In this podcast, Adam and Richard discuss the highlights from CES 2023, including new smart home products from Nanoleaf, GE, and Ring. They also mention non-CES announcements from Apple, Insteon, and Eve. The hosts answer a listener question about basic lighting for iOS users and share their Christmas tech gifts. They also talk about a $130 TV app. Other topics include Hyper Ice recovery products, pinball machines, the prominence of Matter at CES, the Nano Leaf Skylight, new home pods, the success of the HomePod Mini, Instian Technologies developments, and the new Instian i3 product line.
Apple's new HomePod offers improved sound quality, temperature and humidity sensors for HomeKit users.
TP-Link's Smart Plug Mini is a cost-effective solution with HomeKit support and compatibility with major voice assistants.
Deep dives
HomePods and Instinct i3 Dial and Outlet
Apple has released a new version of the HomePod, offering improved sound quality and temperature and humidity sensors that can be used with HomeKit. Instinct i3 from Instinct Technologies includes the i3 Dial, a rotary form factor dimmer, and a double outlet that can be controlled locally. These products are compatible with iOS and offer affordable solutions for controlling lights.
Matter Updates and Eve
Eve is rolling out Matter updates for their smart home products, allowing users to integrate them into Matter-supported ecosystems. Other companies, including Philips Hue, are also preparing to release Matter updates for their devices, providing enhanced compatibility and interoperability.
Smart Plugs
For a simple and cost-effective solution, TP-Link offers the Smart Plug Mini with HomeKit support. These plugs are inexpensive, reliable, and compatible with major voice assistants. ConnectSense also offers in-wall outlets with advanced features, such as power usage monitoring.
CES Announcements
CES featured various smart home announcements, including the new HomePod, Instain i3 products, and updates to HomeKit architecture. The new HomePod offers improved sound quality, temperature and humidity sensors, and compatibility with HomeKit. Instain i3 released the i3 Dial dimmer and a double outlet, providing affordable and reliable options for smart home control.
They couldn't make it to Las Vegas in person this year, but Adam and Richard followed all the smart home news from CES 2023 closely. In this episode, they share the announcements that most piqued their interest, including new products from Nanoleaf, GE, Ring, and more.
They also turn their attention to some non-CES announcements from the likes of Apple, Insteon, and Eve; answer a listener question about the best basic lighting setup for an iOS user; and share what connected goodies they got for Christmas. Plus: Would you pay $130 for an app for your TV?