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March 19, 2021Episode 343 - Goodbye, Siri in a Can
This week on HomeTech: The Original Apple Homepod is discontinued, Sonos audio in autos, Google wants to watch you sleep, and of course, the Pick of the Week...
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Show Notes
HomeTech Headlines
Original HomePod Discontinued – 512 Pixels
Apple researching modular light switches to expand HomeKit | AppleInsider
Sonos partners with Audi to bring its audio tech to cars
Google's latest Nest Hub smart display detects motion to track your sleep | Engadget
With a new Nest Hub, Google wants an invite into your bedroom - Stacey on IoT | Internet of Things news and analysis
Pick of the Week
Zoom Escaper lets you sabotage your own meetings with audio problems, crying babies, and more
27 min
March 12, 2021Episode 342 - Roaming Around
This week on HomeTech: Big news from Sonos, a massive CCTV camera hack exposes over 150,000 cameras all over the world, Amazon might be working on robot, and of course, the Pick of the Week...
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Show Notes
HomeTech Headlines
Hackers Breach 150,000 Verkada Cameras, Gain Access to Live Feeds - CEPRO
Verkada Gave Various Employees Access To Any Camera Without Telling Customers
Amazon’s secret home robot Vesta reportedly in ‘late-prototype stage’ of development
Why an “Echo Show on Wheels” makes sense for Amazon
Sonos Roam Provides Music Lovers a Portable, Battery-Powered Smart Speaker - CEPRO
Pick of the Week
Hydroponics & Growers - Advance Grow Tents - AC Infinity
24 min
March 05, 2021Episode 341 - Absurdi-TVs
This week on HomeTech: News from Samsung about their 2021 TV lineup and plans for the future, Roku is watching you, 50% of homes have some type of smart tech, and of course, the Pick of the Week...
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Show Notes
HomeTech Headlines
Roku buys Nielsen tech to better target ads on traditional TV | Engadget
50% of US Households Now Own Smart Devices - CEPRO
Legrand Teams with Home Builder Taylor Morrison Home - CEPRO
C Seed Introduces Foldable 4K 165-inch M1 MicroLED TV - CEPRO
Samsung Announces Enhancements to TV Line - Residential Systems
Samsung The Sero smartphone-friendly TV is finally available to buy
Pick of the Week
Crestron Electronics, Inc.
30 min
February 26, 2021Episode 340 - Radar for Ring
This week on HomeTech: a new format for the show that "could" be exciting, a quick discussion on advertisments in IoT products, three new products announced (finally) in HomeTech Headlines, and a space nerd Pick of the Week...
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Show Notes
HomeTech Headlines
Ring’s Video Doorbell Pro 2 has built-in radar | Engadget
Former Pakedge Founders Take Aim at Cloud-based Lighting, UPS with PoEWit - CEPRO
Spotify Hi-Fi Ups Streaming Quality Ante, But Is It Worth It? - CEPRO
Alexa, stop spamming me. Hey Google, you too. - Stacey on IoT | Internet of Things news and analysis
Pick of the Week
Perseverance Rover’s Descent and Touchdown on Mars (Official NASA Video)
24 min
February 19, 2021Episode 339 - Shelly Hands On Review
This week on HomeTech a quick, hands-on review of Shelly.cloud lighting control devices that are small enough to fit inside a fixture or switch box, the week's HomeTech headlines, and the Pick of the Week...
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Show Notes
Apple Beta Software Program
HomeTech Headlines
Ring's leaked Pro 2 video doorbell may offer a higher resolution | Engadget
Amazon Ring’s End-to-End Encryption: What it Means
Wyze Bulb Color
Wyze Launches Color Bulbs
Home | Shelly Cloud
Shelly Shop USA
Shelly Cloud Product Catalog (PDF)
Pick of the Week
Starlink
23 min
February 12, 2021Episode 338 - One Ring (App) to Control Them All
There comes a time when every smart home product thinks it has what it takes to control everything through a single app. Is Ring the latest company that wants to give it a shot? This week's HomeTech Headline and some new ideas popping up here at HomeTech within the next few weeks, plus, the Pic of the Week.
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Show Notes
HomeTech Headlines
Ring Inks Big Deal with National Homebuilder Lennar - CEPRO
Lennar teams up with Ring for the smart home 2.0 - Stacey on IoT | Internet of Things news and analysis
Amazon Adds $4.99/Month Alexa Guard Plus Security Monitoring Service - CEPRO
Google Creates First-Ever Co-Branded Nest Thermostat for Smart Home Installation Firm - CEPRO
Pick of the Week
A lawyer using Zoom had to let a judge know that he wasn’t a cat after inadvertently activating a face filter
Mistakes from the Job Search: The Kitty Interview
Software Behind The ‘Cat Lawyer’ Viral Video Has Bedeviled Webcam Users For Years
23 min
January 29, 2021Episode 337 - The Next Chapter
This week’s episode features a major announcement—Jason is taking a step back from the podcast. After six years of doing the show, he’s shifting his focus to some new creative endeavors. First things first, don’t worry, HomeTech isn’t going anywhere; Seth is going to carry the torch forward.
We discuss Seth’s plans to continue with the show and explore Jason’s new project, which you can check out at pillarsofimpact.com. We also take the opportunity to look back at the biggest connected home stories since the show began back in February of 2014. It’s been a wild ride indeed!
Most importantly, Jason shares his sincere appreciation for the ongoing support of our wonderful community. Join us as we turn to the next chapter of HomeTech and give Jason a proper send-off!
Show Notes
Pillars of Impact
HomeTech Headlines
Ring’s new video doorbell is $60 – TechCrunch
Ring Video Doorbell Wired
Wink's home automation service has been down for a whole day
Wink Status
Savant Dealer Summit
❤️ Scot Van Uitert Recovery Fund
Pick fo the Week
Inauguration Day 2021 - Caddrillion
1 hr 5 min
January 22, 2021Episode 336 - Keurig Showers
On this episode of HomeTech: A look at CE Pro’s “State of the Industry” report. CEDIA to resume in-person training in March. Harrison Home Systems wins CTA Integrator of the Year. The US adds Xiaomi to a list of alleged Chinese military companies. Samsung brings SmartThings to the car. Several new releases from Philips Hue. Aromatherapy showers. And more…
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Show Notes
HomeTech Headlines
2021 CE Pro State of the Industry: Sheltered From the Storm - CEPRO
CEDIA In-Person Training Returns in March - CEPRO
Harrison Home Systems Named 2021 CTA Integrator of the Year - CEPRO
US adds Xiaomi to list of alleged Chinese military companies
Samsung is bringing SmartThings dashboard to Android Auto
Philips Hue launches a long-awaited light switch module and more
Shelly Cloud
Moen Aromatherapy
Pick of the Week
CE Pro Podcast #39: How to Enable Change & Embrace Service Business - CEPRO
31 min
January 15, 2021Episode 335 - Sound United's Brendon Stead plus our CES 2021 Wrap-up
On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Brendon Stead, Senior Vice President of Product Development & Engineering at Sound United. Our wide-ranging conversation covers Brendon’s lifelong passion for audio, a behind-the-scenes look at working with tech majors like Google, Amazon, and Apple, the evolving voice-control landscape, the impact of streaming services on the A/V market, and more. Brendon’s unique background and decades of experience in the business make this an interview you don’t want to miss.
That, plus a rundown of the coolest, weirdest, and most useful gadgets from CES 2021. And, because no CES show would be complete without a dive into the world of displays, we take a look at what the major TV makers are highlighting as we enter 2021.
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Show Notes
HomeTech Headlines
CES 2021's coolest new gadgets: Rollable phones, giant TVs, coronavirus killers
All the smart home products at CES 2021
myQ Pet Portal, a Smart Dog Door for your Pup
The Best TVs of CES 2021 | Digital Trends
Interview - Brendon Stead of Sound United
Pick of the Week
Netgate - pfSense Routers and Firewalls
1 hr 13 min
January 08, 2021Episode 334 - Bad News
On this episode of HomeTech: Industry mourns the loss of Crestron CTO, Fred Bargetzi. Samsung pushes its MICRO LED technology in the run-up to CES 2021. New TVs from Samsung can keep you honest during your home workouts. New streaming service, Discovery+, launches. ESPN+ raises its annual subscription prices. FBI warns smart home owners about “swatting” attacks. And more…
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Show Notes
TAP Method | Pillars of Impact
HomeTech Headlines
Industry Mourns Crestron's Fred Bargetzi - Residential Systems
Samsung MICRO LED Opens a New Era of Breathtaking Picture Quality and Design
Samsung's new TVs can track your workout reps and form
Discovery+ launches today, and it's available on Fire TV, Roku and more
The ESPN+ annual subscription is going up by $10
Peacock - Choose a Plan
FBI Issues Warning on Increased 'Swatting' Attacks Using Smart Home Devices - CEPRO
Pick of the Week
The Right Stuff
Challenger | Netflix Official Site
The Expanse (TV series) - Wikipedia)
33 min

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