Episode 206 - Projects Project with Keith Watson

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 a result of retinitis pigmentosa, shares his unique perspective on the smart home. From the challenges he has faced to the ways that technology assists him with his day-to-day life, Keith's resourcefulness and ingenuity will serve as an inspiration to anyone with a passion for home technology.That, plus...Facebook decides now is probably not the best time to release a connected speakerAmazon expands Alexa's video API to control DVRsAlexa routines can now launch music and podcastsA new and compelling hardware offering from TabloA big AI hire for AppleGoogle hints at plans for their own smart display device a la the Echo ShowLutron and SnapAV partner upOppo exits the BluRay businessand more...Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesWhy is a data connection necessary for setting up my eero network?Facebook Delays Home-Speaker Unveil Amid Data CrisisAmazon’s Alexa can now set DVR recordingsAlexa Routines can now include music and podcastsTablo Slashes OTA DVR Pricing & Betas Cloud StorageApple hires Google’s former AI boss to help improve SiriGoogle Executive Hints at Plans for Company’s Own Smart Display DeviceEXCLUSIVE: Lutron, SnapAV Team Up to Help Dealers Sell More Lighting ControlOppo Digital to End Production of DVD and Blu-ray Players, Promises Updates ‘from Time to Time’Facts About Retinitis PigmentosaTDSRHome AssistantAppDaemonWeMo MakerKeyboard Maestro 8.2: Work Faster with Macros for macOSPic of the Week