Episode 341 - Absurdi-TVs

This week on HomeTech: News from Samsung about their 2021 TV lineup and plans for the future, Roku is watching you, 50% of homes have some type of smart tech, and of course, the Pick of the Week...

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Roku buys Nielsen tech to better target ads on traditional TV | Engadget
  • 50% of US Households Now Own Smart Devices - CEPRO
  • Legrand Teams with Home Builder Taylor Morrison Home - CEPRO
  • C Seed Introduces Foldable 4K 165-inch M1 MicroLED TV - CEPRO
  • Samsung Announces Enhancements to TV Line - Residential Systems
  • Samsung The Sero smartphone-friendly TV is finally available to buy
• Pick of the Week
  • Crestron Electronics, Inc.

Episode 340 - Radar for Ring

This week on HomeTech: a new format for the show that "could" be exciting, a quick discussion on advertisments in IoT products, three new products announced (finally) in HomeTech Headlines, and a space nerd Pick of the Week...

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Ring’s Video Doorbell Pro 2 has built-in radar | Engadget
  • Former Pakedge Founders Take Aim at Cloud-based Lighting, UPS with PoEWit - CEPRO
  • Spotify Hi-Fi Ups Streaming Quality Ante, But Is It Worth It? - CEPRO
  • Alexa, stop spamming me. Hey Google, you too. - Stacey on IoT | Internet of Things news and analysis
• Pick of the Week
  • Perseverance Rover’s Descent and Touchdown on Mars (Official NASA Video)

Episode 339 - Shelly Hands On Review

This week on HomeTech a quick, hands-on review of Shelly.cloud lighting control devices that are small enough to fit inside a fixture or switch box, the week's HomeTech headlines, and the Pick of the Week...

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Show Notes

Apple Beta Software Program

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Ring's leaked Pro 2 video doorbell may offer a higher resolution | Engadget
  • Amazon Ring’s End-to-End Encryption: What it Means
  • Wyze Bulb Color
  • Wyze Launches Color Bulbs
  • Home | Shelly Cloud
  • Shelly Shop USA
  • Shelly Cloud Product Catalog (PDF)
• Pick of the Week
  • Starlink

Episode 338 - One Ring (App) to Control Them All

There comes a time when every smart home product thinks it has what it takes to control everything through a single app. Is Ring the latest company that wants to give it a shot? This week's HomeTech Headline and some new ideas popping up here at HomeTech within the next few weeks, plus, the Pic of the Week.

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Ring Inks Big Deal with National Homebuilder Lennar - CEPRO
  • Lennar teams up with Ring for the smart home 2.0 - Stacey on IoT | Internet of Things news and analysis
  • Amazon Adds $4.99/Month Alexa Guard Plus Security Monitoring Service - CEPRO
  • Google Creates First-Ever Co-Branded Nest Thermostat for Smart Home Installation Firm - CEPRO
• Pick of the Week
  • A lawyer using Zoom had to let a judge know that he wasn’t a cat after inadvertently activating a face filter
  • Mistakes from the Job Search: The Kitty Interview
  • Software Behind The ‘Cat Lawyer’ Viral Video Has Bedeviled Webcam Users For Years

Episode 337 - The Next Chapter

This week’s episode features a major announcement—Jason is taking a step back from the podcast. After six years of doing the show, he’s shifting his focus to some new creative endeavors. First things first, don’t worry, HomeTech isn’t going anywhere; Seth is going to carry the torch forward.

We discuss Seth’s plans to continue with the show and explore Jason’s new project, which you can check out at pillarsofimpact.com. We also take the opportunity to look back at the biggest connected home stories since the show began back in February of 2014. It’s been a wild ride indeed!

Most importantly, Jason shares his sincere appreciation for the ongoing support of our wonderful community. Join us as we turn to the next chapter of HomeTech and give Jason a proper send-off!

Show Notes

• Pillars of Impact
• HomeTech Headlines
  • Ring’s new video doorbell is $60 – TechCrunch
  • Ring Video Doorbell Wired
  • Wink's home automation service has been down for a whole day
  • Wink Status
  • Savant Dealer Summit
  • ❤️ Scot Van Uitert Recovery Fund
• Pick fo the Week
  • Inauguration Day 2021 - Caddrillion