Episode 201 - Supercharging SmartThings with Gavin Campbell

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 another installment of the Projects Project. Gavin shares many of the tips and tricks he has used to super charge his SmartThings-based home. Tune in to learn how Gavin has created a highly-sophisticated smart home using inexpensive, DIY products (and a whole lot of elbow grease).That plus... Google Assistant "Routines" will be available this spring. Can Xiaomi get Microsoft's smart speaker efforts on track? Samsung's long-awaited Bixby may finally arrive later this year. Rumors (emphasis on "rumors") emerge about smart speakers from Facebook. RIP Staples Connect. And Ring hits a massive pay day with its acquisition by Amazon.Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesThe Google Assistant is going globalMicrosoft and Xiaomi are partnering to make AI-powered speakers, smartphones, and moreSamsung’s Bixby smart speaker is coming in the second half of 2018Facebook smart speakers Aloha and Fiona to launch by July, report saysStaples Connect Is DeadAmazon to acquire Ring video doorbell maker, cracking open the door in home security marketWhat Amazon's acquisition of Ring means for the smart home marketRing: "HomeKit is definitely still in the works."Pic of the WeekInterview TopicsHomeBridgeecobee ThermostatsSmartThingsWemo Wi-Fi Smart DimmerXiaomi SensorsRing Floodlight CamMyQ Garage Door ControllerTuneRelay | AirPlay Audio Relay SystemLogitech Harmony HubActionTilesWebcore for SmartThingsKijiji - Buy, Sell & Save with Canada's #1 Local ClassifiedsIFTTTRachio Irrigation ControllersArduinoHome Assistant