Episode 529 - Gavin Needs a Pergola

On this week's show: Getting ready for Home Assistant Community Day, Amazon still claims Alexa Plus is real, Aqara launches a voice assistant device, WiiM’s new kit, a few “interesting” outdoor lighting options from Nanoleaf and Govee, Lock Talk is back with lasers! Plus, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Amazon claims it’s ‘constantly inviting’ new customers to Alexa Plus | The Verge
  • Introducing the Voice Mate H1: Speak Discreetly, Control Instantly - Aqara Products - Aqara Forum
  • WiiM’s Sound smart speaker looks like a HomePod for audiophiles | The Verge
  • Introducing the WiiM Voice Remote 2: The Ultimate Control for Your Audio Experience : r/WiiMHome
  • Nanoleaf's new indoor and outdoor smart lights are its funkiest designs to date | TechRadar
  • New Govee Outdoor Lamp Post Lights with Matter launching soon - NotebookCheck.net News
  • Elgato is letting you stick a Stream Deck on anything | The Verge
  • Kwikset Halo Smart Locks Integrate into DoorBird App - CEPRO
  • Wi-Charge wireless power review: This Alfred door lock charges wirelessly — and I want everything in my smart home to work this way | The Verge
• Pick of the Week: How to Assemble and Install the SmartWings Pergola Flexar Q3 | Setup & Remote Control Guide