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On this week's show: Apple wants smarter Home cameras, but only if you spring for the 2TB iCloud plan, IKEA quietly makes Matter less annoying, and Matter cameras from Tapo, Aqara, EZVIZ, and friends are finally becoming a real category. We also get into Josh.ai adding DMX and DALI for the fancy-lighting crowd, Sonos trimming some of the people you’d think it should keep, a coax-powered floodlight for those Wi-Fi dead zones, Ecowitt’s Kickstarter water tester, new Home Assistant-friendly gear from IoTorero and Third Reality, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!The story behind Erling Haaland and his taxidermy raccoon: ‘Lock the doors, let’s make this special’HomeTech HeadlinesTHIRDREALITY Smart Wall Outlet, Dual Independent Control for 2 Sockets, Individual Power Monitoring, Zigbee Repeater, Compatible with Home Assistant & SmartThings, ETL CertifiedWQT01: Smart Water Quality TesterChannel Master’s Pro Floodlight uses coax to bring smart lighting to your garden’s dead zonesApple Intelligence in Apple Home will require the $10-a-month iCloud Plus plan.Sonos Sacks Top Designers Behind its Premium Speakers | iPhone in CanadaJosh.ai Now Offers Native DMX & DALI Support - Residential SystemsIKEA updates DIRIGERA hub with Matter 1.4.2 support and improved network stabilityTapo, Aqara, Ulticam, and EZVIZ: All the Matter-certified camerasIoTorero joins Works with Home AssistantHermes Agent — The Agent That Grows With YouIrriSense 2 | 4-in-1 Smart Sprinkler & Irrigation System | AiperElegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K – Best 3D Printer for Beginners & ProsPrismML — Announcing Bonsai 27B: The First 27B-Class Model to Run on a Phone

On this week's show: Apple makes Apple Home hubs a lot pricier, Samsung puts a $5 toll booth in front of the SmartThings API, and Matter itself keeps inching toward “maybe this really will work.” We also hit a THIRDREALITY timer clock, an interesting universal remote hub, Level’s rough week, Netflix’s new profile email rule, project updates, a pick of the week, and so much more!Building an Apple Home just got pricier: New hardware hikes affect key Matter hubsHome Tech HeadlinesNew - THIRDREALITY Smart Timer Light TL2,Digital Clock,60GHz mmWave Radar,RGB Light,Light Sensor,Simple Setup,Countdown Timer,Matter Enabled,2.4GHz WiFi only,Compatible with Alexa, Apple Home,Google HomeDREO Brings Matter Connectivity to TurboPoly™ Fan 765S, Furthering its Open Ecosystem CommitmentOpenInfrared Point: Universal Remote HubIntroducing UniFi Network 10.5Hackers target UniFi as critical exploits surfaceCrestron Launches Configure Pro Platform for Crestron Home OSJosh.ai Showcases AI-Powered Home Control with New Experiential VideoHunter Douglas Alta Window Fashions Motorized Shades Now Compatible with PowerView AutomationSamsung will soon start charging to access its smart home APIA New Enhanced SmartThings API Experience  - SmartThings BlogNetflix now requires every user profile to be tied to unique email addressSmart lock maker Level has been gutted and its founders are outMatter Just Underwent a Major Stress Test for Supporting Large-Scale DeploymentsHome Assistant upgrades to Matter 1.5.1 with a better codebaseThe Matter upgrade you’ve been waiting forInside the room where the smart home industry is still betting on MatterDroplet the #1 Smart Home Water Sensor - Hydrific, part of LIXIL

On this week's show: Hue brings wired wall modules to Europe and keeps pushing Matter, Schlage’s UWB smart lock finally gets a date and a price, Amazon rolls Alexa+ into Brazil, Google launches a new Gemini-powered speaker while retiring a couple of old Nest favorites, Sonos keeps trying to fix the app it broke, Matter 1.6 tries to make Matter less Matter-y, and a report says your smart TV apps may be doing more networking than streaming. Plus a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Energy minister plans 'nuclear renaissance' with up to 10 reactors built by 2040HomeTech HeadlinesValve prices the Steam Machine at $1,049Europe - Hue’s wired wall modules bring non-smart lights into its ecosystemSchlage’s UWB-enabled smart lock launches this monthAlexa+ Launches in Early Access in BrazilGoogle Has Discontinued its Nest Audio and Nest Mini SpeakersGoogle's Gemini-Powered Home Speaker Launches on June 25 for $99.99Google’s first smart speaker in six years arrives next weekGoogle Home Speaker Canada: Price, Release Date, and AI FeaturesSonos Updating App With New Volume Controls and Navigation | iPhone in CanadaSignify Enhances Philips Hue Matter Support Through Collaboration with Silicon LabsInstead of new devices, Matter 1.6 focuses on making Matter less of a headacheMatter 1.6 Brings NFC Setup, Joint Fabric, and Smarter ThermostatsNearly Half of LG Smart TV Apps Contain Residential Proxy SDKsHow Roomba started a robot revolutionGoveeLife Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro, 60lbs Daily, 6-Minute First Ice, 40dB Ultra-Quiet with AI NoiseGuard, App & Voice Control, Self-Clean, 3.5lbs Basket & Dual Water Tanks, for Home Kitchen, Party

On this week's show: Alexa+ finally opens up across Canada in English and French, Prime Day deals are already leaking out of Amazon’s cart, Fox wants to buy Roku in a massive streaming-and-ads play, and ADI layoffs have Control4 watchers a little nervous. We’ve also got project updates featuring cameras, deck drama, Starlink, a new show notes server, a pick of the week, and so much more!Hetzner Price Adjustment 15 June 2026 - Hetzner DocsHomeTech HeadlinesAmazon Just Opened Alexa+ to All Canadians. Here’s What’s ChangedAlexa+ is available across Canada in English and FrenchThe best early Amazon Prime Day deals include Apple, Bose, and moreFox Corporation announces $22B acquisition of Roku in landmark streaming and live TV dealWith Resideo Spin-Off of ADI Imminent, Sources Say ADI is Cutting StaffMilwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium Ion Cordless 4-inch Rear Handle Circular SawCamera G6 180 - Ubiquiti StoreAccess Point E7 - Ubiquiti StoreStarlink RoamZooz ZEN14 Double Outdoor Plug – ZOOZ

On this week's show: Apple Home gets Thread 1.4, 4K video, and energy tracking, Amazon gives the Echo Hub a makeover with smarter Ring features, and Google teaches Nest cams to recognize your pets. We also check out Eufy’s biometric locks, UniFi’s campus-level security gear, WiiM’s first soundbar, a Donut Lab battery scandal that’s gone flat, and Music Assistant’s sonic smarts. All that, project updates, and so much more!HomeTech HeadlinesApple Home goes pro: Thread 1.4, 4K video, and native energy management in iOS 27 | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.comCameras get an Apple Intelligence boost in Apple Home | The Verge - theverge.comApple’s Home app will soon show you how much energy your smart plug is drawing. | The Verge - theverge.comShark is bringing some style to robot vacuums. | The Verge - The VergeAmazon’s Echo Hub gets a customizable new look and Ring’s AI features | The Verge - theverge.comNest cams can now recognize your furry friends. | The Verge - theverge.comEufy launches new smart locks with facial recognition and palm scanning. | The Verge - theverge.comUniFi Protect is Now Campus Security Ready - blog.ui.comWiiM expands its whole-home ecosystem with a new soundbar | The Verge - theverge.comMusic Assistant 2.9: Discover Your Sound - Music Assistant - music-assistant.ioFeatherSnap Smart Bird Feeder Camera | Wi-Fi, Solar, & Bird ID

On this week’s show: SwitchBot flips the switch on Nanoleaf, eero dials back to the landline era with a new Telephone Adapter, Home Assistant welcomes Sensereo’s smoke and CO alarms, and the latest Home Assistant beta brings new toys for dashboards, automations, and IR nerds alike. A pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!What to Expect From WWDC 2026: Gemini-Powered Siri, iOS 27, macOS 27 and MoreMicrosoft Build 2026: All the news about Windows, AI, RTX Spark, and more -HomeTech HeadlinesSwitchBot brightens its smart home portfolio with Nanoleaf acquisition | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.comIntroducing eero Telephone Adapter: Adding VoIP to customer networks quickly and easily. – The Download - blog.eero.comAqara in Best BuyPick of the Week: Relax with CoaxSensereo joins Works with Home Assistant - Home Assistant - home-assistant.io2026.6 Beta: A betta title - Home Assistant - rc.home-assistant.io

On this week's show: We talk TV (shows), Govee is shelf shocked, Linkind launches a fiery new Matter bulb, Bell wants your internet unstoppable with mobile and UPS backups, Ubiquiti patches some serious UniFi holes, Google hints at new Gemini-powered speakers, and Open Home Foundation brings e-paper displays to the smart home world. All that, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech WatchlistWidow's Bay (Apple TV+) - Funny PreviewGhosts (CBS / Paramount+)St. Denis MedicalSuperstoreThe BoysFromM.I.A.The TradesLetterkennyMating SeasonTedProject Hail MaryThis Is Not a TestNormalSkinamarinkThe Mandalorian & GroguHomeTech HeadlinesGovee included a book on ‘White Supremacy’ in its website imagery | The Verge - theverge.comLinkind's new Smart Light Stick features realistic flame effects and seamless Matter connectivity | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.comBell launches new internet backup options in case of outages - mobilesyrup.comUbiquiti patches three max severity UniFi OS vulnerabilities - bleepingcomputer.comMore Google Home speakers could be on the way. | The Verge - theverge.comPick of the week: TV to Right?Welcoming OpenDisplay as our newest collaboration partner – Open Home Foundation - openhomefoundation.org

On this week's show: Google I/O 2026 is all about agentic AI and Search that answers before you ask, Homey hikes hardware prices and Plex triples its Lifetime Pass price, Hubitat hooks up with Ring, UniFi announces a new 5G backup, Birdie Pro faints at bad air, and iGarden’s robot goes for an Olympic clean. A pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesThe 13 biggest announcements at Google I/O 2026 | The Verge - theverge.comEverything Announced at Google I/O 2026: Gemini, Search, Smart Glasses | WIRED - wired.comHomeTech HeadlinesWhy we’re raising prices on Homey Pro and Homey Pro mini – News | Homey - homey.appLifetime Plex Pass Price Jumps to Over $1,000 in Canada | iPhone in Canada - iphoneincanada.caHubitat Elevation 2.5.0 Update Adds Ring Integration To Power Smarter Home Automation | Markets Insider - markets.businessinsider.comIntroducing UniFi 5G Backup - blog.ui.comThis mechanical bird drops dead when your home’s air quality worsens | The Verge - theverge.comiGarden Intelligent Pool Cleaning Robot M1-AI Series | Dual-AI Vision Robotic Cordless Pool Cleaner - igarden.aiPick of the Week:Toronto, the Blue Jays, and a Pool Pressure SensorA modern disaster movie where Someone says "Turn on the News"Hzunzunbee joins Works with Home Assistant

On this week’s show: Ubiquiti doubles down with a new UniFi NVR and a major Protect 7.1 update, Unraid ditches the USB stick (finally) with internal boot, and smart vacuums are getting weirder, Blink goes 2K on a budget, Yarbo promises to close its mower’s backdoor, the FBI is resetting routers, and over a million cameras were alarmingly open to hackers. All of this, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesNetwork Video Recorder G2 Pro - Ubiquiti Store United States - store.ui.comWelcome to Protect 7.1 - blog.ui.comEufy’s New Robovac Combines Matter and a Built-in Fragrance Module - homekitnews.comThese new Roombas are smaller and cheaper | The Verge - theverge.comBlink bumps its budget buzzer to 2K | The Verge - theverge.comThe FBI may have reset your wireless router; if so, you should replace it - 9to5mac.comA million baby monitors and security cameras were easily viewable by hackers | The Verge - theverge.comYarbo says it will remove the intentional backdoor from its robot lawn mower | The Verge - theverge.comUnraid | Unraid 7.3.0 Stable Now Available - unraid.net

On this week's show: TJ gets ready to head to Canada, Apple pays for promising too much from Siri, ULTRALOQ goes tap-to-unlock with Aliro, and Homebridge 2.0 finally speaks Matter. The Roomba creator builds a furry robot friend, Matter.JS Server gets smarter debugging, BEGA lights up Home Assistant, and the new HA beta tunes into sub‑GHz RF. Plus, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesApple Will Pay $250 Million for Overhyping Siri. Canadian Users Get to Watch | iPhone in Canada - iphoneincanada.caHomeTech HeadlinesULTRALOQ achieves Aliro certification for Latch and Bolt locks | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.comHomebridge 2.0 is here, and it speaks Matter | The Verge - theverge.comGoogle's Gemini-powered Home speaker is MIA - mobilesyrup.comIntroducing Dream Machine Beast - blog.ui.comBose takes a swing at Sonos with its new home speakers | The Verge - theverge.comSonoff Unveils NSPanel Pro Gen2 with Matter, dual relays, HA Support - homekitnews.comThe creator of Roomba is back with a furry robot companion | The Verge - theverge.comMatter.JS Server now offers ultimate tool to troubleshoot Matter and Thread | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.comBEGA joins Works with Home Assistant - Home Assistant - home-assistant.io2026.5 Beta: We're on the same frequency now 📡 - Home Assistant - rc.home-assistant.io

On this week's show: Walmart’s Vizio TVs can’t stream without an account, La‑Z‑Boy gets loud with Klipsch‑powered furniture, and Govee keeps lighting up everything from ceilings to patios, one fixture at a time. Home Assistant hikes the price of Green, eero gets a government seal of approval, ubisys joins the club, and Unraid teams up with 45HomeLab for a monster NAS. Plus ap pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesU.S. government recognizes eero as a trusted and secure provider of routers – The Download - blog.eero.comHome Assistant Green price hiked, here’s why | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.comHomeTech HeadlinesAlexa+ is Now Available in Early Access in Spain - thurrott.comThe New Site Manager - Now Official - blog.ui.comTP-Link Announces Forthcoming Matter downlight with Dual Light Sources - homekitnews.comGovee expands premium smart home fixtures with the Ceiling Light Ultra | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.comGovee’s new colorful outdoor lights are its first with solar power | The Verge - theverge.comNewly purchased Vizio TVs now require Walmart accounts to use smart features - Ars Technica - arstechnica.comLa-Z-Boy’s recliners and sofas are getting built-in Klipsch speakers | The Verge - theverge.comPick of the WeekRelease RoomRelay v1.0.4 · guicn555/RoomRelay · GitHub - github.comubisys joins Works with Home Assistant - Blog - Home Assistant Community - community.home-assistant.ioYou asked us to tell you first. The X15 is here. - dua63.r.a.d.sendibm1.comUnraid | Meet the X15 | 45Homelab >< Unraid Partnership Signature Series - unraid.netYou can now visualize your smart home network with Thread Group's new Network Diagnostics app [UPDATED] | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.com

On this week's show: Alexa+ learns Italian while Amazon’s new Fire TV Stick gets slimmer and smarter, Netgear dodges a router ban, Ecovacs blasts stains with cleaning jets, and Aqara quietly launches a new Matter sensor. Ubiquiti unveils EAV switching for pro AVs, Apollo celebrates open source with a new ESPHome starter kit, and BLUETTI wants to keep your fridge alive through any storm. All this, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!HomeTech HeadlinesNetgear Wins FCC Conditional Approval on Its Consumer Routers, Exempting Them From Ban - Strata-gee.com - strata-gee.comAlexa+ Launches in Early Access in Italy - thurrott.comToronto could get Canada's first 'virtual gated community' using controversial tech - mobilesyrup.comBLUETTI FridgePower Review: Silent Backup That Saves Your Fridge | iPhone in Canada - iphoneincanada.caAmazon's New Fire TV Stick HD is 30% Slimmer and Supports Alexa+ - thurrott.comEcovacs’ new robovac spots and pretreats dried stains using powerful jets | The Verge - theverge.comNew Aqara FP310 sensor brings 24GHz radar and Matter support to China - Matter AlphaIntroducing EAV Switching - blog.ui.comPick of the WeekIllumibot - House of Glass - TikTokState of the Open Home 2026 Was Incredible and We Announced the ESPHom – Apollo Automation - apolloautomation.comBirdbuddy : HomeBirdfy Smart Bird Feeder Camera | AI Bird Watching & IdentificationTJs Bird Friend

On this week's show: Google finally lets Workspace users into the Google Home party, Aqara keeps busy with new hubs, thermostats, and sensors, Samsung trims the price tag on its 2026 Frame TVs, Hisense adds a smaller CanvasTV that still wants to be art, LG shows off a mighty new MAGNIT Micro LED system, and Sony teases some serious RGB tech. There’s also a peek at the Home Assistant roadmap, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesGoogle Home App Now Supports Google Workspace Accounts - thurrott.comAqura Hub w200Aqara W200 Thermostat Release VideoAqara Multi-State Sensor P100Samsung announces 2026 Frame TVs and the Pro costs less than last year’sHisense Adds 50-Inch Model to Its CanvasTV Lineup - Residential SystemsLG Introduces New MAGNIT Micro LED TV - Residential SystemsSony Introduces True RGB Technology for Its TelevisionsHome Assistant RoadmapTJ's Trench

On this week's show: Ring launches 4K video doorbells and a whole developer portal while Ubiquiti sends AI to the edge with a new series UniFi G6 cameras. Reolink shines bright with its solar floodlight cam, Nuki taps into Apple Home Key, and DEWENWILS dives into Matter with a smart pool pump timer. Matter 1.5.1 gets better camera streaming, Heatit joins Works with Home Assistant, and backup encryption gets a serious upgrade. Plus, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesArtemis 2 live updates: launch time, pre-flight checks - thestar.comHomeTech HeadlinesRing finally brings 4K video to its battery-powered doorbell camera | The Verge - theverge.comRing Developer - developer.amazon.comIntroducing G6 Edge Series - blog.ui.comReolink’s first solar-powered floodlight camera offers wire-free home security | The Verge - theverge.comNuki adds Apple Home Key to its smart lock | The Verge - theverge.comDEWENWILS launches the world's first Matter-compatible smart pool pump timer | Matter Alpha - matteralpha.comThe latest Matter update improves camera streaming | The Verge - theverge.comPick of the Week: GitHub - piitaya/ha95: Home Assistant 95 · GitHub - github.com2026.4 Beta: Infrared never left the chat - Home Assistant - rc.home-assistant.ioMusic Assistant 2.8: Let's get this party started! - Music Assistant - music-assistant.ioHeatit joins Works with Home Assistant - Home Assistant - home-assistant.ioWe now make the best Zigbee and Z-Wave repeaters and open whole-home audio - nabucasa.mailcoach.appModernizing encryption of Home Assistant backups - Home Assistant - home-assistant.ioHAGHSGL.iNet GL-BE3600 (Slate 7) Portable Travel Router, Pocket Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7, 2.5G Router, Portable VPN Routers WiFi for Travel, Public Computer Routers, Business Trip, Mobile/RV/Cruise/PlaneAnker Nano Power Strip, Desk Clamp with 1500J Surge Protector, 5ft Extension Cord, 70W Max Gaming Desk Accessories, 6 AC, 2 USB A, 2 USB C, Home Office Essentials, Fit 0.6~1.8'' Tabletop Edge

On this week's show: Josh.ai takes smart homes to a whole new level of language learning, Amazon’s Alexa+ crosses the pond with a serious accent, Telus launches an all-Canadian AI butler, and Hisense decides you need ads with your HDMI inputs. The FCC bans foreign-made routers (so, almost all of them), and Brava joins the long list of smart gadgets that got cooked by their own cloud. All this, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesJosh.ai Keynote 2026: Home in Harmony Showcases a New Era of Adaptive Home Control - josh.aiAmazon's Alexa+ Assistant Launches in the UK - thurrott.comTelus Launches New AI Smart Home Assistant to Control Thousands of Devices | iPhone in Canada - iphoneincanada.caHisense TVs force owners to watch intrusive ads when switching inputs, visiting the home screen, or even changing channels — practice infuriates consumers, brand denies wrongdoing | Tom's Hardware - Tom's HardwareAnother smart oven shuts down. - The VergeThe US government just banned consumer routers made outside the US | The Verge - theverge.comPick of the Week GitHub - danielwoz/ubiquiti-protect-onvif-event-listener: A binary that listens to the configured third party cameras for detection events and sets up ubiquiti protect events with thumbnails. · GitHub - github.com

On this week’s show: UniFi drops Protect 7.0 with customizable dashboards, smarter event review, local AI image search, and a $4,999 Enterprise NVR Core to store all that footage—plus a $39 Relay and a whole lot of 25G. WAGO says Matter is finally electrician-friendly, while Ikea proves Matter still means “it depends.” Aqara launches the first Matter-certified camera, a new PoE doorbell with HomeKit Secure Video, and we check in on a Navimow mower integration for Home Assistant. A pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesIntroducing Protect 7.0 - blog.ui.comEnterprise NVR Core - Ubiquiti Store United States - Ubiquiti Store United StatesProtect Relay - Ubiquiti Store United States - Ubiquiti Store United StatesWago and Matter: “We Want to Really Get Into This Market” - matter-smarthomeIkea tried to build a smart home for everyone — here’s why it’s not working yet - The VergeHands on with Aqara’s new Matter-compatible camera - The VergeAqara Camera Hub G350: The World's First Matter-Certified Camera - AqaraAqara’s first wired doorbell works with Apple’s HomeKit Secure Video and costs $100. - The VergePick of the Week: High Security for the CatnipGitHub - segwaynavimow/NavimowHA - GitHub

On this week’s show: iRobot comes back from bankruptcy with a tiny Roomba Mini that won’t launch in the US, Homey adds Python support to open the app floodgates, Sonos launches a new portable Play speaker and a mic-free Era 100 SL while also admitting its Apple TV rival is dead, IKEA pushes a Dirigera update to fix Matter pairing, and Zooz gets Z-Wave Long Range sensors certified for Alarm.com. All of this, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesShow NotesiRobot’s Roomba Mini can clean where its larger robovacs can’t reach - The VergeIntroducing the Python Apps SDK – News | Homey - homey.appSonos Launches ‘Play’ Speaker and Era 100 SL: Here’s Canadian Pricing | iPhone in CanadaSonos CEO Confirms Apple TV Competitor Is Dead: Why ‘Pinewood’ Never Launched | iPhone in CanadaIkea Dirigera firmware update targets Matter onboarding and pairing issues - Matter Alpha🎉 Alarm.com Certifications - What's New - zoozcommunityPick of the Week: Can Home Assistant Run Doom?

On this week’s show: Sonos accidentally leaks the Play, and UniFi drops a WiFi 7 U7 Mesh with big range claims. Aqara adds Samsung Home Key as Aliro finally becomes real, Shark’s $1,300 robot hunts stains with UV, and Samsung promises to ask Texans before watching what they watch. Meta smart glasses get creepier (and detectable), BGR says hubs are dead (sure), Home Assistant spring cleaning begins, robotic mowers get their own pet-aware gate, plus a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesAnthropic refuses Pentagon’s new terms, standing firm on lethal autonomous weapons and mass surveillance - The VergeHomeTech HeadlinesPortable Sonos Play speaker leaks on Canadian Best Buy - The VergeBuy New - Navimow MowGate Smart Automatic Gate for Robotic Lawn Mowers - The Green TeamIntroducing U7 Mesh - blog.ui.comAqara’s U400 now supports Samsung’s Home Key. - The VergeThe smart lock standard that could replace your keys is finally here - The VergeShark’s latest robot vacuum hunts stains with UV light - The VergeSamsung TVs to stop collecting Texans’ data without express consent - BleepingComputerDear Meta Smart Glasses Wearers: You're Being Watched, Too - GizmodoGitHub - yjeanrenaud/yj_nearbyglasses at selfh.st - GitHubSomeone made an app to detect nearby smart glasses - MobileSyrupMailbagWhy There's Simply No Need For A Smart Home Hub Anymore - BGR - BGR2026.3: A clean sweep - Home AssistantApollo Automation Expands Works With Home Assistant Certification: BTN - Apollo Automation

On this week’s show: Google Home lets you delete its pre-made routines, Sonos shows profit but not growth, IKEA’s leaked Matter light driver, Heiman joins Works with Home Assistant with Thread-based safety sensors, a pick of the week, project updates, AI updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesI Donut Believe - Presenting Third Party Results - I Donut BelieveHomeTech HeadlinesGoogle Home now lets you delete pre-made routines, improves clip downloads on web - 9to5GoogleSonos Q1/2026 Shows Little Progress; CEO Gives Clues to His Turnaround Plan - Strata-gee.comIKEA’s latest Matter-compatible smart home gadget has been leaked – here's all you need to know - T3Pick of the WeekGitHub - ugomeda/home-assistant-epaper-remote: An e-ink remote for Home-Assistant built with FastEPD - GitHubHow I built Timeframe, our family e-paper dashboard - hawksley.orgHeiman joins Works with Home Assistant - Home AssistantThe Open Home Foundation merch store is here! - Blog - Home Assistant Community - Home Assistant Community

On this week’s show: Ring’s Super Bowl ad fallout keeps getting worse as Search Party, Flock, Axon, and leaked emails raise bigger surveillance questions, Fire TV gets its biggest UI update ever, Eufy promises five-year motion sensors, and Third Reality drops new Zigbee gear. Ubiquiti goes industrial with a new Cloud Gateway, Shelly leaves garage doors wide open (literally), and OpenAI picks up the founder of OpenClaw. All of this, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesAfter Search Party backlash, Ring is still avoiding the bigger questions - The VergeDefinitely Only for Dogs: Ring's Superbowl Commercial (Parody)Ring’s Flock breakup doesn’t fix its real problem - The VergeRing cancels its partnership with Flock Safety after surveillance backlash - The VergeRing’s AI-powered Search Party won’t stop at finding lost dogs, leaked email shows - The VergeHomeTech HeadlinesFire TV's biggest update ever is here. - amazon.comEufy reveals new smart home motion sensors with incredible battery life - The AmbientSmart Water Leak Sensor WL2 - thirdreality.comSmart Button ZB2Cloud Gateway Industrial - Ubiquiti Store United States - Ubiquiti Store United StatesSmart Home Flaw Lets Hackers Open Your Garage Door - TROYPOINTPic of the Week: Frisbee or Ubiquity?OpenClaw founder Peter Steinberger is joining OpenAI - The Verge

On this week's show: Ring’s Super Bowl ad creeps everyone out with AI dog-finding (and maybe people-tracking) technology, TI drops $7.5 billion on Silicon Labs in a bold smart home chip move, Apple kills the old HomeKit just in time for Valentine's 2026, and SwitchBot dreams big with AI agents and RTSP cameras in a mystery lunchbox-shaped hub. Plus: a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesRing Super Bowl commercial: Why 2026 ad is receiving backlash from fans over creepy concept - Yahoo NewsAmazon Ring’s Super Bowl ad sparks backlash amid fears of mass surveillance - The VergeHomeTech HeadlinesA US chipmaker is buying this IOT company for $7.5 billion. - The VergeApple is killing the old HomeKit Tuesday - The VergeSwitchBot AI Hub will soon run OpenClaw - Matter AlphaFBI releases recovered footage from Nancy Guthrie’s Nest cam - The VergePick of the Week: I built a theater in a toilet. - YoutubeSolar Sheds, Smart Gardens, and a Reality Check from CES 2026 with TJ Huddleston – HGG670Yardian Pro Smart Sprinkler Controller (12-Zone) – Easy DIY Install, Apple HomeKit, Ethernet & Wi-Fi, Manual Buttons, Weather-Based SchedulingFlair hvacOS Solutions | Optimize Temperature, Comfort, and Airflow

On this week’s show: Control4 previews shiny new touchscreens and subscriptions, Google Home finally wakes up to buttons, and Ikea’s Matter devices can’t seem to "Thread the needle." Home Assistant wants your device data (respectfully), the 8K dream is officially dead (RIP pixels), and Nice and Yubii have ecosystem updates. Plus, a new dirt-hugging soil sensor, a pick of the week, project updates, an AI bot forces Gavin to spend money, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Home Tech HeadlinesNice to Showcase Smart Living ecosystem at ISE 2026 - rAVe PUBSADI Previews Upcoming T5 Models as Well as New Connect Subscription for X4 Platform - CEPROGoogle Home finally adds support for buttons - The VergeIkea’s cheap new smart home gear is struggling to get connected - The VergeThe TV industry finally concedes that the future may not be in 8K - Ars TechnicaNew Govee Outdoor Pathway Lights 2 Lite bring S‑shaped color effects to your garden - The AmbientThis Dreame lightstrip is a brighter alternative to Hue’s Flux, and it’s available now - The AmbientPre-sale: WH52 Soil Moisture/Temperature/EC Sensor, Wireless 3-in-1 So - EcowittPick of the WeekSurprise Birthday Delivery Surprise Gone WrongHow we'll build the device database, together - Home AssistantOnly Fan Controller

On this week’s show: Gavin as a Service officially launches on YouTube, Sonos drops a new multi-zone Amp while Sony seems ready to drop the whole TV business. Amazon Sidewalk quietly infects Canada. ESPHome gets Control4 support, SwitchBot launches an AI hub with Home Assistant inside, and Zooz Z-Wave joins Apollo’s party. Seth tests drives a new AI assistant, TJ is all in again with Sonos (not really), a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Image credit: arkangel.wordpress.comShow NotesHomeTech HeadlinesSonos Introduces Amp Multi Streaming Amplifier for Large Residential Audio Systems - CEPROIndustry is Abuzz - What's Happening With Sony TVs & Audio? What is China's TCL's Involvement? - Strata-gee.comAmazon Sidewalk Arrives in Canada Feb. 26: How to Opt Out of the Shared Network | iPhone in Canada - iPhone in Canada | Canada’s source for Apple, telecom, tech news, and dealsEcowitt WS90 - 7-in-1 weather station - Shelly Europe - Shelly EuropeApollo Automation Now Carries ZOOZ Z-Wave Smart Home Devices: Expandin - Apollo AutomationESPHome - Driver for Control4 - chowmain.softwareWemo App Support Ending for Select Products in 2026 - manage.kmail-lists.comSwitchBot Launches its AI-Centric Matter Home Hub - Homekit News and ReviewsPick of the Week: 100 years since the 'birth' of television took place in Soho | ITV News - ITV NewsKuba Komet TV - Early TelevisionHome Assistant shifts Matter integration to Matter.js in beta - Matter AlphaLike, Subscribe, Ring the Bell, Save Automation, Do Your Thing: Gavin as a Service (YouTube)Affliate Link for Droplet: Droplet - The Smart Home PlatformOpenClaw — Personal AI Assistant

On this week's show: Josh.ai and Control4 settle but at a cost —voice control stays, but touchscreens and remotes get benched. CES 2026 brings a flurry of floor interviews straight from Vegas, and we dig into a listener letter on Homey Self-Hosted. All that, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesCES CoverageThe Future of Z-Wave: Your Involvement MattersSmart Button Home - Slate Switch - Wireless Smart Remote SwitchDroplet the #1 Smart Home Water Sensor - Hydrific, part of LIXILGemns™ | Energy Harvesting TechnologyA New Smart Toilet Sensor May Be the Key to Solving Dehydration

On this week's show: CES 2026 gave us everything from refrigerators with ads and humanoid laundry bots to pool cleaners smarter than your thermostat. Amazon and Samsung double down on AI (for better or worse), IKEA floods the market with affordable Matter gear, and Ring keeps dancing with Sidewalk and privacy. Kwikset locks in a new Matter smart lock under $200, SwitchBot wants to do your chores, and Roborock dares to climb stairs. Plus, Home Assistant gets a powerful new Music Assistant, Bose open-sources old gear instead of bricking it, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesThe HandyWorst in Show' CES products include AI refrigerators, AI companions and AI doorbells - AP NewsHomeTech HeadlinesCES 2026Samsung Reveals Wireless 'Music Studio' Speakers and Soundbars for Home Theaters - CEPROBose is open-sourcing its old smart speakers instead of bricking them - The VergeAmazon Introduces Ember Artline Lifestyle TV, Expands Ring Security Portfolio at CES 2026 - CEPROAlexa+ is Coming to Samsung TVs, BMW Cars, and More - Thurrott.comKwikset’s new Matter-over-Thread smart lock costs under $200 - The VergeRing Unloads a Flood of New Security Tech at CES: What’s Coming to Canada | iPhone in Canada - iPhone in Canada | Canada’s source for Apple, telecom, tech news, and dealsRing’s Fire Watch turns doorbell cameras into wildfire detectors - The VergeRing’s new smart home sensors use Sidewalk instead of Wi-Fi or Z-Wave - The VergeA Broad New Lineup of Affordable Matter-over-Thread Devices from IKEA Unlocks Easier Whole-Home Automation for SmartThings Users - SmartThings Blog - SmartThings BlogLifx launches a smart mirror and a $30 dimmer switch that can control smart bulbs - The VergeGE’s new smart fridge wants to help you shop for groceries - The VergeRainPoint Unveils First All-in-One Irrigation System at CES, Revolutionizing Home Gardening with Smart Home Tech - All For Gardening - All For GardeningSegway unveils new Navimow robotic lawn mower lineup at CES 2026 - The AmbientRoborock’s Rover walks, jumps, and vacuums your stairs - The VergeMammotion unveils its most ambitious pool cleaner yet - The AmbientBeatbot’s new mid-range pool robot is all about value - The AmbientSwitchBot says its humanoid household robot can do your laundry - The VergeAiper showcases autonomous robot pool cleaners and more at CES 2026 - The AmbientEcovacs adds a mop cover to its flagship robot vacuum - The VergeLG says its CLOiD home robot will be folding laundry and making breakfast at CES - The VergeECOVACS Wants to Run Your Whole Home, and Yes, There’s a Robot Dog | iPhone in Canada - iPhone in Canada | Canada’s source for Apple, telecom, tech news, and dealsTP-Link announces Aireal, its AI assistant - The VergeIt’s all about AI robotics for Switchbot at CES 2026 - The AmbientGoogle TV Is Getting Smarter and It’s Powered by Gemini | iPhone in Canada - iPhone in Canada | Canada’s source for Apple, telecom, tech news, and dealsLEGO introduces 'Smart Brick' that has tiny computer inside - MobileSyrupGemns™ | Energy Harvesting Technology - Gemns™DONUT LAB INTRODUCES THE FUTURE OF ELECTRIFICATION AT CES PRESENTING WORLD’S FIRST ALL-SOLID-STATE BATTERY READY TO POWER UP PRODUCTION VEHICLES NOW - Donut Lab - Donut LabPick of the Weekfiio.comMusic Assistant 2.7 - Taking over the airwaves - Blog - Home Assistant Community - Home Assistant CommunityOpen Home Foundation (@[email protected]) - Fosstodon2026.1: Home is where the dashboard is 🥂 - Home AssistantChanges to Home Assistant Green pricing - Nabu CasaUniFi Protect + Home Assistant — Integration Update (now Platinum quality)

On this week's show: Live from CES! The HomeTech team joined Justin and Kyle on the Apollo Automation monthly livestream on in Las Vegas at CES 2026. We had a great time and wanted to share the conversation on our feed as well.Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesEpisode 21 (January 5, 2026) - Apollo Automation Monthly Live StreamExpanding Smart Home Automation Capabilities | Apollo Automation

On this week's show: iRobot vacuums up a bankruptcy filing and is scooped up by Picea, Apollo launches a new four-button mini-keyboard, Shelly drops a new all-in-one smart plug, WiiM continues its crusade against Sonos with a compact speaker, Homey launches a self-hosted option, and Emerald (parent company of CEDIA Expo) might be for sale. All this news, letters from the mailbag, CES Pre-Game discussions, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesApollo Automation Donates $4,200 to CASA of Lexington and Open Home Fo - Apollo AutomationHomeTech HeadlinesiRobot files for bankruptcy - The VergeWho is Picea Robotics, Roomba’s new owner? - The VergeBTN-1 Macro Deck - Apollo AutomationWiiM Just Expanded Its Wireless Speaker Lineup with the Leaner Sound Lite - CEPROHomey Self-Hosted Server – Run Homey on your hardware - homey.appShelly Plug US Gen4 – Smart Plug for Home Automation (1800W) - Shelly USA - Shelly USAApparently for Sale, Emerald Board is Reviewing Multiple Offers to be Acquired - Strata-gee.com

The 11th annual Technology.fm Fireside Chat brings together a group of smart home podcasters for a year-end roundtable on the biggest developments of the past year. Richard Gunther and Adam Justice from the Smart Home Show join Gavin, TJ, and Seth to reflects on key products, platforms, and trends that shaped the smart home, what worked, what disappointed, and what it all means heading into the year ahead.Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesMost intersting Stories of 2025Chamberlain blocks smart home integrations with its garage door openers — again - The VergeZ-Wave is not deadAmazon Alexa+ vs. Google Gemini: Which AI Will Rule Your Smart Home?Trump launched global tariff wars in 2025. Here's a recap of his trade actions this yearFavorite Products of 2025AI Horn Speaker - Ubiquiti StoreYou've Been Using AI the Hard Way (Use This Instead)Aqara Light Switch H2 USIndoor & Outdoor Christmas Lights: Decor & Tree Lights | TwinklyAqara Presence Multi-Sensor FP300: 5-in-1 DetectionBridge Pro - Smart hub | Philips HueBirdbuddy : HomeGitHub - gmatrangola/AItomation: Build Home Assistant Automations with LLM PromptsThe Smart Home Show

On this week's show: Chamberlain locks down garage integrations (again), Doma reinvents the smart door with a motor and facial recognition, Homey Pro gets a RAM boost, Firewalla goes Zero Trust Wi-Fi 7 on the go, and Home Assistant throws a party for Music Assistant 2.7. All this, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesChamberlain blocks smart home integrations with its garage door openers — again - The VergeFirewalla Debuts Portable Wi-Fi 7 Firewall Built for Zero Trust Anywhere - CEPROIntroducing Homey Pro (2026) – News | Homey - homey.appAugust’s founders are back with a smart front door - The VergeHome Assistant (@[email protected]) - Fosstodon

On this week’s show: We catch up with Apollo Automation's Justin Bunton to talk about their new H-2 Annual Holiday Ornament, Kohler’s toilet cam raises privacy questions despite being rear-end-to-end encrypted, UniFi launches a 5G lineup, Honeywell has a new thermostat, and Meross drops a millimeter-wave sensor that sees you breathe. Aqara brings Siri to the wall (at least in the UK), and Wyze wants to watch the outdoors from indoors — through a window. All this, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!HomeTech HeadlinesKohler Can Access Data and Pictures from Toilet Camera It Describes as “End-to-End Encrypted” - /var/log/simon - varlogsimon.leaflet.pubNew Meross Thread Smart Presence Sensor, MS605 - Meross Official StoreIntroducing UniFi 5G - blog.ui.comThis new Honeywell Home smart thermostat can answer your Ring doorbell - The VergeAqara Brings Siri to its Smart Home Control Panels in the U.K. - CEPROWyze’s Window Cam patrols the outdoors from inside your house - The AmbientPick of the Week: Apollo H-2 Annual Holiday Ornament For Charity

On this week's show: UniFi bridges the gap with new wireless gear, Alexa+ finally heads north to Canada (except for Gavin), Matter 1.5 adds long-awaited camera support, Josh.ai teams up with JVC for voice-controlled cinephilia, Sonos continues its 'transitional' phase with shrinking sales and growing losses, letters from the mailbag, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Sonos artwork courtesy of TJ and I have no idea where he got this from.Show NotesUbiquiti Store - Black Friday DealsEcoflow Delta Classic 3200 Watt Solar Panel, 12V Single Panel, N-Type Monocrystalline 25% High-Efficiency PV Module for RV, Boat, Marine, Trailer, Farm, Shed, Rooftop and Home Off-Grid System (1 Pack 200W, Black)HomeTech HeadlinesAll-New UniFi Bridging - blog.ui.comAmazon’s Alexa+ Launches in Canada and is Available Now | iPhone in Canada - iPhone in Canada | Canada’s source for Apple, telecom, tech news, and dealsJosh.ai Partners with JVC to Reimagine Modern Home Theater Control - josh.aiMatter 1.5 is official – and it supports cameras - The AmbientCamera support could be the boost Matter needs - The VergeCalling Year 'Transitional,' Sonos Reports Fiscal 2025 Results; Revenues Decline, Losses Increase - Strata-gee.comPick of the WeekGitHub - francescopace/espectre: 🛜 ESPectre 👻 - Motion detection system based on Wi-Fi spectre analysis (CSI), with Home Assistant integration. - GitHubGitHub - kavishdevar/librepods: AirPods liberated from Apple's ecosystem.

On this week's show: Ring thinks AI can stop crime (what could go wrong?), Zigbee 4.0 goes the distance with Suzi, Shelly rolls out a giant snake of a leak sensor, Home Assistant drops a faster Zigbee/Thread toilet paper holder, Kaleidescape launches a mini server for high-bitrate binging, and Wyze gives its smart lock an upgrade, but it comes with a catch. All that, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!I wish you were.Image credit: Wyze advertisement on FacebookHomeTech HeadlinesRing's Jamie Siminoff thinks AI can reduce crime - Apple PodcastsZigbee Enters the Long-Range Game with 4.0 and Suzi Launches - CEPROShelly Flood Gen4 Smart Water Leak Detector Now Available - Residential Systems - Residential SystemsHome Assistant has a new Thread/Zigbee stick. - The VergeKaleidescape Goes Mini with Its Newest Terra Prime Server - CEPROWyze Lock Bolt v2 - Wyze Labs, Inc.Pick of the Week: Wyze Cam Install

On this week’s show: The Louvre proves bad passwords can be priceless, Ring tries to silence your doorbell’s chatter with a smarter alert, Ikea goes all-in on Matter over Thread, and Third Reality gives your blinds a Zigbee upgrade. Homey MCP lets AI take over your smart home (what could go wrong?), Kohler brings toilet tech to new heights (or lows?), Google says Gemini is going just fine (nothing to see here move along), and hackers resurrect Nest thermostats. Plus, trouble brews at iRobot, SwitchBot has a $1,000 AI powered photo frame, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!HomeTech HeadlinesThe Louvre's video security password was reportedly 'Louvre' - PCWorldRing’s new feature combats security camera notification fatigue - The VergeIkea’s new low-cost line is a huge win for Matter and your smart home - The VergeSmart Blind Gen2 - 3reality.comSwitchbot AI Art FrameHUESSEN Digital Anti-Glare Picture FrameIntroducing the Homey MCP Server – News | Homey - homey.appGoogle says its confusing Gemini Home rollout is going just great - The VergeiRobot’s revenue has tanked and it’s almost out of cash - The VergeDecode Your Body’s Signals - kohlerhealth.comHackers are saving Google's abandoned Nest thermostats with open-source firmware - TechSpotPick of the WeekBilly Bassistant AI fish | v2.0.0 feature: Improved MQTT say command with support for follow-upsNew Aquara FP300 wireless mmWave Presence Sensor - AmazonTwinkly LightsAMS 2 Pro for PrinterTJ's first design - Unifi UNAS 2 Wall Mount

On this week’s show: TP-Link might be banned, is 4K even worth buying? SwitchBot drops smart candles, Wyze has a new doorbell, Sofabaton has a new remote, letters from the mailbag, project updates, two picks of the week, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Apollo H-2 Annual Holiday Ornament - Apollo AutomationHomeTech HeadlinesThe U.S. Government Might Ban TP-Link Routers - CEPROIs your ultra-HD TV worth it? Scientists measure the resolution limit of the human eye - techxplore.comSmart Candles, Baby. We F*cking Did It. - GizmodoWyze’s new doorbell will last six months between charges - The AmbientX2 Sofabaton Universal Remote（Pre-sale） - Sofabaton Universal RemoteGovee’s new power outlet expander gives you voice control and a night light - The VergeEve Shutter Switch gets huge Matter update - The AmbientMatter over Thread Smart Window Lever Launched in Europe - Homekit News and ReviewsBluetti is finally getting a official Smart Home Integration!Amazon embarks on biggest layoffs since 2022 affecting 30,000 corporate jobs - Hindustan TimesNeato’s cloud is shutting down, leaving its robovacs stuck in manual mode - The VergeLooking Ahead: The Next Chapter for Sense - Sense - SenseMailbagAItomations - Home Assistant Automation CreatorYoutube - Called my BluffPick of the Week#thehub - Patron Pick of the WeekIllumibotDoorbell GIF maker - ezgif.comELTAKO joins Works with Home Assistant - Home AssistantCameras vs SpidersMmWave being shipped 🥹almost feel like it's a prankUnraid OS 7.2.0 Stable is Now AvailableAmazon Echo Dot MaxBlue Series (Zigbee) - Smart Presence Sensing DimmerGavin Campbell with Smart Yard Automation, Unraid 7.2 Enhancements, and the Rise of Local AI – HGG661HolidayCoroEufy E25Bambu Lab P1S Combo Printer

On this week's show: AWS takes down smart beds in the middle of the night, Husqvarna gives robot lawnmowers night vision, Roku adds AI to your channel surfing, and Unifi shows off new AI-powered cameras and a fresh Network update. Apple teases a HomePod-iPad hybrid (because of course), Inovelli lights up Homey, and there's a new Matter-compatible garage door opener in town. A pick of the week, project updates, and so many more raccoons! 🦝Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!HomeTech HeadlinesAWS crash causes $2,000 smart beds to overheat and get stuck upright - DexertoHusqvarna's new robotic lawn mowers set to launch with AI-driven cameras on board - The AmbientRoku Updates Platform with New AI-Powered Voice Features - CEProSmartGarage Door Opener - 3RealityIntroducing the G6 Pro & Dome Lineup - ui.comIntroducing Unifi Network 9.5Inovelli | Works with Homey - homey.appApple could be making a HomePod hub – but it’s a ‘kitchen accessory’ built around an iPad - The AmbientApple's iPad Pro can now double as a Thread smart home hub - The VergePick of the Week: TJ's Unifi Ghost DetectorInstaller Cheatsheet – Z-Wave Alliance - Z-Wave Alliance

On this week's show, we sit down with The Verge’s Jennifer Pattison Tuohy to talk about all things smart home, how she approaches reviewing and reporting on new products, and what it’s like living on the cutting edge. Plus, a Pick of the Week, project updates, and much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Jennifer Pattison Tuohy on MastodonShow NotesHomeTech HeadlinesHome Assistant Yellow: End-of-Life Announcement - Home AssistantPortable Z-Wave with Wi-Fi and PoE - Home AssistantSONOFF DONGLE MAX Zigbee & Thread + PoE Dongle (Dongle-M) - SONOFFInterview: Jennifer Pattison TouhyPic of the Week: Code Violations from TJ's Travels

On this week's show: TJ might get a shed, Amazon’s Device VP is out, UniFi announces UPS products and tariff prices, Sonos teams up with Peloton, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesDays After an Array of New Amazon Devices Debut, a Devices VP is Leaving the Company - Strata-geeIntroducing: Uninterruptible Power Supply - Ubiquiti BlogUbiquiti Now Passing Tariffs onto CustomersOne Overlooked Feature of Peloton's New Cross-Training Series | Yahoo Creator - Lifestyle - Yahoo Creator - LifestyleBMW Connected Drive - Home Assistant AlertsPick of the Week: 🎃 "House on Fire"New Z-Box Integration for Home Assistant - Zooz CommunityKonnected joins Works with Home Assistant - Home Assistant

On this week's show: How many lights is too many lights? Amazon’s fall event delivers the expected, Ring will let police watch your cameras and look for lost dogs, Amazon Alexa Plus finally goes to Canada, Logitech POP is EOL, Walmart has new onn brand doorbells and cameras, Google drops the new Nest kit, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesAmazon's Fall Event 2025: New Echo and Alexa-Powered Devices Announced - The VergeAmazon has a new smart remote that's completely programmable by Alexa - EngadgetRing will let police ask for videos in places of interest by default as part of Ring Search Party - The VergeAmazon Basics Smart Button and Dimmer Wire-Free Remote, Bluetooth, Alexa Enabled - AmazonAmazon Launches External Beta for Alexa Plus in Canada - iPhone in CanadaBig News: Rachio is now part of Rain Bird - Rachio CommunityEOL: Logitech’s POP switches will become electronic waste in a fortnight - heise.deWhat Does the Kevo App Shutdown Mean to My Kevo Door Lock? - KwiksetWalmart’s new onn. video doorbell and security cameras offer premium features for less - The VergeNew Nest Cams and Doorbell: Everything You Need to Know - The VergePick of the Week: Zillow - 232 Condado Cres, Ottawa, ONHome Assistant Core 2025.10! - Home Assistant[Official] Reolink Elite Floodlight WiFi | 4K 180° Wi-Fi 6 Dual-Lens Floodlight CameraZigbee2MQTT 2.6.2 releasedImmich v2.0.0. Immich's Stable v2.0.0 Release and What It Means for PixelUnion Users | PixelUnion - Free your photos from American tech platformsEmbyRelease 4.9.1.80 · MediaBrowser/Emby.ReleasesAladin Connect back in HAGO VOTE: Should Seth Go To CES?

On this week's show: After much praise and admiration from the HomeTech community, Gavin decides to share something he’s really, really proud of, Unifi is back with new retrofit options for their Access line, Sonos ups their pricing in Canada, KEF introduces a new wireless speaker, SmartThings gets some decent updates, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesIntroducing Retrofit Hub - Ubiquiti BlogAccess Retrofit Hub - Ubiquiti StoreGoogle unveils new Home App powered by AI - The VergeSonos Just Jacked Up Prices in Canada, Arc Ultra Hits $1449 - iPhone in CanadaKEF Introduces New MUO Bluetooth Speaker - Residential SystemsThread networks now supported in SmartThings - Matter SmarthomePick of the Week: Interesting Bar LightsGitHub - esphome-econet/esphome-econet: esphome-econet is a package for controlling a Rheem water heater or HVAC system with an esp32 or esp8266 micro-computer.SMLIGHT Official Homepage | Useful smart automation toolsGavin's Ding-DongGavin's Long Ding-Dong

On this week's show: Samsung wants ads everywhere, including the fridge, CEDIA number are out - or are they? Amazon announces a new fall hardware event, UniFi NAS options are getting interesting, Wyze introduces a new smart lock, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!HomeTech HeadlinesCEDIA Expo 2023 Attendance Shows 14K Integrators Converge on Denver - CE ProSMLight: Introducing the SMLight Smart Hub - SMLightAmazon announces a fall hardware event amid Kindle and Echo leaks - The VergeIntroducing the Next Generation of UniFi Storage Solutions - Ubiquiti BlogGoogle Nest may become Google Home again.Ultraloq adds Android tap-to-unlock to its Apple Home Key smart lock - The VergeWyze introduces a Touchless Smart Lock for enhanced security and convenience - Zatz Not Funny!Samsung brings ads to US fridges - The Verge"Pick of the WeekTravelin' TJ Find: Cable Box Jerky Oven

On this week's show: On this week’s show, we sit down and chat with Applied Sensor Co.’s Raymond King and learn about sensors in fabrics, discuss a few new Unifi products, Dolby Vision 2 is about to make your TV obsolete (again), BMW might be killing integrations, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!HomeTech HeadlinesIntroducing UNVR Instant: An All-in-One Device Powered by UniFi ProtectUnifi UNVR InstantDolby announces Dolby Vision 2, expanding picture quality beyond HDR - EngadgetBMW kills home assistant integration to "protect security"Interivew: Raymond King with the Applied Sensor Co.Applied Sensor Co.TrampleTek BlueSlumberTekPick of the Week: TJ's Scavenger Hunt

On this week's show: LIVE from the CEDIA Expo show floor! We check out Aqara's new announcements, Crestron gets some new keypads, Bond has a wet remote, Josh.ai updates, Savant gets under cabinet lighting?, Unifi dives into AV with a new video distribution system, eero drops a few new products, Phillips drops a few more new products, Samsung SmartThings drops Zwave, a pick of the week, Home Assistant news, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!CEDIA 2025Aqara Unveils Edge Hub M300 & Aqara Studio Connect - HomeKit NewsAqara Enhances Ecosystem Support with Edge Hub M300 - CE ProCrestron Enhances Cameo and Horizon Keypads for Advanced Lighting Control - rAVe [PUBS]Bond Debuts Outdoor 15-Channel Remote for All Sorts of Things — and Awnings and Shades - rAVe [PUBS]Josh.ai Unveils AI-X OS Operating System - CE ProSavant Adds Under-Cabinet Lighting to ProSEO Line - CEProReddit: Next-Gen UniFi Doorbell Experiences Bring Protect & Access TogetherReddit: Unifi Pro AVReddit: Ubiquiti CEDIA 2025 boothChowmainsoft Unveils New Ubiquiti Unifi Driver for Control4 - rAVe [PUBS]HomeTech HeadlinesTwo First-of-Their-Kind eero Releases Offer Connectivity You Can Count On - eero BlogPhilips debuts unexpected smart home hub with Matter support - T3Philips Hue Essentials smart lighting is getting cheaper and supporting Matter, Thread - The VergePhilips Hue pushes lights into the background with motion-aware and RF sensing - The VergeEufy launches the Marswalker, a stair-climbing robot vacuum - The VergeSamsung’s new SmartThings Hub takes a big step away from legacy tech - The VergePick of the WeekA Wide-Ranging Home Assistant Integration for Crestron - Residential Tech TodayHome Assistant 2025.9 ReleasedBreaking Zigbee2MQTT Changes coming in OctFrient now works with Home Assistant - Home AssistantLinux Box Dev Edition – 3reality - 3reality

On this week's show: CEDIA is around the corner and it looks like DIY companies want to get into the pro business, Unifi has a new camera, Google Nest Cam gets an update, Lock Talk, smart wood is back, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!CEDIA PreviewsShelly Launches New Dealer Program with Partner-centric Pricing and Training - CEProLegrand Rolls Out Matter-Compatible Additions to Radiant Line - CEProOlibra’s Bond Bridge is Now Compatible with Crestron Home - rAVe [PUBS]DMF Lighting Sets Stage for Digital Lighting Push at CEDIA Expo 2025 - CE ProVersatile Dio Whole-House Audio Products Prioritize Privacy - CEProFrom Consumer to Pro: Aqara Targets Integrators at CEDIA Expo 2025 - CEProHomeTech HeadlinesIntroducing UniFi Protect 6.1 – G6 Pro Bullet - RedditGoogle Nest Cam 2025 leak: Major video quality improvements, familiar design - 9to5GoogleKwisket's Halo Select comes to HomeKit, bringing NFC setup and Matter support - The VergeLevel Lock Pro - Level.coMUI BOARD, GEN 2 – Human-Machine-Interface. Reimagined. - MUI Board"Pick of the Week TikTok - automated_house Robot mower stress testing 😅 #smarthome #technology #robots

On this week's show: CEDIA is gearing up and there are a few new companies to check out, Zooz has a new siren, AirGradient joins the Home Assistant fold, Google Home gets Gemini, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesNew Product Release: ZSE50 Siren/Chime - Zooz CommunityAirGradient Joins the Works with Home Assistant Program - Home AssistantGoogle announces Gemini for home: Nest Smart Speakers get advanced voice assistant - The VergePick of the Week: Yes, you can store data on a bird — enthusiast converts PNG to bird-shaped waveform, teaches young starling to recall file at up to 2MB/sDroplet the Smart Home Water Sensor - Hydrific, part of LIXILReddit - Important Firmware Update Required for Harmony Hub RemotesMenu Bar Controller for SonosPixel 10 Pro & Pixel 10 Pro XLWheresTheBus™

On this week's show: CES 2026 is right around the corner, AI is a bubble, Home Assistant makes a better paper towel holder, new kit from SMLight, Apollo, SMLight, and Ring, DJI jumps into the robot vacuum game, Sonos still has problems, Amazon kills some skills, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesD-Tools Raises $12M Led by Former SnapOne CEO John Heyman - rAVe [PUBS]How Insteon came back from the dead - The VergeApollo Automation Becomes Official Home Assistant Distributor, Expanding Smart Home Hardware Access with Expert Support - Apollo AutomationTJ on Home Assistant podcastHomeTech HeadlinesZ-Wave reborn - Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 - Home Assistant Blog - Home AssistantApollo BTN-1 Macro Deck: The Ultimate Home Assistant Control Panel for Smart Home Automation - Apollo AutomationSLWF-09 With PoE - SMLightSLZBMR1U Zigbee Extended Range To RS485 - smlight.techDJI’s robot vacuum camera looks like it belongs in a drone - The VergeSonos Voice Control to become compatible with Philips Hue - HueblogSonos speakers are getting pricier as US tariffs hit hard - The VergeSonos Now Maintaining Multiple Firmware VersionsSonos Roam speakers are overheating and partially melting, company admits - 9to5MacEufy Security S330 Video Smart Lock review: this smart lock keeps its best feature locked away - The VergeRing Outdoor Cam Plus, Power over Ethernet- AmazonAmazon is ending support for a bunch of third-party Alexa smart home skills - The VergeAmazon aims to boost Alexa’s revenue with AI, ads, and subscriptions - The VergeMatter 1.4.2 spec release pushes platforms to play nicely - The VergeRelease 2025.8: Smarter Automation and Enhanced Device Support - Home Assistant

On this week's show: We sit down with smart home content creator Jimmy Hawkins who is the brain behind Automated_House to discuss social media, the smart home, and more. Sonos has a new CEO, coincidentally, we also have a new song, Ring denies a data breach, FutureHome is asking for money, Aqara Matters more, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesSonos CEO Tom Conrad Wants to Make the Best Speakers Money Can Buy - The VergeRing denies breach after users report suspicious logins - BleepingComputerBankrupt FutureHome suddenly makes its smart home hub a subscription service - Ars TechnicaGreat news! LED Bulb T2 RGB now supports Adaptive Lighting over Matter - Aqara ForumInterview: Jimmy Hawkins - Automated_House smart home content creatorPick of the WeekI gave my Real-time Conversation Billy Bass AI - RedditHome Assistant adds initial Matter binding features in beta - Matter Alpha

On this week's show: Aqara was looking for beta testers and pro installers, Unifi wants to get sued by Sonos, Reolink launches nice 360 camera, Ring is teaming up with the police (again), and Hunter Douglas starts to Matter. All of this, a pick of the week, letters from the mailbag, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesAqara beta testingAqara Looking for ProsUbiquiti PortReolink Elite Floodlight WiFi - ReolinkWyze Cam Vase - WyzeAmazon's Ring tightens partnerships with police while promising transparency - The VergeRing’s flying camera is back after a year in obscurity - The VergeHunter Douglas adds Matter support to its smart shades - The VergePick of the Week: OBBOTO: Your Desktop Sphere Buddy with Endless FunNew: Dev Mount - Box of 50 - nuageit.caYour Home Assistant Story

On this week's show: We catch up with Wayne Kreifels, GM/VP for Segway Navimow North America, to find out what's new at Navimow, discuss Belkin backing out, Sonos doing good things, Ikea moving away from Sonos, Shelly gets Zwave LR, Homey can now clone 433Mhz devices, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeCare - A HomeKit app dedicated to - RedditHomeTech HeadlinesBelkin Ending Wemo Support - MacRumorsSonos Kills Support for Older Network Systems - HeadphonestyIkea’s latest speaker lamp ditches Sonos for Spotify and inexpensive Bluetooth - The VergeShelly's New Smart Devices Aim to Simplify Home Automation - The VergeIntroducing 433 MHz Remote Cloning - HomeyZooz Joins Works With Home Assistant - Home Assistant BlogSegway Navimow - Choose Life without BoundariesNavimow X3 APIOff-Road WheelsPick of the Week: WeatherStar 4000+Navbar card: easily navigate through dashboardsGitHub - zwave-js/zwave-js-ui: Full featured Z-Wave Control Panel UI and MQTT gateway. Built using Nodejs, and Vue/VuetifyAqara Smart Door Locks

On this week's show: Samsung adds natural language programming while Pro systems lag further behind, KEF makes something with Nothing, IKEA now Matters, and UniFi announces a decent NAS drive update. Plus, project updates, a pick of the week, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesSamsung SmartThings update adds natural language routines - The VergeOpenPhone | Collaborative business phone for startups and small businessesCrestron Home OS 4.6 Puts Music Control at the Forefront of Smart Home Experience - CEProKEF Collaboration with Nothing Produces Headphone (1) Immersive Audio Solution - CE ProIkea’s smart home hub is now a Matter controller - The VergeIntroducing UniFi Drive 3.0 - UI BlogPick of the WeekGreg in Patron's Slack - Automator of the Month!Release 2025.7 – The Sounds of Summer! - Home Assistant BlogNuki Joins Works With Home Assistant - Home Assistant BlogTJ's Youtube: Want to install drip irrigation or landscape lighting? Ill show you how!This device uses a laser to shoot down 30 mosquitoes per second — LiDAR-guided 'Photonmatrix' has up to 6-meter kill zone, can gauge distance, orientation, and body size in 3 milliseconds

On this week's show: Rogers brings Wi-Fi 7 to Canada while in the US, a Senate bill could take it away, Ring adds AI video descriptions, and Gentex wants to keep your home safe with a smarter smoke alarm. Ubiquiti drops new dome cams, and SwitchBot teams up with Home Assistant. Plus, project updates, a pick of the week, and so much more!Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesHomeTech HeadlinesRogers announces it’s bringing Wi-Fi 7 to Canada - MobileSyrupSenate bill could significantly reduce capacity of the 6GHz band, potentially affecting next-gen WiFI - The VergeCanada orders Hikvision to cease local operations - Toronto SunComcast’s Xfinity plans in the Northeast are getting unlimited data - The VergeRing announces AI-powered video descriptions for its cameras and doorbells - The VergeIntroducing Next-Gen Dome Cameras - Ubiquiti NewsletterPlace Smart Smoke & CO Alarm: Gentex's New Home Safety System Set for Release - The VergeGovee Launch Three New Smart Lamps w/ Matter - HomeKit NewsSwitchBot joins Works with Home Assistant - Home Assistant BlogPick of the Week: Mower Gate - RedditVibe coding - Wikipedia