The Vergecast The smart TVs, Matter gadgets, and concept cars from CES
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Jan 11, 2023 The hosts dive into the coolest tech from CES, featuring a color-changing car and a bizarre vacuum-suction OLED TV. They spotlight the Matter protocol, enhancing smart home device connectivity and user experience. Tune in for updates on Samsung's innovative smart technology and LG’s impressive OLED features. A fully wireless 55-inch television makes waves, sparking debates on battery management and wall mounting. The conversation also explores Sony's shift towards automotive tech, showcasing imaginative concepts like the electric Peugeot Inception.
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Matter's Prominence
- Matter, the smart home protocol, was a dominant theme at CES 2023, indicating its growing importance.
- Many companies showcased Matter-compatible devices, suggesting wider adoption and tangible progress.
SmartThings Evolution
- SmartThings is now Samsung's connectivity platform for appliances and TVs, but remains open and interoperable.
- Matter further enhances SmartThings' openness, enabling compatibility with Apple Home and other ecosystems.
Amazon Smart Home Frustration
- Alex Cranz had a frustrating experience with Amazon's smart home setup after moving.
- Manually deleting and re-adding numerous lights prompted them to abandon the platform.