On this episode of HomeTech: Join us as we discuss all the biggest stories from CES 2019! This year’s event was jam-packed with big releases and emerging trends from across the world of home technology. We’ve combed through all the biggest stories so you don’t have to. Don’t miss this special episode!

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Smart home camera maker Wyze Labs raises $20M after startup finds success with low-cost WyzeCam
  • Roku tops 27M accounts & 24B hours streamed by end of 2018, announces more TV partners
  • Amazon reveals number of Alexa devices sold as smart speaker competition heats up
  • ZigBee, Thread Complete Dotdot 1.0 Home Automation Spec for CES 2019
• CES 2019
  • 8K Video
    • LG’s 2019 TV lineup includes Alexa, HDMI 2.1, and an 88-inch 8K OLED
    • Samsung's imposing 98-inch 8K TV defines CES opulence
    • Sony announces giant-sized 8K and 4K TVs at CES 2019
    • Roku Partners With TCL to Develop 8K TVs
  • Airplay2 Built In
    • Here are all of the TVs getting AirPlay 2 in 2019
    • AirPlay
    • Samsung's 2019 smart TVs will support iTunes and AirPlay 2
    • Sony announces AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support coming to its Android-powered TVs
    • Vizio returns to CES with its most advanced 4K TV ever and support for Apple’s AirPlay 2
    • VIDEO: TiVo as an app
  • Other TV Tech
    • LG's rollable OLED TV is real, and you can buy it this year
    • Samsung’s 75-inch MicroLED 4K TV is a huge step into the future
    • Samsung will support Alexa and Google Assistant on 2019 TVs
  • General TV News
    • Hisense announces Sonic One TV alongside its new 2019 4K TV lineup
    • CES 2019: Hisense RGB Three-Laser TV Is Blisteringly Bright and Colorful | Digital Trends
    • TCL announces its first soundbars and a 75-inch version of the excellent 6-Series 4K Roku TV
    • VIZIO Debuts 2019 TV Lineup at CES
  • Apple HomeKit
    • Apple shows off new smart home products from HomeKit partners
    • CES 2019: Belkin's Wemo Brand Debuts New HomeKit-Compatible Light Switches Set to Launch in 2019
    • Brilliant smart home hub now supports Apple HomeKit
    • Eve Systems Introduces Light Strip and Energy Strip at CES 2019 | Digital Trends
    • Netatmo’s smart doorbell is the first that’s compatible with Apple HomeKit
    • Arlo unveils a home security system with Apple HomeKit support
    • Kohler unveils new hands-free Sensate faucet with HomeKit integration
    • U by Moen smart shower system adds Alexa Routines and more, HomeKit promised this quarter
  • Amazon / Ring
    • Everything Amazon Announced at CES
    • Ring’s latest smart doorbell installs on your door’s peephole and detects knocks
    • Ring introduces peephole front door security camera, new line of smart lighting offerings
  • Google
    • Everything Google Announced For Google Assistant at CES 2019 | Digital Trends
    • Google Assistant goes big at CES 2019
    • Dish Says at CES 2019 it's Building Google Assistant Into Its Hopper DVRs | Digital Trends
    • Lenovo’s new Smart Clock brings Google Assistant to your nightstand
  • Lighting Control at CES
    • Lutron Electronics Brings a New Caseta Fan Remote Control to CES 2019 | Digital Trends
    • Lutron introducing Alexa-compatible fan speed controller that works with existing fans, no HomeKit at launch
    • Philips Hue Expands Outdoor Lighting Range at CES 2019 | Digital Trends
    • Philips Hue Outdoor line expands with motion sensor, new wall fixtures
    • This smart light switch does it all — voice assistant, motion sensor, night light, intercom
    • Leviton Announces Decora Voice Dimmer With Amazon Alexa at CES 2019
    • Practical Voice Dimmers
  • Security at CES
    • Deep Sentinel Brings Predictive Security Cameras to CES 2019 | Digital Trends
    • ADT's Big News at CES 2019 is a Redesigned Smart Home Security System | Digital Trends
    • Comcast Announces a New Digital Security Service at CES 2019 | Digital Trends
    • Xfinity is using AI to keep your home network secure
  • Smart Home
    • Moen Takes Smart Water Design to the Next Level With Flo Technologies Partnership
    • Arlo’s ambitious 2019 plans include home security devices, and HomeKit, Zigbee, and Z-Wave support
    • Arlo Launches New Security, Home Automation Hub with Proprietary ArloRF
    • LG ProActive Customer Care Program Uses AI to Reduce Service Calls
    • Mui's wooden smart display is an elegant way to control your home
    • Bluetooth Takes Next Big Step in Becoming a Home-Automation ‘Standard’
    • Kohler unveils new hands-free Sensate faucet with HomeKit integration
    • Kohler’s smart toilet promises a ‘fully-immersive experience’
    • U by Moen smart shower system adds Alexa Routines and more, HomeKit promised this quarter
    • Moen's showers get smarter with Google Assistant
    • Kohler's new bathroom suite has automated, voice-controlled lights
  • For Fun
    • LavvieBot Self-Cleaning IoT Cat Litter Box Debuts at CES 2019 | Digital Trends
    • Petcube 2 lets you use Alexa to fling treats at your pets
    • Willow is back with an easier-to-use version of its smart breast pump
• Pic of the Week
  • Automated Sprinkler vs. Deer