Best Smarthome Podcasts (2024)

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Home: On #158 – Smarthome Quibbles with Allison Sheridan 47:50

8d ago47:50

47:50

Allison Sheridan from Podfeet Podcasts joins us to discuss the more problematic side of home automation—when things don’t work as expected or desired. What’s annoying us in our respective smart homes and how do we deal with problems when they arise? Why do we even put ourselves through all this? We also touch on a few interesting smart home stories…

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AI and the Smart Home | a ISE 2024 Stage Talk | 397 46:24

10h ago46:24

46:24

In this podcast Rich Green, founder and owner of Rich Green Design moderates a panel of industry heavyweights Alex Capecelatro, Co-Founder and CEO of Josh.ai, James Chen, Managing Director of Kordz, and J.B. Fowler, VP of Integrator Solutions at Domotz about AI and the home. They talk about what's happening now and where it might go in the very nea…

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228: Solid State Batteries - Or Are They? 40:57

40m ago40:57

40:57

https://youtu.be/aciA1dKz5iE On today’s episode of Still To Be Determined we’re talking about the Yoshino “Solid State” battery and some of the controversy around it. There’s a lot to talk about … and definitely more to come on this topic. Corrections: 24:15 - The name of the company is TechInsights, not Tech Ingredients. Watch the Undecided with M…

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A Chat With Lutron, How Did They Start and What Are They up To | 396 51:58

2h ago51:58

51:58

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Ben Bard, VP of Luxury Residential at Lutron. We talk about Lutron's history and what they're about. We also get into their product lines, new releases and what to expect at the 2024 CEDIA Expo in Denver CO. Lutron was gracious eno…

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Hands on with tvOS 18 Public Beta, MagSafe Travel Chargers, New HomePod, & More Smart Home News 1:02:58

1d ago1:02:58

1:02:58

This week on HomeKit Insider, we go hands-on with the first public beta of tvOS 18 and walk through all the big changes. We also touch on the news for the week including several new sensors launching, a refreshed HomePod mini, and identify the best MagSafe-compatible travel chargers. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hasht…

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227: The Future of Carbon Capture 39:23

7m ago39:23

39:23

https://youtu.be/dEKWmL18480 Matt interviews Dr. Sebastian Pohlmann from Up Catalyst about their work with carbon capture to produce products like graphite for batteries in a carbon neutral way. Carbon Capture is a divisive topic, but this approach might change your opinion. Could this be a good path forward? YouTube version of the podcast: https:/…

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Episode 229 - AI in the Smart Home 51:03

2h ago51:03

51:03

Adam and Richard talk about the state of AI in the smart home, including fridges with computer vision and how Josh.ai is trying to fix voice-controlled home automation. Then, they talk about Apple's AI-related announcements at WWDC, including a huge tie-up with OpenAI ... but when, exactly, will we see this tech on all our devices? Also on today's …

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Sonos Arc 2, Aqara U200, & More Apple Smart Display Leaks 1:06:09

4d ago1:06:09

1:06:09

This week on HomeKit Insider, Jennifer Pattison Tuohy joins from The Verge to discuss a big week of smart home news from Sonos Arc 2 leaks, the launch of the Aqara U200 smart lock, a major brand acquisition, and more evidence pointing to Apple's mysterious new smart home display. Buckle up for an extra-long episode! Send us your HomeKit questions a…

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Neuroinclusive Design | a 2024 ISE Stage Talk | 395 49:42

1d ago49:42

49:42

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Amanda Wildman, founder of TruMedia, Pete Trauth, founder of Nirvana Home Entertainment, and Matt Manalis, managing director of Experience One about being aware of the opportunities to design for different types of people. This was…

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226: Home Battery Experiences - Are They Worth It? 29:57

3d ago29:57

29:57

https://youtu.be/9BonCkAmX6s Matt and Sean talk about Matt’s new home battery, and viewers share their experiences. Why would you want one? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, My New Net Zero Home Battery Surprised Me https://youtu.be/Q7piAXkqvOM?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi7FwYRnWkpCSkAeFOzrgh5h YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.…

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Apple's New Smart Accessory Leaks, SmartThings Upgrades Matter, & New Gear Released 20:46

5d ago20:46

20:46

This week on HomeKit Insider, your host talks about the latest leaks regarding Apple's unannounced smart home accessory, as well as goes hands-on with Peak Design's new Mobile lineup with Qi2. There were also new products coming to market soon -- a new smart lock and an environmental sensor. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with t…

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225: AMA with Matt Ferrell 21:17

10d ago21:17

21:17

https://youtu.be/xkp7BELd5JQ Matt and Sean respond to your Ask Me Anything questions. There’s a wide array of topics in this one including, “why did the chicken cross the road?” Why indeed. YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/stilltbdpodcast Get in touch: https://undecidedmf.com/podcast-feedback Support the show: https://pod.fan…

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Cync Under Cabinet Lights, Hue Table Lamp, & Your Weekly Smart Home News 41:33

12d ago41:33

41:33

This week on HomeKit Insider, Andrew goes through all the news for the week, including the launch of more AirPlay TVs in hotels as well as Matter-enabled under-cabinet lights. We also have three hands-on demos this week including the Philips Hue Table Lamp and the Narwal Freo X Ultra vacuum. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with t…

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Let's Talk About Lighting Design Part 1 | 393 51:26

17d ago51:26

51:26

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Andy Bull, Director of Design at Lighting Audio Video Projects, David Warfel, Founding Designer from Light Can Help You, and Gordon Petrie, Co-Founder of Eclipse Lighting Design about lighting design, pet peeves, and what it's like…

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224: Quantum Dots Quantumania 25:17

18d ago25:17

25:17

https://youtu.be/1TOc6-IfJ7Y Matt and Sean talk about quantum dots, what they’re good for, and the future of solar panel technology. Are quantum dots really the best option? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode How Quantum Dots Solar Panels Could Change Everything https://youtu.be/81JgczyzXy8?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi4dFnLD9622FK77atWtQVv7 YouTube…

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New Hue Lights, tvOS 18, Qi2 Chargers, & More! 33:04

23d ago33:04

33:04

This week on HomeKit Insider, Andrew goes through all the new changes in tvOS 18 such as InSight, improved audio, new screensavers and more. There are also a lot of new gear coming out this week, including several new Philips Hue products and new Qi2 chargers. The episode wraps with a quick listener question. Send us your HomeKit questions and reco…

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A Manufactures Perspective of RP22 | The Immersive Audio Design Recommended Practice | 392 51:32

22d ago51:32

51:32

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Michael Hedges, Technical Director of the Monitor Audio Group and Nick Fichte, Business Development Director Home and Yacht of L-Acoustics about why they have embraced the Immersive Audio Design Recommended Practice and how they ar…

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Rani Plaut, Air 23:42

24d ago23:42

23:42

A conversation with Rani Plaut, CEO and Co-Founder of Air. Rani has been CEO of Pulsar Limited, CEO and Co-Founder of Bmax and CEO and Co-Founder of Polarity Mobile. At Air, Rani is focused on developing the mass usage of personal mobility through the Air flying vehicles.By Chuck Martin

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223: Transforming Heat Pumps - Is This a Good Idea for the Future? 27:55

25d ago27:55

27:55

https://youtu.be/X6p700sZgrg Matt and Sean talk about new transforming window-based heat pumps, the costs, and the hopes it has for the future of electrification. It’s a clever idea, but is it worth the cost? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, Why This Window Heat Pump Is Genius https://youtu.be/KNlDu_ZHIo8?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi7uzySCXq8VXh…

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WWDC Apple Home News 43:53

27d ago43:53

43:53

This week on HomeKit Insider, we walk through all the news announced at WWDC as it pertains to Apple Home. We're seeing support for more Matter accessories, app changes, and more. There was a couple news items, including a Find My device and a solar-powered accessory. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinside…

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222: Robot Mowerlords - From AI to Robots 32:39

1M ago32:39

32:39

https://youtu.be/CKApQFyMZ34 On today’s episode we’re talking about our national nightmare: robots rising up to kill their masters and letting the yards get totally gnarly. This has everything from AI to robotics to “are lawns even necessary?” Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, This Tech FINALLY Makes Robot Lawn Mowers Worth it https://…

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WWDC '24 Preview, Flair Vents, & A Portable Apple TV 17:39

1M ago17:39

17:39

This week on HomeKit Insider, we preview the new features coming to all your Apple devices out of WWDC 2024. We also cover some news for the week including the creation of a portable Apple TV and new Matter devices arriving in iOS 17.6. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at…

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Stuff is Cheap, People are Expensive: ISE 2024 Stage Talk | 391 48:39

1M ago48:39

48:39

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Leslie Shiner, owner of the Shiner Group, Rich Green, owner of Rich Green Design, and Jon Rehwaldt, Director of Curriculum at CEDIA about stuff and people. We get into employee retention, new generational issues, staffing, using AI…

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221: Generative AI - Don’t Panic? 33:37

1M ago33:37

33:37

https://youtu.be/h4BKiYFZjQY On today’s episode of Still To Be Determined we’re talking about Generative AI. It’s a little known topic, so maybe we’re the first place you’re hearing about it. Kidding aside … should we be freaking out about OpenAI? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, AI Just Changed Everything … Again https://youtu.be/q9_…

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Nomad CEO Noah Dentzel Joins to Talk Apple Find My & Qi2/MagSafe 47:15

1M ago47:15

47:15

This week on HomeKit Insider, Nomad CEO & co-founder Noah Dentzel joins to chat about Apple Find My trackers & developing Qi2/MagSafe chargers. We also go through the news including new Matter accessories and a pair of worthwhile app updates! Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our ho…

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220: Solid State Batteries - Are They Here? 23:24

2M ago23:24

23:24

https://youtu.be/qXl0kYiCuO0 Matt and Sean talk about solid state batteries crawling into our lives and whether or not they’re actually here. Are they? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, Solid State Batteries are Closer Than You Think https://youtu.be/gG2_5GMWf1E?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi7uzySCXq8VXhodHB5B5OiQ YouTube version of the podcast: ht…

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Interview with Ecobee CEO Greg Fyke, New Sonos Devices, & More 30:00

2M ago30:00

30:00

This week on HomeKit Insider, Ecobee CEO Greg Fyke joins your host to break down the future of the smart home including Matter adoption, and new product categories, among other topics. We also go through the news including the launch of the Sonos Ace headphones, a new affordable Home Key smart lock, and lots more. Send us your HomeKit questions and…

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219: Shrouded Rooftop Wind Turbines 23:26

2M ago23:26

23:26

https://youtu.be/JPGMBbBt9s8 Matt and Sean talk about old designs, new designs, and the coincidences linking them. Wind turbine design goes back centuries, but are they actually linked to newer designs? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, Are Shrouded Rooftop Wind Turbines the Future of Energy? https://youtu.be/SGQTwcq0UIY?list=PLnTSM-OR…

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Denon Adds Siri, Aqara M3 Launches, & Hands on with Pitaka Qi2 Car Charger and Apple Pencil Pro 31:51

2M ago31:51

31:51

This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the new Pitaka Qi2 car charger with built-in NFC and talk about the Apple Pencil Pro's smart home features. Otherwise, I cover the news including new Matter products, AirTag 2 rumors, and more. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our ho…

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2024 Tax and Policy Update | 390 53:35

2M ago53:35

53:35

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and Host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Morgan Scarboro, Vice President of MultiState and Darren Reaman, Director of Government Affairs at CEDIA about how the latest legislative sessions have affected Tax and business policies that may affect you. We also talk about othe…

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Episode 228 - Food Tech and the Smart Kitchen with Mike Wolf 44:26

2M ago44:26

44:26

Mike Wolf returns! The original host of the Smart Home Show, now running The Spoon and the Smart Kitchen Summit, is back to talk with Adam and Richard about the latest and greatest food tech. That extends from robots in restaurants to home composting solutions like The Mill. The trio also talks about how advances in AI may change our cooking and ea…

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218: Building Smarter Cities 50:44

2M ago50:44

50:44

https://youtu.be/OP5ME-rLN5Y Matt talks to Fanni Melles about her PhD research into the future of smarter cities. Her research focused on Melbourne-based city designing professionals and how they’re applying smart city concepts, but this can apply to any city around the world. What is a smart city? Well, not what you might think. Fanni is also the …

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Matter 1.3, Brilliant Goes Under, & Hands-On with Ridge MagSafe Wallet 59:34

2M ago59:34

59:34

This week on HomeKit Insider, we diver into all the changes in Matter 1.3, break down the end of Brilliant and go hands-on with the Ridge MagSafe wallet and its Find My options. This is on top of the new iPads, Apple Pencil Pro, and more news for the week. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and…

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217: Heat Pump Teamwork - Are They Worth It? 23:50

2M ago23:50

23:50

https://youtu.be/ie48sOqBfJI Matt and Sean talk about whether or not networked, cascading heat pumps are viable for home use. Are they worth it? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, How This New Heat Pump is Genius https://youtu.be/wSgv5NwtByk?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi7uzySCXq8VXhodHB5B5OiQ YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/…

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Navigating AI Threats in the AV Industry | 389 49:26

2M ago49:26

49:26

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and Host of the CEDIA podcast hosts a panel at the 2024 Integrated Systems Europe Show (aka ISE) with Rich Green, Owner of Rich Green Design, Jeff Sonnnleitner, Cyber Security teacher and subject matter expert, and Giles Sutton, Sr. VP of Product & Business Development at…

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Satechi Qi2 Stand Hands-On, Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra, & the Status of Matter 1.2 31:15

2M ago31:15

31:15

This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the new Satechi Qi2 2-in-1 folding travel stand, walk through some new smart home devices, update you on the news for the week, and get deep on Matter 1.2 spec with the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hos…

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216: Solar Panel Scam? 33:39

3M ago33:39

33:39

https://youtu.be/m0GfWX5sT4o Matt and Sean talk about whether or not the distrust in sustainable tech, like home solar panels, is based on fact or fiction. Sean’s D&D Kickstarter: https://link.undecidedmf.com/dnd-kickstarter Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, Are We Getting Scammed with Solar? https://youtu.be/BD7aCkLwR7U?list=PLnTSM-OR…

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Moss Air Humidifier, Sonos Update, Matter Devices, & More! 29:31

3M ago29:31

29:31

This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands-on with the Moss Air humidifier and purifier, look at a pair of new Matter devices, talk through a couple of updates, and discuss Satechi's new Qi2 chargers. Plus, I tease an upcoming guest on the podcast! Stay tuned to find out who and how to submit your questions. Send us your HomeKit questions and recomme…

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215: Perovskite - The Future of Solar? 27:46

3M ago27:46

27:46

https://youtu.be/uiFa3ThFvlw Matt and Sean talk about perovskite breakthroughs and changes in solar energy production. Is it really the future of solar technology? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, 2024 Perovskite Breakthroughs are the Future of Solar https://youtu.be/FOBY6t1xnMI?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi4dFnLD9622FK77atWtQVv7 YouTube version …

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Two New Air Purifiers, Nanoleaf String Lights, Govee Floor Lamps, & More Qi2 38:13

3M ago38:13

38:13

This week on HomeKit Insider, I go hands on with several new products including the Nanoleaf String Lights, Mophie's Qi2 3-in-1 charger, and Govee's two new Floor Lamps. There's also news around Home Assistant, Casetify, & two new air purifiers. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our…

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2024 Chicago Tech & Business Summit with RP22 Workshop | 386 19:36

3M ago19:36

19:36

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and Host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Bill Ekstrand and Alex Mondragon of Barrett's Technology Solutions, Carl Horne of AV Design & Sales and Hank Alexander of Oasys Residential Technology Group about what they saw, experienced and learned at the Chicago Tech & Busines…

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214: Analog Computers - Old is New Again 25:06

3M ago25:06

25:06

https://youtu.be/n37PpuaADEY Matt and Sean talk about analog computing, but these aren’t your grandparents’ analog computers. Why is old new again? And where will we see these in our daily lives? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, Why the Future of AI & Computers Will Be Analog https://youtu.be/6Y6FJVqzivc?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi4dFnLD9622FK7…

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Aqara P2 Motion Sensor, Google Find My, More Qi2, & A Smart Coffee Machine from Fellow 43:49

3M ago43:49

43:49

This week on HomeKit Insider, we dive into the new Google My Devices network and how Apple's smart discovery program could improve, we talk about the new Aqara motion sensor, Fellow's new smart coffee machine -- Aiden, and look at more Qi2 devices. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow …

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213: Low Light Solar Panel’s Big Advancement 36:17

3M ago36:17

36:17

https://youtu.be/dd_qcqlWUZ0 Matt interviewed Bates Marshall, Co-Founder and CEO of Ambient Photonics, which manufactures a cutting edge high power, low light solar cell for use in things like mice, keyboards, remotes, etc. So how charged up should you be over this piece of solar tech? YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/stilltb…

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Lots of New Robovacs, Bright LifX Bulbs, & Mophie Qi2 Car Charger 55:57

3M ago55:57

55:57

This week on HomeKit Insider, we go into four new robot vacuum cleaners from eufy, iRobot, and Roborock. We also go hands-on with a new Qi2 car charger, and discuss LifX's new ultra-bright bulbs. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter @andrewohara941 …

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212: Sand Batteries - It’s Getting Hot 25:39

3M ago25:39

25:39

https://youtu.be/fcyyrM3_Aks Matt and Sean talk about using sand to cut down on energy storage costs. Thermal energy storage is getting really hot now, but will it work for homes as well? Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, How a Sand Battery Could Revolutionize Home Energy Storage https://youtu.be/KVqHYNE2QwE?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi4dFnLD9622…

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Immersive Audio Design Work Shops [RP22) | 385 49:21

4M ago49:21

49:21

In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and Host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Owen Maddock, Owner of Cinema Works and Tom Dellicompagni, Director of Dellicompagni about their experience attending an Immersive Audio Design Recommended Practice [RP22] workshop and why everyone should do the same. The Immersive…

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Qi2 Devices, Stair-Climbing Robotic Vacuum Cleaner, & TP-Link Cameras 39:25

3M ago39:25

39:25

This week on HomeKit Insider, your host highlights several new Qi2 devices, including the iPhone 12, go in-depth on the Ascender stair-climbing robotic vacuum cleaner with Matter, and review two TP-Link cameras. Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at: @andrew_osu on Twitter …

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