Episode 372 - Pass Smear

On this episode of HomeTech: Ford and ADT team up for security on the road, 5G rollout halted over airplane safety concerns, Eero might be getting a new 6E model, new kit from Aqara, and Netflix continues to slow boil its customers with another small price increase. All this and more plus a “security focused” pic of the week!

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Show Notes

• 2022 TV features explained: HDR, HDMI 2.1, VRR, and more - The Verge
• HomeTech Headlines
  • Ford and ADT Join Forces
  • iOS 15.2.1 Update Fixed Homekit Vulnerability
  • AT&T, Verizon pause some new 5G after airlines raise alarm
  • Eero could be close to launching a Wi-Fi 6E mesh networking system - The Verge
  • URC’s Total Control Integrates With Comcast Xfinity - Residential Systems
  • Top 10 Smart Home Voice Commands of 2021 - CE Pro
  • New Aqara Devices
  • Inovelli's CEO Talks about their current situation
  • Netflix raises prices on all plans in US - The Verge
  • Rise in streaming services and the death of TV: Here’s what 2022 might bring in tech and telecom
• Pic of the Week
  • Security Passcode

Episode 371 - Matter or GTFO

On this episode of HomeTech: Huge new episode this week as not one, but two new hosts join the show to bring fresh and unique perspectives to the podcast. Gavin Campbell and TJ Huddleston are joining the podcast as full-time hosts and kick off the show by discussing new tech we saw from CES last week and a few HomeTech Headlines.

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Show Notes

• Share your projects with HomeTech
• HomeTech Headlines
  • ISE 2022 Postponed Until May Due to Health and Safety Concerns - CE Pro
  • Silicon Labs Z-Wave chipsets contain multiple vulnerabilities
• CES Discussion
  • Matter was a major star at CES 2022, but can it maintain its shine?
  • NXP’s new tri-radio chip makes it easy to add Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and Thread to smart home gadgets
  • Comcast’s new router includes Wi-Fi 6E, Zigbee, and Matter
  • Sengled’s newest smart bulb can track your heart rate
  • Cync is trying to build an affordable smart home ecosystem, and it might work
  • Samsung made a dedicated smart home dashboard, and we want one
  • Moen introduces a handle-free smart faucet at CES 2022
  • QD-OLED: Everything we know about the newest TV tech from Samsung and Sony
  • LG and Samsung to add NFT support to TVs
  • Netgear is turning its connected picture frame into a display for NFTs
  • Schlage unveils smart lock with support for HomeKit and home keys in the Wallet app
  • Arlo's new DIY home security system will compete with Ring and SimpliSafe
  • Unifi G4 Doorbell Pro - Youtube Video
  • Masonite M-Pwer Smart Door integrates smart lock, Ring doorbell, and more
• Pick of the Week
  • mui: Calm Design

Episode 370 - 7th Annual Fireside Chat

On this episode of HomeTech: Join us for the 2021 edition of the Technology.fm Fireside chat! This year, we are joined again by two special guests, Richard Gunther from the Home: On podcast and the Smart Home Show, and Adam Justice, Founder and CEO at ConnectSense and Richard’s co-host on the Smart Home Show. We share our perspectives on the biggest connected home trends of 2021 and make some predictions about the year ahead. Don’t miss it!

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Show Notes

• Matter
• The ASSA ABLOY Group - global leaders in access solutions | ASSA ABLOY
• Favorite Picks of 2021
  • Richard: Sync with PC - Sync smart lights with media | Philips Hue
  • Adam: Eight Sleep Pod Pro Cover
  • Seth: Flair Smart Vents and Wireless Thermostats
• Wink - A message regarding the recent outage
• Wyze iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test (Single Box with 2 Tests)
• Wyze Socks

Episode 369 - Bad British Passwords

This week on HomeTech, Sonos updates with DTS, politics targets tech in both the States and in the UK, Amazon launches inexpensive wifi lighting control, Ring looks up and down, and Lutron sends me a cool new toy to play with. All this and more on this week's HomeTech…

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Sonos S2 Operating System Updates Include DTS Digital Surround Sound - CE Pro
  • Sonos is rolling out DTS surround sound support | Engadget
  • President Biden Signs Secure Equipment Act, Increasing Restrictions on Foreign Security Products - CE Pro
  • UK Bill Bans Default Passwords; Fines Manufacturers, Integrators Up to £10M - CE Pro
  • Amazon releases four Amazon Basics smart switches - The Verge
  • Look Up, Down and Around With the New Pan-Tilt Mount for Stick Up Cam – The Ring Blog
• Review: Lutron Caseta Outdoor Switch
  • Snap in Clips for 3/4" PEX Tubing (80/bag)
  • Lutron Caseta 2-Pack In-Wall Smart Dimmer Switch Kit

Episode 368 - Hey, Sonos

This week in HomeTech: Google is getting better at watching you sleep, Sonos is getting a voice "assistant," and ADT goes solar… All this and, of course, a pic of the week!

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Google’s Nest Hub gets more sleep tracking features - The Verge
  • It looks like Sonos could release its own voice assistant soon – MobileSyrup
  • Snap One Partners with Voice Control Specialist Josh.ai on New Drivers, Exclusive Distribution - CE Pro
  • ADT Invests in Solar Market By Acquiring Sunpro Solar for $825M - CE Pro
  • Level raises $100M and acquires a smart apartment company - Stacey on IoT | Internet of Things news and analysis
• Pick of the Week
  • Scrypted