This week's show starts with an overview of the reviews for the new second generation HomePod and a deep dive into the security mess that Anker has made with its Eufy smart home cameras. We then dig into some earnings from IoT chip providers NXP and … [Read more...]
Podcast: Matter upgrades aren’t ready for prime time
We tried Matter for the first time late last week, and have a lot to share with our listeners about what we and other journalists learned through the process. The early verdict is that most people should not update for a while because the process is … [Read more...]
Shopping for smart locks is a mess, but here’s what I bought
Last month, the Kwikset smart lock that came installed in the back door of my house when we moved in two years ago broke. I wasn't in love with the lock, but I was even less happy with the timing of it breaking. I would have preferred to wait for … [Read more...]
CES 2019: Google Assistant improves, expands and becomes easier for hardware makers to use
My first order of business at the Consumer Electronics Show today was a press-only chat and demonstration given by Google. We were promised news, information, and a ride! Google delivered. Let's get some of the stats and data out of the way … [Read more...]