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March 02, 2018 Episode 201 - Supercharging SmartThings with Gavin Campbell
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Gavin Campbell, a member of the HomeTech community and DIY smart home enthusiast, for another installment of the Projects Project. Gavin shares many of the tips and tricks he has used to super charge his SmartThings-based home. Tune in to learn how Gavin has created a highly-sophisticated smart home using inexpensive, DIY products (and a whole lot of elbow grease).
That plus... Google Assistant "Routines" will be available this spring. Can Xiaomi get Microsoft's smart speaker efforts on track? Samsung's long-awaited Bixby may finally arrive later this year. Rumors (emphasis on "rumors") emerge about smart speakers from Facebook. RIP Staples Connect. And Ring hits a massive pay day with its acquisition by Amazon.
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52 min
February 23, 2018Episode 200 - A Look Forward and a Look Back!
On this week's very special edition of HomeTech: Join us as we celebrate episode 200! Replete with brand new show music, we take advantage of this special occasion to introduce some new and exciting plans for the podcast. We also take a look back into the archives and discuss a handful of our favorite episodes from the past. Don't miss this!
And, of course, the latest home tech headlines including: Spotify getting into the hardware game. A big software update from NEEO. Google Assistant being activated in Nest Cam IQs. Cortana now supports IFTTT. The insanely-cheap $20 Wyze cam just got better. And more...
Thank you for being a part of the HomeTech community for these last 200 episodes! We look forward to many, many more!
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Show Notes
Apple HomePod Review: The Dumbest Smart Speaker?
Pic of the Week
NEEO - We Are Giants (Release 0.48.31)
Spotify is working on its first hardware product — an Amazon killer?
The Nest Cam IQ will soon transform into a Google Assistant
Microsoft expands Cortana for the smart home with IFTTT integrations
The WyzeCam is a $20 security camera, and it just got better
HomeTech 160: Having a GAFASM with Bruno Napoli
HomeTech 163: Unveiling the "Projects Project" with Rob Lombado
HomeTech 148: ISE Wrap Up Part 1
HomeTech 105: DIY Home Automation Roundup
HomeTech 165: Apple WWDC17 Wrap Up Special
HomeTech 150: Stuck in the Middle
50 min
February 23, 2018 Episode 200 - A Look Forward and a Look Back!
On this week's very special edition of HomeTech: Join us as we celebrate episode 200! Replete with brand new show music, we take advantage of this special occasion to introduce some new and exciting plans for the podcast. We also take a look back into the archives and discuss a handful of our favorite episodes from the past. Don't miss this!
And, of course, the latest home tech headlines including: Spotify getting into the hardware game. A big software update from NEEO. Google Assistant being activated in Nest Cam IQs. Cortana now supports IFTTT. The insanely-cheap $20 Wyze cam just got better. And more...
Thank you for being a part of the HomeTech community for these last 200 episodes! We look forward to many, many more!
Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!
50 min
February 16, 2018Episode 199 - The HomePod Verdict
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Some updates for the cord-cutters including 60 fps service from Hulu, new channels (and a slight price increase) for YouTube TV users, and a streaming device roundup. Thoughts on the Caavo box that has everyone talking. A 21st century take on "help, I've fallen and I can't get up". Seth's verdict from a week with the HomePod. And much more...
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Show Notes
Pic of the Week: Homeplay on Instagram: “This TV has a trick..."
Video Streaming Devices - Reviews
Hulu lost $920M in 2017, with more losses to come, analyst says
It’s here: Hulu with Live TV, now testing in 60FPS. - r/Hulu
YouTube TV Adding Turner Channels (and raising prices)
Apple TV app gains promised News section first shown in September
Caavo's spendy universal remote system does a lot -- just not enough
Caavo review: the future of remotes, a little too soon
Google Assistant Gets ‘Help’ Command for ‘Smart Senior Living’
HomePod Supplemental
Head to head, does the Apple HomePod really sound the best?
Consumer Reports: HomePod audio quality ‘very good’ but Google Home Max & Sonos One sound better
Apple admits HomePod may leave white ring on wood surfaces, recommends using elsewhere
HomePod review: Sounds great but limited information and home control
Apple HomePod Review: It Only Sounds Great
59 min
February 16, 2018 Episode 199 - The HomePod Verdict
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Some updates for the cord-cutters including 60 fps service from Hulu, new channels (and a slight price increase) for YouTube TV users, and a streaming device roundup. Thoughts on the Caavo box that has everyone talking. A 21st century take on "help, I've fallen and I can't get up". Seth's verdict from a week with the HomePod. And much more...
Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!
59 min
February 09, 2018Episode 198 - End of an Era
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Catching up on a busy week in the connected home, including: Cord-cutting Super Bowl mishaps. Expanded YouTube TV app support. Streaming options for the Winter Olympics as well as DirecTV's 4K HDR/Dolby Atmos coverage. Arlo spins off of Netgear with their own IPO. Nest rejoins Google to consolidate the company's smart home efforts. Control4's new CA-1 looks like a winner. WeMo announces a new HomeKit Bridge. Best Buy to stop selling CDs. And much more...
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Show Notes
Pic of the Week - Dance Like No One is Watching
YouTube TV now available natively on Apple TV | 9to5Mac
Roku users get another great streaming option with the arrival of YouTube TV
2018 Winter Olympics: how to watch online - The Verge
DirecTV offers on-demand 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos for Winter Olympics
Nest is rejoining Google to better compete with Amazon and Apple - The Verge
NETGEAR® Announces Planned Separation of its Arlo Business
Smart home camera maker Arlo will spread its wings, leave the Netgear nest
Control4 CA-1 Automation Controller Reviewed - ResidentialSystems.com
Control4’s New $350 Home Automation Hub: Affordable, Powerful IoT, no A/V - CE Pro
WeMo Bridge review: $40 adds HomeKit support to most WeMo products - Internet of Things
Best Buy will stop CD sales as digital music continues to take over
50 min
February 09, 2018 Episode 198 - End of an Era
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Catching up on a busy week in the connected home, including: Cord-cutting Super Bowl mishaps. Expanded YouTube TV app support. Streaming options for the Winter Olympics as well as DirecTV's 4K HDR/Dolby Atmos coverage. Arlo spins off of Netgear with their own IPO. Nest rejoins Google to consolidate the company's smart home efforts.Control4's new CA-1 looks like a winner. WeMo announces a new HomeKit Bridge. Best Buy to stop selling CD's. And much more...
Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!
50 min
February 02, 2018Episode 197 - Home Tech Gallery with Stuart Burgess
On this week's episode of HomeTech: we are joined by Stuart Burgess, founding member of the Home Tech Gallery, a community for home technology professionals to highlight their work. Stuart shares the story behind this exciting new initiative designed to bring increased awareness to the world of professionally installed connected home.
That plus... Jason dips his toes in the cut-the-cord water. Is a new voice coming for Alexa (or not)? Google Home is gaining ground on Alexa. The Sonos One is on special, and the price is not-so-coincidental. And more...
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Show Notes
New features for Tablo DVRs mean you won’t miss a second of your favorite show
Alexa Loses Her Voice – Amazon Super Bowl LII Commercial - YouTube
New data: Google Home faring better against Amazon Echo, grabbing 40% of U.S. holiday sales – GeekWire
Sonos Takes On Apple Homepod | Zatz Not Funny!
Home Tech Gallery
52 min
February 02, 2018 Episode 197 - Home Tech Gallery with Stuart Burgess
On this week's episode of HomeTech: we are joined by Stuart Burgess, founding member of the Home Tech Gallery, a community for home technology professionals to highlight their work. Stuart shares the story behind this exciting new initiative designed to bring increased awareness to the world of professionally installed connected home.
That plus... Jason dips his toes in the cut-the-cord water. Is a new voice coming for Alexa (or not)? Google Home is gaining ground on Alexa. The Sonos One is on special, and the price is not-so-coincidental. And more...
Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!
52 min
January 26, 2018Episode 196 - HomePod... Where's the Beef?
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Seth and Jason discuss a big week in smart home news including: Silicon Labs' acquisition of Z-Wave tech from Sigma Designs falls apart but does it really matter? Ring and ADT bury the hatchet. Some major features will be missing when Apple HomePod finally begins shipping on February 9. The death of Sonos UPnP integrations. And more...
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Show Notes
Pic of the Week - "Alexa, turn off Alexa."
Sigma Acquisition Collapses, but Silicon Labs Could Buy Z-Wave Assets for Cheap - CE Pro
Ring Settles with ADT in Zonoff Lawsuit, Acquires Lighting Co., Plans Spring Launch of Ring Alarm - CE Pro
HomePod arrives February 9, available to order this Friday - Apple
HomePod settings interface, volume controls, more shown off in new images from internal testers | 9to5Mac
HomePod will support lossless FLAC audio playback as it appeals to audiophiles | 9to5Mac
Apple's HomePod won't have multi-room or stereo audio at launch
New Sonos API Disrupts Home Automation Integration, But Lays Solid Foundation - CE Pro
41 min

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