On this week's episode of HomeTech: Several major TV manufacturers just released pricing and ship dates on their 2018 displays. As it happens, Jason is in the market for a new TV. Join as we break down the different offerings and discuss the pros and cons of the technology behind them.

That plus...

• August smart locks now work with HomePod
• A slick new way to set up scenes from the team at JoshAI
• We ring the hub bell in reverse for Leviton's new integration with Nest
• Foxconn purchases Belkin for a load of cash
• A new universal search feature for Google Play
• Apple's original content rumored to be launching in the spring of next year
• Google Home can now play through other Bluetooth speakers
• OneVision unveils a new live-streaming video app
• And more...

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Show Notes

• August Smart Locks now work alongside Apple HomePod for easier door locking
• Apple HomePod Works With August Smart Locks | August Home Blog
• Creating smart home scenes with voice commands - Josh.ai
• Leviton Wi-Fi Lighting Controls Now Integrate with Nest Devices, No Hub Required
• Foxconn buys peripheral maker Belkin for $866M
• Google Play Movies & TV becomes a one-stop shop for nearly everything that streams
• Google Home can now play music through your other Bluetooth speakers | The Verge
• Introducing Live-Streaming Video Support by OneVision
• TCL’s affordable, impressive 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TVs will be available by May 1st
• Samsung's 2018 QLED TVs start at $1,500
• Sony's 2018 OLED TV starts at $2,800
• Sony XEL-1 OLED Digital TV
• POW* - New Showroom

*Under review 🧐