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STT 76: Explaining Thread Enthusiasm - Google Assistant updates, LTE trackers, and why Thread's exciting

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Google Assistant updates, LTE trackers, and why Thread's exciting

  • Google Fixes Two Annoying Quirks in Its Voice Assistant
  • Nest Hub may soon be the center of your hotel room
  • Sonos Roam is a nearly perfect portable Assistant
  • Garmin's 2 new smartwatches want to make the casual athlete more advanced
  • The Jiobit GPS Tracker Changed My Tune on Toddler Surveillance
  • T-Mobile launches LTE-based SyncUp Tracker
  • Lutron Caseta Outdoor Smart Plug Review: Flexibility in the garden
  • Eve launches updated Eve Energy HomeKit smart plug with Thread
  • Discover your Thread Network
  • Apple iOS 14.5 update includes diverse Siri voices, map upgrades, and a way to unlock your phone with Apple Watch
  • How to change Siri's voice in iOS 14.5
  • Set Spotify as Siri's Preferred Audio Player in iOS 14.5 for Music, Podcasts & Audiobooks
  • Accidents in Apple Maps: How to report incidents and more
  • iOS 14.5: How to Use AirPlay 2 With Apple Fitness+

    • Dan asks about Mikah's excitement regarding Wemo's new Thread-ready HomeKit scene controller.
    • Bob shares an excellent tip for setting up HomeKit automation with the Home app and the Eve app.


      • Picks of the week

      • Matthew: How to control HomeKit with the Elgato Stream Deck
      • Mikah: Aqara Wireless Mini Switch & Aqara Smart Hub

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