On this episode of HomeTech: WWDC 2019 is in the books and Apple wildly exceeded our (admittedly low) expectations. Tune in as we dissect all of the biggest stories from the event. We discuss HomeKit’s new Secure Video offering, HomeKit-enabled routers, significant updates to the Home App, new HomePod functionality, and much more. You don’t want to miss this one!

That plus the latest home tech headlines including: AT&T set to launch a new IP- based version of the full DirecTV product. SnapAV’s plan to begin distributing Yamaha products, complete with “deep” OvrC integration. Ecobee officially unveils its newest smart thermostat. Ikea’s new physical remote for Symfonisk and Sonos speakers. And more…

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Webinars | OneVision Resources
  • AT&T says new DirecTV service will ‘radically reshape’ the concept of television
  • Yamaha, MusicCast Join SnapAV OvrC Ecosystem with ‘Deep Integration’
  • Ecobee unveils its latest Alexa-powered smart thermostat
  • Philips May Add a Smart Plug to its Lineup of Smart Home Gizmos | Digital Trends
  • Ikea Debuts a Physical Remote Control for Symfonisk and Sonos Speakers | Digital Trends
• WWDC 2019
  • Everything Apple Announced at WWDC 2019 in Nine Minutes
  • HomeKit gets secure video and router support - Video
  • iOS 13 Includes Updated Home Interface, Support for AirPlay 2 Devices in Automations
  • HomePod Gaining Handoff Support, AirPods Get Audio Sharing Feature
  • tvOS 13: Everything We Know | MacRumors
  • Time, location triggers make Shortcuts more useful in iOS 13 | Cult of Mac
• Pick of the Week
  • AmpliFi Teleport