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Episode 323: A Horse Named Chili

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TOPIC: Lady in a tube.

This week, Dan and Merlin unexpectedly end up doing a pretty deep dive on Amazon voice products and the evolving ecosystem around them. Which is way more interesting than it sounds.

Deep dive.

Links for this episode:

  • QI - "No Such Thing As A Fish" Podcast
    "A weekly podcast in which the QI researchers share their most interesting recent discoveries."
  • Chumby - Wikipedia
  • SMALT-The smart home device that elevates your dining experience
  • Introducing Echo Look - Hands-Free Camera and Style Assistant
  • Introducing Echo Show - Amazon Official Site
  • Paul Haddad on Twitter: "Introducing the Amazon Echo Show, for all those people who want a non-portable 7” $230 tablet! https://t.co/8iHwnzuHyb"
  • Amazon.com: Invoxia Smart Portable Speaker with Amazon Alexa, Grey: Home Audio & Theater
  • Amazon.com: Invoxia Smart Portable Speaker with Amazon Alexa, Grey: Home Audio & Theater
  • Triby - Smart Portable Speaker with Alexa Voice Service
  • Sonos | Wireless Speakers and Home Sound Systems
  • Amazon.com: Sonos PLAY:1 Compact Wireless Smart Speaker for Streaming Music (Black): Electronics
  • Amazon.com: Sonos PLAY:3 Mid-Sized Wireless Smart Speaker for Streaming Music (Black): Electronics
  • Amazon Echo Now Lets You Control Your Sonos Speakers | WIRED
  • Connected #141: The Espresso Debacle - Relay FM
    The band is back together just in time to talk about Federico's new iPhone case, the Echo Show, Phil Schiller's comments on App Store upgrade pricing and more.
  • Bluetooth Headphones Mega-Review – Marco.org
    Merlin loves these: "Plantronics BackBeat PRO 2: $200. Excellent all-around package, with great sound, comfort, and controls at a great price."
  • Hulu Live TV has the potential for greatness, but it's a tough sell
  • Watch Live TV Online and Stream On-demand | Hulu
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