Episode 272 - Bravo, Bravas

On this episode of HomeTech: Crestron OS 3 officially launches. Lutron sues Savant over Palladiom knock-off (err… competitor). Details emerge on Google’s forthcoming Nest Mini. A new initiative from the UHD alliance takes aim at the dreaded soap opera effect. Disney+ offers a killer limited-time pre-order deal. Is the Bravas roll-up the sign of a new era in integration, or Via part 2? And much more…

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Happy Hour 2019 Info and RSVP
• A Vision for Profiting from Service Agreements - Residential Systems
• HomeTech Headlines
  • ‘Gamechanger’ Crestron Home OS 3 Officially Launches
  • Lutron Sues Savant Over Alleged Patent Infringement on 4-Button Keypad
  • Exclusive: Google plans 'Nest Mini' w/ mount, better sound - 9to5Google
  • New TVs May Automatically Disable the Awful Soap Opera Effect | Digital Trends
  • Disney Plus: Disney's streaming service opens preorders at a big discount
  • Disney Plus discount: Buy two years and get the third free
  • Another Big Industry Roll-up: Bravas Gets $75M Investment to Merge 15 Top Smart-Home Integrators
  • Bravas Group Sold to Private Equity Firm in $75 Million Deal - Strata-gee.com
• Pick of the Week
  • Milwaukee Packout: Before & After

Episode 271 - Bringing Smarts to the Breaker Box with Leviton's Justin Berghoff

On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Justin Berghoff, Leviton’s Director of Business Development & Product Management. Justin joins us to discuss the company’s Smart Load Center product line. A part of our homes so fundamental that most of us take it for granted, the breaker box was overdue for an intelligent upgrade. Join us to learn how Leviton’s product line is finally bringing circuit breakers into the 21st century.

That plus… Apple is reportedly targeting a November launch for Apple TV+. Ikea doubles down on their smart home strategy with the creation of a dedicated business unit. Amazon’s launches Custom Interfaces for Alexa to enhance connections with games and gadgets. Samsung’s about-face pivot to OLED displays. And much more…

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Happy Hour 2019 Info
• HomeTech Headlines
  • Apple Is Targeting Launch of Apple TV+ Service by November
  • IKEA smart blinds won't support HomeKit at launch after all - 9to5Mac
  • Ikea doubles down on smart home tech with new business unit – TechCrunch
  • Amazon launches Custom Interfaces for Alexa skills to deepen connections with games and gadgets
  • Samsung's Quantum OLED Plans Could Mean Better, Cheaper TVs for All | Digital Trends
• Interview
  • The Leviton Smart Load Center
• Pick of the Week
  • AmpliFi Teleport App

Episode 270 - The TV Fairy

On this episode of HomeTech: Can’t-miss CEDIA courses. A “save-the-date” for our CEDIA HomeTech happy hour. CBS and Viacom agree to a $30 billion merger. Is a portable speaker from Sonos finally in the offing? Cortana is getting kicked out of its own thermostat. A review of SnapAV’s new ultra-compact, WiFi WattBox. A new pro-focused Logitech remote. The TV Fairy visits residents of Virginia. And more…

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Show Notes

• CEDIA Courses
  • Selling Service: Strategies for Successfully Selling Service to New Clients and Existing Clients Alike
  • Successful Service Execution: Strategies for Creating a Quality Service Experience for your Clients
  • Transitioning Clients from Projects to Service: Strategies for Successfully Closing Projects and Transitioning Clients to Service
  • Greg's Classes:

• SAVE THE DATE: HomeTech Happy Hour 2019 Information
• HomeTech Headlines
  • Julie Jacobson’s Ultimate CEDIA Expo 2019 Preview
  • CBS and Viacom agree to sign $30 billion merger deal
  • This Is The Sonos Portable Speaker
  • Cortana is being Removed from its Own Thermostat
  • Samsung's Galaxy Home smart speaker is still alive, somehow
  • Review: WattBox 150 Series IP Power Controller - Residential Systems
  • Expansion Strategies for Smart Home - Residential Systems
  • Logitech Harmony Pro 2400 Advanced Remote, Hub and App
• Pick of the Week
  • Man wearing TV on head caught on camera leaving old TVs on Virginia front porches

Episode 269 - "Ooverseeopoly"

On this episode of HomeTech: Jason and Seth are both back to discuss this week’s news in Home Technology

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Show Notes

• Oh-ver-see or Oo-ver-see: Decide for yourself
• HomeTech Headlines
  • Amazon will disconnect Dash Buttons on August 31st
  • Arlo Pro Lines Now Do Apple HomeKit
  • IKEA's Sonos-powered speakers are available now
  • Josh.ai Announces Partnerships with Sonance and TRUFIG - Residential Systems
  • You Can Now Control Your Smart Lights From Your Alarm.com Panel
  • Pay TV is Dying, and Cable Providers are Partly to Blame
  • New Xfinity Feature, Xfi, Gives Parents Power Over Kids' Internet
• Pick of the Week
  • Kid hides from police in Bend, Oregon

Episode 268 - Non-Profit Technology Companies

On this episode of HomeTech: SnapAV and Control4 complete their merger, Locast lawsuits get started, AT&T rebrands something to AT&T something, and Seth takes a swing at recording a solo show and writing show notes while Jason is out of town… can you tell?

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Abode's DIY security system spruces up its Google Assistant controls
  • Facebook Approached Netflix, Disney to Support TV Chat Device
  • TV networks sue nonprofit to kill free TV service
  • Locast Has Found Unexpected Allies in DISH & AT&T’s DIRECTV - Cord Cutters News
  • DirecTV NOW rebranded as ‘AT&T TV NOW’- 9to5Mac
  • Upcoming Ecobee Camera Doubles As Echo Dot With Native Alexa
  • SnapAV and Control4 Combine to Transform Global Smart Home Industry
• Pic of the Week
  • Radio Shack Corporate Anthem