On this episode of HomeTech: Researchers have found a way to extend WiFi (sort of) up to 200 ft. SpaceX plans to launch satellite-based low latency broadband service in 2020. Google Home update bricks some units. Homebuilders are ditching Nest. Voice assistants introduce a new kind of phishing attack. Best Buy takes on Amazon with free next-day deliveries for the holidays. Ikea’s long-awaited smart blinds are finally available in parts of the U.S. An interesting debate over Google’s decision to leave WiFi6 out of Google Nest WiFi. And more…

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Researchers Extend WiFi Range by 200 Feet
  • Google Home update leaves some speakers unusable
  • Report: Home builders ditch Nest products after Google takeover
  • Alexa and Google Home abused to eavesdrop and phish passwords
  • Best Buy takes on Amazon with free next-day deliveries
  • Ikea's Smart Blinds Finally Go on Sale in U.S., but Only in Certain Stores | Digital Trends
  • Google's Nest Wifi Won't Support Wi-Fi 6. Here's Why That's Shortsighted | Digital Trends
  • Wi-Fi 6, explained: how fast it really is
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