Episode 331 - AI for the Luxury Home with Josh.ai's Alex Capecelatro

On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Alex Capecelatro, CEO of Josh.ai. Our first three-time guest on the podcast, Alex joins us to discuss the company’s upcoming product releases—the Nano and Core. At just over the size of a quarter, the Nano is billed as the world’s first architectural voice-control microphone. Backing up the Nano is the Core, a processor designed specifically to meet the AI and voice-control needs of the most demanding clients. We discuss some of the unique design challenges associated with bringing these products to market, how Josh.ai has continued to evolve based on dealer and client feedback, Alex’s thoughts on the overall AI landscape, and much more.

That, plus the latest home tech headlines, including: Logitech releases a new HomeKit-enabled video doorbell. Hulu’s watch party functionality is now available to all users. Warner Bros. unveils a day and date strategy for all of its 2021 theatrical releases. Google adds Apple Music support to its smart speakers. Samsung adds Google Nest integration to its SmartThings platform. Wyze unveils a new security system that’s shockingly cheap, even by Wyze standards. And more…

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Logitech’s new Circle View Wired Doorbell is the first to support HomeKit Secure Video
  • Hulu's Watch Parties are now available to all subscribers
  • Warner Bros. to Debut 2021 Movies in Theaters, HBO Max Simultaneously - CEPRO
  • Google adds Apple Music support to Assistant smart speakers and displays
  • Samsung SmartThings Platform Adds Google Nest Integration - CEPRO
  • Wyze’s new DIY home security system is dirt cheap
• Interview: Josh.ai | Voice Control - Artificial Intelligence - Smart Home Automation
• Pick of the Week
  • Around this time of year, people who strung their Christmas lights the wrong way start wandering into hardware stores looking for what they later find out is often called a "suicide cable." - @kobunheat

Episode 330 - Inovelli's Eric Hines

On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Eric Hines, CEO of Inovelli. Eric shares how he merged his passion for connected home technology with his professional marketing background to form his smart lighting company. In addition to exploring their current lineup of Z-Wave lighting products, we discuss the company’s uniquely transparent approach to engaging with its users. Eric also shares numerous insights about what it’s like to launch a connected home product company from scratch.

That, plus the latest home tech headlines including: A quick recap of this year’s Cyber Monday numbers. CEDIA announces interim co-CEOs. Comcast to cap internet usage in some areas. The Quibi shutdown is complete. Wyze comes out with a $20 smartwatch. And more…

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • These Were the Most Popular Tech Items During Cyber Monday | Digital Trends
  • CEDIA announces interim Co-CEOs
  • Comcast to Cap Internet Usage of Customers in More Than a Dozen U.S. States - CEPRO
  • Quibi Will Cease Service Around Dec. 1, Says It Doesn’t Know Whether Any Content Will Be Available Elsewhere Afterward
  • Wyze announces $20 smartwatch with nine-day battery life
• Interview - Eric Hines - Inovelli
  • Fan & Light Switch (Project Hurricane)
• Pick of the Week
  • The Onion’s Guide To Streaming Services
  • A Brief Compendium of When Buttons Ruled the Earth

Episode 329 - Black Friday Special

On this episode of HomeTech: Join us for a special Thanksgiving edition. We discuss some of the best home tech Black Friday deals including bargains on mesh WiFi products, smart speakers and displays, TVs, security systems, and more. That, plus we share a few things we’re grateful for as we enter the home stretch of a very bumpy 2020. Thank you for supporting the show! We wish you and yours a happy and healthy Thanksgiving weekend!

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Show Notes

• Black Friday Deals
  • Batteries!
  • Best Black Friday deals on smart home tech
  • Amcrest Doorbell $79 (coupon checkbox)
  • Twinkly
  • Twinkly Pro
• Pick of the Week
  • Email a dumpster fire

Episode 328 - Wyze Guys

On this episode of HomeTech: Big personnel moves at SnapAV including the departure of Charlie Kindel. Kaleidescape brings on a new CEO and VP of Marketing. Wyze continues its run of new product launches with a smart sprinkler controller. Hulu raises the price of its live TV service. Sonos introduces a paid tier of its Sonos Radio service. And more…

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Show Notes

• HomePod Mini
• Unifi Protect G4 Doorbell
• HomeTech Headlines
  • SnapAV Adds Greg Simmons in Exec Role; Charlie Kindel to Depart - CEPRO
  • Kaleidescape Names Software Exec as New CEO - CEPRO
  • Wyze continues flood of new products, releasing smart sprinkler controller for yard care
  • Hulu with Live TV increasing its price to $65 a month
  • Hulu with Live TV increasing its price to $65 a month
  • Sonos Introduces Sonos Radio HD - Residential Systems
• Pick of the Week
  • Channels App - Custom Raspberry Pi Image

Episode 327 - Redefining the TV Experience with Dabkick's Balaji Krishnan

On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Balaji Krishnan, Founder and CEO of Dabkick. Balaji joins us to discuss his company’s new streaming device, Dabby. This device takes a unique approach to the TV experience by eliminating many of the friction points common in today’s streaming-first environment including user fatigue around managing multiple subscriptions, navigating multiple apps, and the dreaded content decision fatigue. The product’s “Watch Together” service also offers users a slick new way to enjoy movies and shows with remotely-located friends and family. We discuss Balaji’s deep background in the streaming video space, what inspired him to develop this innovative product, and how they hope to redefine the TV experience.

That, plus a busy week in home tech headlines including: A look at Josh.ai’s new Nano and Core products. Wyze gets into the vacuum game. Comcast launches a new DIY security system. ADT and Google accelerate their plans to launch a new smart home platform. Netflix tests a linear-style TV service in France. And more…

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Josh.ai Keynote
  • The Invisible Josh Nano - Residential Systems
  • Wyze’s $199 robot vacuum will start cleaning carpets in 2021
  • Comcast takes on Ring with its own DIY home security system
  • New ADT + Google Platform to Hit Market in Late 2021 - CEPRO
  • Slingbox server shutdown will kill every box in two years
  • Netflix is testing a linear-style TV channel in France
  • CEDIA Propel Affinity Program Targets Emerging Suppliers - CEPRO
• Interview - Dabby - Ultimate streaming device (Promo code: JPOD2020)
• Pick of the Week
  • Ring Doorbells Are Being Recalled for This Frightening Reason
  • The "New Instructions"