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Episode 279 - Smart-Home Cheers and Consumer Fears with Brad Russell of Parks Associates
01 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Brad Russel, Parks Associates’ Research Director, Connected Home. A leading market research and consul...
Episode 278 - WiFi -3
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Researchers have found a way to extend WiFi (sort of) up to 200 ft. SpaceX plans to launch satellite-based low latency br...
Episode 277 - "Back" at It
18 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We take a deep dive into the numerous smart home announcements unveiled by Google during their recent Pixel event. Plus t...
Episode 276 - Stanky Stankey
04 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: YouTube TV is finally available on Fire TV devices. A feud between Dish and Fox leaves sports fans in the cold. Next-gen ...
Episode 275 - CEDIA 2019 Wrap-Up
27 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Join us on this jam-packed edition as we wrap up another big CEDIA show! Our discussion includes some of the biggest tren...
Episode 274 - CEDIA 2019 From the Floor
17 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We take a break from working the big show to chat about a few quick observations we had at CEDIA 2019. We’ll be back ne...
Episode 273 - CEDIA 2019 Preview
06 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Giles Sutton, CEDIA’s VP of Industry Engagement, to get his take on the upcoming EXPO in Denver! Giles...
Episode 272 - Bravo, Bravas
30 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Crestron OS 3 officially launches. Lutron sues Savant over Palladiom knock-off (err… competitor). Details emerge on Goo...
Episode 271 - Bringing Smarts to the Breaker Box with Leviton's Justin Berghoff
23 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Justin Berghoff, Leviton’s Director of Business Development & Product Management. Justin joins us to d...
Episode 270 - The TV Fairy
16 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 billio...
Episode 269 - "Ooverseeopoly"
09 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Jason and Seth are both back to discuss this week’s news in Home Technology
Episode 268 - Non-Profit Technology Companies
02 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: SnapAV and Control4 complete their merger, Locast lawsuits get started, AT&T rebrands something, and Seth takes a swing a...
Episode 267 - Can We Stop Talking About Prime Day Now?
19 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: SnapAV continues to gobble up distributors, acquiring north west-based Custom Plus. Are rumors of HAI’s demise greatly ...
Episode 266 - Newman!
12 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: IKEA saves American podcasters from the embarrassment of trying to pronounce Trádfri by rebranding the line to “Home S...
Episode 265 - Dumpster Fire Sausage
05 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Massive hacks and data breaches expose 2 billion home automation records, Alexa will never delete those secrets you told ...
Episode 264 - Throwbacks and Throw Rugs
29 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: FCC filings reveal a new TiVo Edge DVR. Dish unveils a new internet and live-streaming bundle aimed at apartment dwellers...
Episode 263 - Projects Project with Matthew G aka VMU_kiss
21 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Join us for a very special installment of the “Projects Project”! We are pleased to welcome Matthew G, who Reddit use...
Episode 262 - Solo Flight
15 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Jason takes a rare solo flight as Seth enjoys hard-earned vacation. He dives into the latest home tech headlines includin...
Episode 261 - WWDC 2019 Wrap-Up
07 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: WWDC 2019 is in the books and Apple wildly exceeded our (admittedly low) expectations. Tune in as we dissect all of the b...
Episode 260 - A Chat with abode systems' CEO, Chris Carney
31 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We welcome Chris Carney, CEO and co-founder of abode systems, onto the show. Chris joins us to discuss abode’s robust a...
Episode 259 - The Future of Remote Systems Management
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We explore the current state of remote systems management (RSM). Not long ago, four major players existed in the market—...
Episode 258 - Saying "Alexa" as Many Times as Possible with Guest Co-Host Richard Gunther
17 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Guest co-host Richard Guther joins Seth and discusses the weeks news including the Control4/SnapAV merger, Alexa getting...
Episode 257 - Does Not Work with Nest
10 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We take a deep dive into Alphabet’s decision to bring Google Home, Nest, Chromecast, and Google WiFi all under a new u...
Episode 256 - Dream Machine
03 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: The CE Pro 100 list for 2019 is out. A look at Savant’s new architectural POE speakers. Wyze releases their new (insane...
Episode 255 - Projects Project with Anthony Raynor
26 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Jason goes solo to cover the week’s news and a Projects Project interview with long time listener and supporter of the ...
Episode 254 - Shake it Off
19 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: SnapAV throws their hat in the security ring. Who is Logitech’s new remote really for? Amazon rumored to be working on ...
Episode 253 - Is That a Lamp??
12 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Popular automation app, Stringify, announces imminent shutdown. Is the Wink Hub on life support? The truth behind Amazon’...
Episode 252 - Live from Glendive Montana
05 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Google accidentally leaks the forthcoming Nest Hub Max smart display. Resideo acquires water monitoring solution provider...
Episode 251 - Apple TV+ (or Minus)
29 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Join us as we dissect Apple’s long-awaited streaming TV service, Apple TV+, as well as their updated Apple TV app and n...
Episode 250 - Martin Plaehn of Control4
22 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this very special 250th episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Control4’s CEO, Martin Plaehn. As the CEO of one of the largest companies in the pr...
Episode 249 - All the World's a Coffee Table
15 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Guest co-host Cody Crossland joins the show to chat about Apple Music becoming more ubiquitous, how crime does in fact pa...
Episode 248 - Social Robots
08 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Amazon pulls the plug on Dash Buttons. Thoughts on Apple’s quietly-acquired patents from failed smart home startup, Lig...
Episode 247 - Token Apple TV Speculation
01 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: the latest home tech headlines including: A look at SnapAV’s new partnership with Clare Controls and Alula. The Home Te...
Episode 246 - Exploring WiSA with Tony Ostrom
22 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Tony Ostrom, President of the WiSA Association. Tony shares everything you need to know about this excit...
Episode 245 - "Member of Excellence" with CEDIA's Giles Sutton
15 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Giles Sutton, CEDIA’s SVP of Industry Engagement. We discuss the organization’s new “Member of Exc...
Episode 244 - Why Control4 Acquired NEEO
08 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We discuss Control4’s recent acquisition of NEEO including what’s in it for both companies, the end of the road for t...
Episode 243 - The Patriot Bowl
01 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Kick off your Super Bowl weekend us as we cover the latest headlines in the smart home including: Sonos lowers prices and...
Episode 242 - Streaming's Golden Age?
25 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Seth and Jason sit down to discuss the latest home tech headlines including: Abode adds HomeKit to its new hub. Atlona ge...
Episode 241 - Meet ConnectSense with Adam Justice
18 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Adam Justice, CEO and Founder of ConnectSense. We discuss the company’s new Smart Outlet 2, as well as...
Episode 240 - CES 2019 Wrap-Up!
11 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Join us as we discuss all the biggest stories from CES 2019! This year’s event was jam-packed with big releases and eme...
Episode 239 - Projects Project with Cody Crossland
04 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Seth and guest co-host Cody Crossland chat about the week’s sparse headlines and chat about the technology in Cody’s ...
Episode 238 - To Inifi-K and Beyond!
21 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: Jason and Seth sit down for the last episode if the year and catch up on all the news stories. They also talk about a rea...
Episode 237 - The 4th Annual Fireside Chat Special
14 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this very special episode of HomeTech: Join us as we look back on the biggest smart home stories of 2018 on our fourth annual Fireside Chat! As in ...
Episode 236 - Projects Project with James Ratcliffe of Homeplay
30 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by James Ratcliffe, owner of Homeplay, for a special edition of our “Projects Project”. A custom integr...
Episode 235 - HomeTech's 2018 Black Friday Special
21 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: the latest home tech headlines plus our annual Black Friday roundup! There are great some really great deals on ...
Episode 234 - Getting to Know Caavo with Ashish Aggarwal
16 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Ashish Aggarwal, Co-Founder of Caavo. Ashish discusses the company’s novel approach to simpli...
Episode 233 - HBO Goes Dark
09 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: The Dish Network-HBO feud that hurts no one but consumers. Did you catch the first-even National #SmartHomeDay? ...
Episode 232 - Wires Matter
02 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: We wrap-up the biggest stories from Apple’s hardware event, share what’s on our current streaming watch list...
Episode 231 - Bye Bye Buzzer
26 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: We say goodbye to the Alexa buzzer. Streaming TV services on pace to grab 25% of the market by 2022. Google Play...
Episode 230 - Silver Linings
19 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: Amazon plugs a big hole in Echo’s whole-house audio function. SimpliSafe releases a new doorbell cam. An inter...
Episode 229 - Is RSM Dead?
12 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: The latest in home tech headlines including Google’s big October announcements, and a “non-hyperbolic” que...
Episode 228 - Billions in TP and Oreos
05 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: The latest in home tech headlines including;Speculation on Google’s big press event on Oct 9thThe world’s mo...
Episode 227 - Stupid Microwaves
21 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: Join as we discuss a busy week in home tech headlines including:Leaked images of the new Google Home HubHulu bol...
Episode 226 - 🛴 CEDIA 2018 Wrap-Up! #NerdsOnBirds
18 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of HomeTech: Our annual, super-sized CEDIA wrap-up special! This year, we are joined by Richard Gunther of the Digital Media ...
Episode 225 - CEDIA 2018 Hot Take
09 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up on the CEDIA show floor for a quick show on what we've seen this year at the CEDIA Expo. Fan of the show? Want to support our effort...
Episode 224 - HomeTech's CEDIA 2018 Preview
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Join us as we discuss the most important trends and technologies you should be looking for at CEDIA 2018 in S...
Episode 223 - It's Complicated...
24 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: the week's biggest home tech headlines, including:Netflix finalizes their purge of user reviewsNetflix t...
Episode 222 - Swimming with iPhones
17 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Jason shares his (successful) covert mission to get himself a new iPhone X. Plus, the latest home tech headli...
Episode 221 - Meet Flo with Gabriel Halimi
10 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Gabe Halimi, CEO and co-founder of Flo. An intelligent leak detection and water shutoff syst...
Episode 220 - Moist-P Technology
03 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Joel Sellinger, co-founder of LifeDoor, for an installment of our Startup Showcase series. L...
Episode 219 - "Smart Home is a Tough Space"
13 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We share our thoughts on the recently announced Sonos IPO, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities...
Episode 218 - Fireworks, Football, and Streaming Price Hikes
06 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We get together on the holiday week to catch up the latest. Jason has been shamed out of inaction on his slow...
Episode 217 - Projects Project with Joe Albian
29 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Joe Albian, a supporter of the show who shares his handy work on the latest installment of t...
Episode 216 - Exploring Plex
22 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Jason and Seth take a deep dive into Plex, a market-leading media server solution. From exploring the Plex&#x...
Episode 215 - Projects Project with Eric Hanes
15 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech Jason sits down to talk with Eric Hanes about the trials and tribulations it took to complete his home's ...
Episode 214 - WWDC 2018 Roundup
08 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech friend of the show Adam Justice joins us to review Apple's WWDC keynote and chat about what, if any, exci...
Episode 213 - Josh Micro and the State of AI with Josh.ai's Alex Capecelatro
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Alex Capecelatro, CEO and co-founder of Josh.ai, to discuss the latest at both his company a...
Episode 212 - Updates to Our Privacy Policy
25 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech:In light of their pending IPO, Sonos decides to bury the hatchet with HEOS,,, and lay off 96 employeesInsuranc...
Episode 211 - Revoked Tokens
18 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Settling the all-important "Laurel vs Yanni" debate. Plus...More hints emerge about Apple's vi...
Episode 210 - Google IO 2018
11 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Join us as we dissect Google IO 2018. In a very strong showing for the company, this year's conference f...
Episode 209 - The Amazon and Sonos Show
04 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: After a rare week off, we catch up on a busy couple of weeks in smart home news. Dominated mostly by Amazon a...
Episode 208 - Keeping Home Automation in the Home with Hubitat
20 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Patrick Stuart of Hubitat for our first-ever installment of the "Startup Showcase"...
Episode 207 - Fraudulent Photos
13 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Jason's voice comes back from the dead. A defense of physical media from the HomeTech mailbag. A pic-of-...
Episode 206 - Projects Project with Keith Watson
06 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Keith Watson for a very special installment of the projects project. Keith, who is blind as ...
Episode 205 - Talkin' TV Tech
30 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Several major TV manufacturers just released pricing and ship dates on their 2018 displays. As it happens, Ja...
Episode 204 - The 'S' in 'IoT' Stands for 'Security'
23 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech:Siri's journey has never been a smooth one.Alexa might be getting a little less wordy.Nest launches a rem...
Episode 203 - Ecobee and the Amazing, Wonderful, not Bad, Very Good Week
16 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Alexa acting like a creeper. Samsung's 2018 QLEDs put Bixby and SmartThings in the spotlight. An outdoor...
Episode 202 - Comparing Mesh WiFi Systems
09 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Jason is in the market for a new WiFi system and he's been doing his research. Join us as we dissect the...
Episode 201 - Supercharging SmartThings with Gavin Campbell
02 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Gavin Campbell, a member of the HomeTech community and DIY smart home enthusiast, for anothe...
Episode 200 - A Look Forward and a Look Back!
23 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's very special edition of HomeTech: Join us as we celebrate episode 200! Replete with brand new show music, we take advantage of thi...
Episode 199 - The HomePod Verdict
16 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Some updates for the cord-cutters including 60 fps service from Hulu, new channels (and a slight price increa...
Episode 198 - End of an Era
09 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Catching up on a busy week in the connected home, including: Cord-cutting Super Bowl mishaps. Expanded YouTu...
Episode 197 - Home Tech Gallery with Stuart Burgess
02 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: we are joined by Stuart Burgess, founding member of the Home Tech Gallery, a community for home technology ...
Episode 196 - HomePod... Where's the Beef?
26 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Seth and Jason discuss a big week in smart home news including: Silicon Labs' acquisition of Z-Wave tech...
Episode 195 - AI Trolling with Richard Gunther
19 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Special guest host Richard Gunther of The Digital Media Zone fills in for Jason and we discuss Google, Googl...
Episode 194 - CES 2018 Plus a Chat with Digital Delight's JJ Canon
12 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by JJ Canon, owner of Digital Delight. Based in Houston, TX, this one-time "traditional&qu...
Episode 193 - Control4's Ihiji Acquisition and More with Brad Hintze
05 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Happy New Year's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Control4's Director of Product Marketing, Brad Hintze, to discuss...
Episode 192 - Happy 2018!
29 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week is just a quick update and announcement for our new YouTube channel. Thank you for a wonderful 2017!Fan of the show? Want to support our ef...
Episode 191 - Tech for Tech's Sake
22 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: A roundup of the week's biggest stories including: HomeKit locked the door but gave away the key. YouTub...
Episode 190 - The 3rd Annual Technology.fm Fireside Chat
15 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's very special episode of HomeTech: We are joined by fellow podcasters Mike Wolf, of the Smart Home Show and the Smart Kitchen Pod...
Episode 189 - Good Buttons and Bad Buttons
08 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We play catch up after the holiday and cover news stories from the past few weeks. Jim Beam gets smart with ...
Episode 188 - No Siri for You!
24 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Jason joins us from the OneVision Resources HQ in Boston. Alongside him is Joey Kolchinsky, OneVision's ...
Episode 187 - #fakeHDR
17 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Nerd tips. Private dreamliners. A novel next-gen UI from Loxone. Logitech's about-face. Smart homes, and...
Episode 186 - Welcome to Planet NEEO with Raphael Oberholzer
10 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: The NEEO remote is finally shipping, and we are joined by Raphael Oberholzer, the company's founder, to ...
Episode 185 - A Certification that Matters with Josh Christian of HTA
03 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Josh Christian, Director of Certification at the Home Technology Association. The HTA is a n...
Episode 184 - Amazon in da House!
27 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: No need to knock, Amazon, just c'mon in. What the August acquisition could mean for the smart lock marke...
Episode 183 - Internet of Landfill
22 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: KRACK... no, you shouldn't panic. Details on Amazon's "Custom Home Services" program, why...
Episode 182 - Amalgamation
13 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Seth and Jason dissect the biggest news in the smart home including - Google Home Mini gives new definition t...
Episode 181 - HomeKitty
06 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of HomeTech: Seth and Jason recap one of the busiest home technology weeks in recent memory. New hardware and integrations...
Episode 180 - Amazon Echo Updates
29 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week is a quick and short show to cover the highlights from the surprise Amazon hardware event. New Echos, FireTV, Buttons, and more!Show NotesAD...