding campaign in China for its forthcoming curtain driver, HomeKit brand Insteon disappears without notice, Andrew received more specifics on Matter, plus we review the new Playdate.

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Links from the show

• Smarter Coffee Maker •

• Mobee Magic Charger •

• Aqara Launches Crowdfunding for Forthcoming Curtain Driver •

• Smarthome firm and early HomeKit partner Insteon is dead, with no warning to customers •

• Nomad Base One Max review: Magnetic chargers for your iPhone and Apple Watch •

• 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad with MagSafe | Belkin •

• Playdate review: Panic's first hardware product is adorable and fun •

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