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September 16, 2021STT 96: A Tour of Dan Moren's Smart Home - Lutron Caséta, Kobo Libra H20, Homebridge on Synology
Lutron Caséta, Kobo Libra H20, Homebridge on Synology
Logitech built Bolt to make wireless mice and keyboards work better
Apple announces new Apple Watch Series 7
How to reset your Apple Watch fitness calibration for more accurate Workout and Activity data
A Short History of Every Time Apple CEO Tim Cook Praised Augmented Reality
Apple's updated leather MagSafe wallet supports Find My location tracking
Nintendo finally adds Bluetooth audio to the Switch in a new software update
LG's outrageous direct-view LED TV tops out at 325 inches, $1.7 million
T-Mobile is rolling out a new '5G UC' icon for iPhones to tell when you have real 5G
Polaroid's new Now+ camera links to app with more creative capabilities
Sonos' second-gen Beam soundbar supports Dolby Atmos

Picks of the week
Dan: Kobo Libra H20
Mikah: reMarkable 2

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren
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1 hr 20 min
September 09, 2021STT 95: Roomba Dodges Dog Poo - Ray-Ban Stories, Amazon's new TVs, Roomba's poo update
Ray-Ban Stories, Amazon's new TVs, Roomba's poo update
Facebook's Ray-Ban Stories make the case for smart glasses
Amazon is officially making its own smart TVs
Luna's Couch feature enables co-op play even if your friends aren't subscribers
Flic Twist is Coming
Fi Series 2 smart collar review: Peace of mind for an active dog and its busy human
Hiro revamps home insurance for smart homeowners
New iRobot Roomba j7+ can dodge pet poo
Sony HT-A5000 soundbar goes vertical for true surround sound
Logitech's Logi Dock is an all-in-one conferencing and USB-C dock solution
Microsoft Teams is getting more hybrid work improvements and Apple CarPlay support
Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with AirPlay 2 & Dolby Atmos now available
Control Meross' affordable new Wi-Fi air purifier with HomeKit
How I saved money on HomeKit smart bulbs with Philips Wiz and a Raspberry Pi
Aqara Hub M2 review: An affordable way to add HomeKit sensors to your home
Thinka launches the first certified HomeKit controller for Z-Wave
The Rayz Rally Pro is the first "Designed for Google Meet" device
Google Home adds 'Air Quality' setting for Nest Hub AQI
Google investigating Lenovo smart display software issues
Google Photos Expands Print Service with More Sizes, Unlimited Volumes
Google Assistant rolling out a new trigger that starts routines when dismissing an alarm

Picks of the week
Matthew: TOLOCO Massage Gun
Mikah: Awair Element

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
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1 hr 53 min
September 02, 2021STT 94: Now Alexa Can Shout - Alexa's adaptive volume, Philips Hue's Spotify sync, HOOBS 4
Alexa's adaptive volume, Philips Hue's Spotify sync, HOOBS 4
Amazon's new 'adaptive volume' will make Alexa speak louder when it's noisy
Amazon taps its SocialBot challenge to boost conversational AI
Amazon may soon stream live performances to Echo speakers
Philips Hue partners with Spotify to turn all your lights into a music visualizer
Philips Hue Wants to Put a Smart Light in Every Room in Your House
Home Depot releases its own smart home app
SimpliSafe finally adds an outdoor camera to its 'whole home' security
Assistant 'Quick phrases' will let you skip 'Hey Google'
Google Assistant adds support for Daylong Routines
New Nest Cam will get a web portal, manual clips eventually
Level & Rocky Mountain Hardware, VOCOlinc gone
Eve Thermo updated to support Thread
Spigen AirPods Pro AirTag case arrives with item finder
A cheap, reliable remote for Apple TV
Nanoleaf Essentials Lightstrip review: Bright, colorful, and Thread-enabled
HOOBS 4 levels up Homebridge with new features
Electrify America Announces New 'One Stop' Mobile Solution for Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
Samsung Can Remotely Disable Any of Its TVs Worldwide
You can watch loads of classic Pokemon shows for free on the Switch
Movies Anywhere is using AI to create lists of the movies you own

Picks of the week
Matthew: Weather on the Way: Road Trip
Mikah: Mack's Foam Earplugs

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
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1 hr 21 min
August 26, 2021STT 93: A Tour of Jason Howell's Smart Home - AirTags screen protectors, Fitbit Luxe, Donda Stem player
AirTags screen protectors, Fitbit Luxe, Donda Stem player
This is what Apple's AirPods look like on the inside
The AudioStick is the easiest way to connect AirPods to your Switch
Netflix Now Offers Spatial Audio Support for iPhone and iPad
Someone's inexplicably gone and made AirTags 'screen protectors'
Leviton's second-generation Decora Dimmer review: Wi-Fi connected HomeKit switches
Why the app store model won't work for Alexa skill discovery
The New Oculus Quest feature can automatically sync VR photos and video clips to your phone
Google Nest Doorbell (2021) Review: Cheaper, but Not Better
Google Nest Doorbell (Battery) Review: Smart And Chunky
Google Shuts Down Android Auto Smartphone App
Google Health division dissolved as the company restructures
Fitbit adds ECG and stress-level scanning to its Charge fitness tracker
Fitbit Luxe review: Not as luxurious as the name suggests
Offline playback on Spotify's Wear OS app is rolling out now
YouTube Music Wear OS app finally released
A tour of Jason's smart home
The usefulness of Family Bell on Google Assistant
Kanye West's Donda Stem player
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic

Hosts: Matthew Cassinelli and Jason Howell
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1 hr 49 min
August 19, 2021STT 92: Matter Delayed: It's Not a Bad Thing - Galaxy Watch 4, Alexa's downfall, Matter's 2022 delay
Galaxy Watch 4, Alexa's downfall, Matter's 2022 delay
New Smart Home Standard Matter Is Delayed Until 2022
Building A Standard That Really "Matters" - Connectivity Standards Alliance
Galaxy Watch 4: Samsung's alone in making WearOS 3 smartwatches for now
Google Nest Hub might have its very own app launcher
Amazon, Alexa, and the Downfall of a Popular Name
Audio-Technica's updated M50x wireless headphones have multi-device support
Hands-on with Facebook's new VR for work app Horizon Workrooms
SmartThings embraces the edge and DIYers
Eve Aqua automates outdoor watering with HomeKit integration
Can I use Siri to control non-HomeKit devices?
Can I use Alexa to control HomeKit devices?
Meross MSG100HK Smart Garage Door Opener Review: Cheap HomeKit smarts for your garage door
How Long Does It Take To Charge An Apple Watch Battery?
Apple Fitness+ expanded with new 'Time to Walk' workout
Elago adds 3 multi-device chargers to MagSafe lineup
Apple's been playing it too MagSafe
McClockface' app offers the best clock widgets for your iPhone and iPad

Picks of the week
Matthew: Vestaboard
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
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1 hr 19 min
August 12, 2021STT 91: Your Smart Home Questions Answered - Automated lightsabers, A-L-E-X-A, soil sensors, SmartThings
Automated lightsabers, A-L-E-X-A, soil sensors, SmartThings
Oculus storage is going to double for the same price
Google Assistant Family Bell coming to phones, get checklist
Google adding Air Quality (AQI) info to Nest Hub in the US
Google Tasks redesign adds tabs for quick list switching
Google Maps will help you avoid crowded mass transit in way more cities
HomePod market share in the US still lags in comparison to Amazon and Google
HomeKit isn't quite ready to replace traditional security systems, but it's getting closer
Spotify's iOS app won't get AirPlay 2 support anytime soon
Lightwave Smart Series Light Switch review: The best HomeKit solution for UK users isn't perfect
Meross launches slimmer Smart LED Desk Lamp with touch and HomeKit controls
Apple MagSafe Battery Pack Review
Vacationing with an Apple Watch wrist camera: Memory insurance
Matthew's sunscreen Shortcut

Picks of the week
Matthew: 8Bitdo Media Remote for Xbox
Mikah: Nomad Goods: AirTag Accessories

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
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1 hr 27 min
August 05, 2021STT 90: A Tour of Rosemary Orchard's Smart Home - Aqara sensors, SwitchBot Curtain, Nanoleaf, Meross, and more
Aqara sensors, SwitchBot Curtain, Nanoleaf, Meross, and more
Drunk-driving provision could fuel demand for driver monitoring technology
Argo AI can now offer public rides in its autonomous vehicles in California
Yelp adds tools that let businesses share their COVID policies related to vaccines
Amazon's Halo band can share your heart rate with other apps and workout equipment
Peloton is updating its treadmills to again be useful without a subscription
Google leaks unannounced Nest security cameras on its own online store
Colleges across the US and Canada are adopting virtual student IDs
New version of AirPods Pro beta firmware features Conversation Boost
Meross MSG100HK Smart Garage Door Opener Review: Cheap HomeKit smarts for your garage door
IKEA confirms HomeKit support for its new smart air purifiers

Rosemary Orchard's Smart Home
Aqara
Signals App
Meross Light Strips
Yale Smart Locks
Hiome
Nanoleaf
SwitchBot Curtain

Picks of the week
Rosemary: Anker Nano II 65 Charger, PowerLine III Flow USB-C to USB-C 100W Cable
Mikah: Anker Car Mount Charger

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1 hr 31 min
July 29, 2021STT 89: Alexa: Ambient Computing - Alexa's new voice, Thread on Eero, Siri Shortcuts
Alexa's new voice, Thread on Eero, Siri Shortcuts
You can add Alexa to your Home screen with the new 'Ask Alexa' widget
'Good night' or 'bedtime', Alexa routines now support multiple phrases
Upcoming Thread support for Eero Routers
Google's redesigned Wear OS will only reach a few current smartwatches
SmartMi standing fan offers Google Assistant, battery power
Best hidden Android shortcuts
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, compared
A Non-Driver's Critique Of CarPlay Shows Accessible Infotainment Systems Help More Than The Driver
How to use Shortcuts & Siri to control your Apple TV
Some Siri commands for third-party apps will stop working with iOS 15
Everything New With Siri in iOS 15: On-Device Processing, Offline Support, Sharing, Improved Context, and More
7 tips and tricks to master your Apple Watch
Stats takes your health data and puts it into a widget on your Home screen
How to check Air Quality Index on your iPhone and Apple Watch
SmartMi P1 Air Purifier review: Custom convenience
Meross Launches Modular Smart LED Floor Lamp With HomeKit Support
Aqara launches new 3-in-1 HomeKit Air Quality Monitor with an E-ink display

Picks of the week
Matthew: PlayDate
Mikah: Anker USB Wall Outlet

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
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1 hr 32 min
July 22, 2021STT 88: Alexa (Ziggy) Live 2021 - Valve's Steam Deck, Google updates, Amazon's Alexa developer conference
Valve's Steam Deck, Google updates, Amazon's Alexa developer conference
The Steam Deck aims to kill the console once and for all
I'm Begging You to Use a VPN at Hotels
It's time for Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri to swear
Google Workspace users can now use Assistant on Nest Hub
Google TV update adds an option to manually clear out the 'Continue watching' row
Google Maps Timeline adds new monthly 'Insights' tab
Volley's Magic Word is a voice-based puzzle game on Google Assistant
New iOS 14.7, tvOS 14.7, and watchOS 7.6 updates expand ECG support and more
iOS 15 & watchOS 8 now let you install them with almost no available space
Amazon's Alexa voice options now include Shaq and Melissa McCarthy
Amazon will let devs compete for your Echo Show's screen and everything else Alexa just added
Amazon promises most Echo speakers will get upgraded to Matter
Amazon aims to inject new life into Alexa with the release of developer tools and features

Picks of the week
Matthew & Mikah: MagSafe Battery Pack
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
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1 hr 38 min
July 15, 2021STT 87: Radar Sleep Tracking - Netflix game streaming, Wyze light strips, Echo Dot data follow up
Netflix game streaming, Wyze light strips, Echo Dot data follow up
Netflix Is Expanding Into Video Games
Samsung Washing Machine App Requires Access to Your Contacts and Location
Samsung's SmartThings app can now track your energy usage
New Wyze light strips bring 32 feet of color-changing fun to your home decor
Amazon serialized fiction comes to iOS ahead of Kindle devices
Amazon eyes Soli-style radar sensors for sleep tracking and smart home
Amazon Echo Dots created by designer DvF
Amazon adds AirPlay 2 and HomeKit to Toshiba, Insignia Fire TVs
How to use Focus on your Apple Watch
Smarter iKettle lets Google Assistant put on some tea for you
elago R5 Locator Case launches with an AirTags slot - 9to5Toys
meross launches the HomeKit-enabled MDL110 Smart LED Desk Lamp
Nanoleaf Adds Thread Border Router Support to Shapes and Elements Light Panels [Update: Rollout Next Month]

Picks of the week
Matthew: Elgato FaceCam & Stream Deck Mk. 2
Mikah: Anker Cable Management Cord Keeper

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
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1 hr 48 min

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Smart Tech Today explains the exciting, dynamic, and sometimes-confusing subject that is the Internet of Things. Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli guide you through smart switches, lights, thermostats, speakers, and other connected tech. Every week, learn how to make the most of your smart tech.