Mon Oct 26 2026, 04:01 PM EDT · 1 minute read

Smart Home Insider Podcast

On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, Nanoleaf CEO Gimmy Chu joins to discuss its recent merger and more of the latest news.

Earlier in 2026, SwitchBot and Nanoleaf announced a merger to expand their reach into the smart home. Gimmy Chu, Nanoleaf CEO and co-founder, is back to discuss how the merger happened and what it means for their product lines.

Before the interview, we dig into the news. Leading things off are new reports on the second-generation HomeView .

A recent rumor says that Apple is working on a new, larger version of HomeView to release in 2027 or 2028 that would also have a moving arm. The larger size would solve one of the bigger issues with the first-generation device.

Demand for the current HomeView appears strong, with countertop shipping slipping into December.…