Episode 498 - Affectionate Intelligence

On this week's show: Smart home company Brilliant finds a buyer, Nanoleaf introduces new Blocks LED wall panels and permanent outdoor lights, Philips Hue launches kitchen lighting solutions and an 8K sync box, Arlo unveils a wired floodlight camera, SwitchBot releases six new products including a robot-refillable humidifier, Roborock and Dreame introduce innovative robot vacuums, Sonos debuts an exclusive CI channel speaker, LG announces a new ThinQ smart home hub, Aqara joins Works with Home Assistant, launches the Voice Mate H1 and more, Level Home is acquired by ASSA ABLOY, we discuss smart device longevity concerns, share our pick of the week with a smart light database, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesSmart home company Brilliant has found a buyer - The VergeNanoleaf Blocks LED wall panels get pegboard and shelf attachments - The VergeNanoleaf’s permanent outdoor lights arrive just in time for the holidays. - The VergePhilips Hue launches a new smart lighting solution for the kitchen - The Verge -Popular Philips Hue Ensis pendant light launches in the USA - Hueblog.comThe Next Arlo Floodlight Will (Finally) Connect To Your Junction BoxThe new Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box 8K amps up the immersive entertainment experience - The VergeSwitchBot's Humidifier can be refilled by a RobotSwitchBot Releases Six New Smart Home ProductsThe Roborock Qrevo Curv can lift itself up to get over obstacles - The VergeThis robot vacuum has two “eyes” to see your floors better. - The VergeCEDIA 2024: Sonos Introduces Exclusive Speaker for the CI Channel - Residential SystemsLG has announced a new smart home hub for its ThinQ platform - The VergeThe Aqara Voice Mate H1 is a new option for smart home voice control - The VergeLevel Home to Debut Smart Lock Pro Packs at CEDIAAqara joins Works with Home Assistant - Home AssistantASSA ABLOY acquires Level Lock | LevelOnline Poll: Which is uglier?Here’s Switchbot’s unannounced new video doorbell solution. - The VergeThorBolt Smart Latch Lock w/ Thread (video) - Homekit News and ReviewsFTC urged to make smart devices say how long they will be supported | Ars TechnicaPick of the WeekLight Bulb DB - Find the Best Smart Lights