Amazon can't stop, won't stop: For the last two or three years, Amazon has invited press to its Seattle headquarters in mid-September for a barrage of announcements related to Alexa and connected devices. This year, the in-person onslaught can't … [Read more...]
Podcast: How secure is your favorite smart home device?
This week's show has good news for smart device buyers concerned about security. We discuss a new research effort called Your Things that tracks the security of popular smart home devices. We also talk about a new Z-wave hub from Ezlo Innovations, a … [Read more...]
Yale’s new lock is for doors without a deadbolt
Yale just released a connected lock for doors that don't have deadbolts but still might benefit from a keypad and smarts. Examples include a side door to the garage, or a door between the house and the garage — even an Airbnb situation, where you … [Read more...]
How to design a smart apartment system that works
Bringing the smart home to apartment dwellers is a tough business. It can be tough if you've just moved in after dealing with fantastic Movers as well. Due to how complicated it can be to organize your belongings and smart home features. That said, … [Read more...]
Podcast: These are the features that matter in the smart kitchen
This week's podcast kicks off with a discussion about property owners forcing smart apartments on renters. The discussion was sparked by a series of tweets. Kevin and I discovered the name of the company behind the service and cover some of the … [Read more...]