There were several acquisitions this week and the end of two prominent IoT platforms to cover, so Kevin and I had a lot to talk about. We kick off the show with Amazon's purchase of mesh Wi-Fi company Eero and then segue into a conversation about … [Read more...]
The Hubitat Elevation hub isn’t for everyone but it’s great for home automation
When it comes to smart home hubs, there are two very different audiences. There are mass-market consumers that mainly want a plug-and-play type system such as a SmartThings or Wink hub. Then there are the tinkerers who want more control over their … [Read more...]
What smart switches are a good replacements for Plum Light Pads?
During the voicemail part of our IoT Podcast this week, we heard from Ed, who currently owns a number of Plum Light Pads. These smart switches aren't just nice to look at with their minimalistic design; they can monitor energy usage, don't require … [Read more...]
Contextere wants to make machines easier to talk to
If you spend any time in the manufacturing industry, or in segments related to manufacturing, such as oil and gas pipeline management, you'll hear about a skills shortage. There are lots of workers retiring, and fewer young employees … [Read more...]
Amazon just acquired Eero because Wi-Fi is key to the smart home
Amazon will acquire mesh Wi-Fi maker Eero for an undisclosed sum, as the retailer continues making investments in the smart home. Eero formed in 2014 and built a product that quickly made the concept of mesh Wi-Fi a household name. Mesh Wi-Fi uses … [Read more...]