Episode 222 - Swimming with iPhones

On this week's episode of HomeTech: Jason shares his (successful) covert mission to get himself a new iPhone X. Plus, the latest home tech headlines including:

• SmartThings and Plume partner up for a new mesh WiFi/smart home solution
• Samsung announces their new Bixby-powered Galaxy Home smart speaker
• Fibraro launches an aggressive new North American installer training program
• Marantz rolls out new AirPlay2 receivers
• A new smart device to ensure you never run out of coffee
• Crestron hacks
• Smart home security tips
• And much more...

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Show Notes

• HomeKit Weekly: Four ways to control cooling with fans and air conditioners
• HomeTech Headlines
  • New Samsung SmartThings Wifi Melds Home Automation Hub with Plume Mesh Wi-Fi
  • Samsung announces Galaxy Home speaker with Bixby smart assistant
  • Five things we still don’t know about Samsung’s Galaxy Home smart speaker
  • Fibaro Launches North American Installer Training Initiative
  • Marantz begins rolling out AirPlay 2 support to compatible audio accessories
  • Amazon Dash-powered WePlenish smart pantry device orders snacks, coffee, more
• Security in AV
  • The Art of Hacking AV Systems - rAVe [Publications]
  • DEF CON® Hacking Conference
  • How to better secure your smart home
• Picks of the Week
  • Mystery button on remote at AirBNB in Wales - Tiernan Douieb on Twitter
  • This cruel Bud Light smart fridge unlocks only when the Cleveland Browns win
  • Away Mode by Hippo