Episode 158 - Ok Google, Listen to HomeTech

On this week's episode of HomeTech: What "OK Google" hacks show us about the challenge of wake words. Lutron continues their consumer market penetration with a new Caseta integration. Amazon takes their Echo integrations to a whole new level. Bose on the receiving end of a ludicrous lawsuit. Logitech Pop buttons get a HomeKit integration. The significance of embedded Sling TV in LG's displays. The staggering amounts of money being spent on original video content by OTT providers. And much more...PS - Don't forget to head over to our new "Projects" page to let us know what you're working on, and you could be featured on a future episode of the podcast!Fan of the podcast? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech Projects ProjectGoogle shuts down Burger King's cunning TV ad | The VergeGoogle may combine Home and Wi-Fi hub into a single productGoogle Home gets CasetaAmazon Opens Echo Voice-Processing Tech to Third-Party Mfgs.The Ecobee4 thermostat will come with integrated Alexa controls - The VergeBose ‘Wiretaps’ Users, Mines Personal Data from Wireless Headphone App, Lawsuit Alleges - CE ProLogitech’s customizable Pop buttons can now be connected to Apple’s HomeKitFibaro Brings New Premium Consumer Smart Home Hub with Compatible Key Fob to the U.S.Sling TV becomes the first live TV streaming service on LG’s Smart TVsRoku signs multiyear licensing deal with Tivo, but the long-term goal is murkyComcast Is Planning a Netflix Rival Using NBC ShowsHulu’s live TV service rumored to cost $39.99 per monthWhy Amazon is spending $4.5B on video this year — and how it compares to competitors like Netflix