Episode 240 - CES 2019 Wrap-Up!

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 emerging trends from across the world of home technology. We’ve combed through all the biggest stories so you don’t have to. Don’t miss this special episode!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesSmart home camera maker Wyze Labs raises $20M after startup finds success with low-cost WyzeCamRoku tops 27M accounts & 24B hours streamed by end of 2018, announces more TV partnersAmazon reveals number of Alexa devices sold as smart speaker competition heats upZigBee, Thread Complete Dotdot 1.0 Home Automation Spec for CES 2019CES 20198K VideoLG’s 2019 TV lineup includes Alexa, HDMI 2.1, and an 88-inch 8K OLEDSamsung's imposing 98-inch 8K TV defines CES opulenceSony announces giant-sized 8K and 4K TVs at CES 2019Roku Partners With TCL to Develop 8K TVsAirplay2 Built InHere are all of the TVs getting AirPlay 2 in 2019AirPlaySamsung's 2019 smart TVs will support iTunes and AirPlay 2Sony announces AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support coming to its Android-powered TVsVizio returns to CES with its most advanced 4K TV ever and support for Apple’s AirPlay 2VIDEO: TiVo as an appOther TV TechLG's rollable OLED TV is real, and you can buy it this yearSamsung’s 75-inch MicroLED 4K TV is a huge step into the futureSamsung will support Alexa and Google Assistant on 2019 TVsGeneral TV NewsHisense announces Sonic One TV alongside its new 2019 4K TV lineupCES 2019: Hisense RGB Three-Laser TV Is Blisteringly Bright and Colorful | Digital TrendsTCL announces its first soundbars and a 75-inch version of the excellent 6-Series 4K Roku TVVIZIO Debuts 2019 TV Lineup at CESApple HomeKitApple shows off new smart home products from HomeKit partnersCES 2019: Belkin's Wemo Brand Debuts New HomeKit-Compatible Light Switches Set to Launch in 2019Brilliant smart home hub now supports Apple HomeKitEve Systems Introduces Light Strip and Energy Strip at CES 2019 | Digital TrendsNetatmo’s smart doorbell is the first that’s compatible with Apple HomeKitArlo unveils a home security system with Apple HomeKit supportKohler unveils new hands-free Sensate faucet with HomeKit integrationU by Moen smart shower system adds Alexa Routines and more, HomeKit promised this quarterAmazon / RingEverything Amazon Announced at CESRing’s latest smart doorbell installs on your door’s peephole and detects knocksRing introduces peephole front door security camera, new line of smart lighting offeringsGoogleEverything Google Announced For Google Assistant at CES 2019 | Digital TrendsGoogle Assistant goes big at CES 2019Dish Says at CES 2019 it's Building Google Assistant Into Its Hopper DVRs | Digital TrendsLenovo’s new Smart Clock brings Google Assistant to your nightstandLighting Control at CESLutron Electronics Brings a New Caseta Fan Remote Control to CES 2019 | Digital TrendsLutron introducing Alexa-compatible fan speed controller that works with existing fans, no HomeKit at launchPhilips Hue Expands Outdoor Lighting Range at CES 2019 | Digital TrendsPhilips Hue Outdoor line expands with motion sensor, new wall fixturesThis smart light switch does it all — voice assistant, motion sensor, night light, intercomLeviton Announces Decora Voice Dimmer With Amazon Alexa at CES 2019Practical Voice DimmersSecurity at CESDeep Sentinel Brings Predictive Security Cameras to CES 2019 | Digital TrendsADT's Big News at CES 2019 is a Redesigned Smart Home Security System | Digital TrendsComcast Announces a New Digital Security Service at CES 2019 | Digital TrendsXfinity is using AI to keep your home network secureSmart HomeMoen Takes Smart Water Design to the Next Level With Flo Technologies PartnershipArlo’s ambitious 2019 plans include home security devices, and HomeKit, Zigbee, and Z-Wave supportArlo Launches New Security, Home Automation Hub with Proprietary ArloRFLG ProActive Customer Care Program Uses AI to Reduce Service CallsMui's wooden smart display is an elegant way to control your homeBluetooth Takes Next Big Step in Becoming a Home-Automation ‘Standard’Kohler unveils new hands-free Sensate faucet with HomeKit integrationKohler’s smart toilet promises a ‘fully-immersive experience’U by Moen smart shower system adds Alexa Routines and more, HomeKit promised this quarterMoen's showers get smarter with Google AssistantKohler's new bathroom suite has automated, voice-controlled lightsFor FunLavvieBot Self-Cleaning IoT Cat Litter Box Debuts at CES 2019 | Digital TrendsPetcube 2 lets you use Alexa to fling treats at your petsWillow is back with an easier-to-use version of its smart breast pumpPic of the WeekAutomated Sprinkler vs. Deer