I was at CES last week checking out all of the latest connected things and have a bonus podcast for this week. It's a totally different format from usual and sponsored by Open Connectivity Foundation. We start off with a discussion on the state of … [Read more...]
The cops want your smart home data (Podcast Episode 91)
This week's big story was the Bentonville, Arkansas case where police were seeking data from an alleged murderer's Echo history. Kevin and I share our thoughts on the case, what police could learn from connected gadgets and what this means for your … [Read more...]
Nuro has a bright idea for intelligent lighting
Light switches are a sticking point in the smart home. If you have installed a smart bulb, the light switch becomes a source of tension, because if someone turns it off, your smart bulbs stop working. But replacing the switches themselves is an … [Read more...]
Here is what’s going to happen in 2017
As I finished my CES planning this week, I realized I didn't have to write a traditional, what-to-expect-from-CES post that I've written for what feels like a decade since I'm not at a major publication anymore. The exhilaration I felt was fleeting … [Read more...]
Get Smart with Stacey over at PCMag
Twice a month I answer reader questions on the smart home over at PCMag. Here's the latest installment: I'll soon be getting a Google Home and am ready to start diving into the world of the Connected Home. I'll be starting with connected light … [Read more...]