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405 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 66 ratingsThe HomeTech Podcast features news, opinions, insights, and advice on all things Smart Home | Co-Hosted by Home Automation Pros Gavin Campbell, TJ Huddleston, & Seth Johnson
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Episode 136 - Bigger Than WiFi w/ Securifi's Rammohan Malasani
November 11, 2016 00:46 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We have a chat with Rammohan Malasani, Founder & CEO at Securifi. Ram joins us to discuss the company's Almond family of routers. In particular we dive into the latest Almond 3 product, which serves not only as a robust mesh WiFi system, but also doubles (triples?) as a Smart Home hub / self-monitored security solution. That plus... Alexa in the form of a largemouth bass. A smart landscape lighting / attack-drone solution (release the drones!). And when i...
Episode 135 - Exploring 'Nest Pro' with Gene LaNois
November 04, 2016 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Gene LaNois - Head of Professional Channel at Nest Labs. Gene provides us with an overview of Nest's unique program, which seeks to create a thriving, and symbiotic relationship with the professionals of various trades who chose to incorporate Nest products into their installation businesses. That plus... What Apple's (half-baked) efforts tell us about the future of TV. SmartThings teams up with Leviton. Is Savant returning to their roots...
Episode 134 - A Market Update with Lutron's David Weinstein
October 28, 2016 13:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by friend of the show David Weinstein, Lutron's VP of Residential Sales. David shares his thoughts on the current state of the market including the increasing number of production builders embracing home technology, as well Lutron's continued success serving the luxury integrator. That plus... Apple's homebuilder partnerships aim to cement HomeKit's place in the mid-market. Our thoughts on the potential ATT / Time Warner acquisition. DirecTV...
Episode 133 - Catching Up w/ #LiveInstall's Kris Gamble
October 21, 2016 13:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: Good friend, and regular guest of the show Kris Gamble, from #LiveInstall, joins us to provide an update on the home technology scene from across the pond. Topics of conversation include his recent attendance at the HDAnywhere X Event and Essential Install Live show, his thoughts on the HAUS closure, his success stories with a couple new product lines, and a home tech retrofit at his new personal residence. Fan of the podcast? Want to support our efforts?...
Episode 132 - All About Bakpak with Control4's Brad Hintze
October 14, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Brad Hintze from Control4 to discuss the latest release of Pakedge's RSM platform - BakPak 4.0. We explore the feature set of this robust remote management tool, and discuss the ways that it can help HomeTech Pros run a more streamlined service business. That plus... 11 hours to boil water? Panasonic's new wireless button ditches the battery. Comcast gets caught "cramming". And HAUS calls it quits. Fan of the podcast? Want to support ou...
Episode 131 - Beyond Voice Control - Advanced AI for the Home w/ Alex Capecelatro of JoshAI
October 07, 2016 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by JoshAI co-founder Alex Capecelatro to discuss the company's unique approach to AI in the smart home. Alex discusses how, through the use of advanced learning algorithms and sophisticated natural language processing, JoshAI is aiming to become the premier name in next-gen smart home control. That plus... How you might have unwittingly played a role in one of the largest botnet attacks ever recorded. Google (not Nest) is getting serious abo...
Episode 130 - CEDIA 2016 Wrap-Up Special - Part 2
September 30, 2016 13:00 - 1 hour - 37.4 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: Jason and Seth sit down for the second in their 2-part CEDIA wrap-up series. Featuring numerous sound bites from the show floor, this episodes highlights some of most unique and innovative products seen in Dallas this year. This show also puts a special focus on some the DIY smart home companies seeking meaningful ways to embrace a working relationship with home technology pros. Fan of the podcast? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a P...
Episode 129 - CEDIA 2016 Wrap-Up Special - Part 1
September 23, 2016 15:41 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: Jason and Seth sit down for the first in a two-part recap of CEDIA 2016. Featuring numerous sound bites captured on the show floor, this episode highlights some of the key trends to emerge from Dallas this year. Be sure to tune in next week for part 2! Fan of the podcast? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron! Visit HomeTech.fm/support to learn more...
Episode 128 - CEDIA 2016 - On-Location Special
September 17, 2016 19:28 - 40 minutes - 28.3 MBJason and Seth sit down for a few minutes at CEDIA 2016 to give a quick overview and thoughts from the show.
Episode 127 - The Definitive CEDIA Preview w/ Vin Bruno
September 09, 2016 13:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: we are joined by Vin Bruno, the CEO of CEDIA, to discuss the upcoming show in Dallas, as well as the current state of the organization. Vin shares many valuable insights about the state of our industry, where we are headed in the future, and what he is looking forward to seeing on the show floor. That plus... Seth and Jason share their thoughts on some of the most important trends and themes they expect to see emerge from the industry's most important eve...
Episode 126 - The Long-Awaited Sonos API
September 02, 2016 14:48 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: Seth and Jason sit down for a lengthy discussion about the huge news that came from Sonos this week. If you're not aware the company finally announced its long-awaited API. Included in the announcement was a list of integration partners including Crestron, Lutron, Savant, Control4, and iPort. In addition to the API announcement, the company also rolled out a voice control partnership with Alexa. Tune in to hear all about the implications of this huge news o...
Episode 125 - Remote System Management & RMR w/ Ihiji's Mike Maniscalco
August 26, 2016 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBOn this week’s episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Mike Maniscalco, co-founder of Ihiji, to discuss the company’s robust system monitoring platform. Established in 2009, Ihiji was a first-mover in the remote technology management space. Mike shares his thoughts on the importance of RMR, and how his company helps home tech pros make the critical transition to service based pricing. That plus… The (unsurprising) demise of Kaleidescape. Samsung jumps on the voice control bandwagon. Reinventi...
Episode 124 - A HomeTech Fan is Born
August 19, 2016 14:36 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: After taking a week off to let Jason enjoy some time with his newborn son we are back in action to tackle a busy week in home technology news. Conversations include: Is Sonos finally going to release an API? The great 'technologist debate' continues. Providing solutions versus providing products. A conversation about HDBaseT, 4K and the future of video distribution in general. EchoStar drops Sage like a hot potato. The search for more competition in the h...
Episode 123 - "Home Technologist"
August 05, 2016 14:25 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBThis week Jason and Seth sit down to cover the weeks news and follow up on a number of stories that have some updates. We're still not sure what to think about the new name for "integrators" even though we show up as the first result in Google. What do you think? Is "Home Technologist" any better than "Custom Integrator?"
Episode 122 - Greenlight Control with Steve Hosterman
July 29, 2016 13:54 - 1 hour - 44 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: Steve Hosterman of Greenlight Control joins us to discuss the company's unique twist on remote systems monitoring and management. If you're a home tech pro evaluating different options to implement RMR in your business, Greenlight should absolutely be on your shortlist of tools to consider. That plus... A recent (and over reported) Nest thermostat glitch. The end of American owned flat panel companies has arrived. Savant swears allegiance to the home tech...
Episode 121 - Essential Install Live Wrap-Up w/ #LiveInstall's Kris Gamble
July 22, 2016 13:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined once again by good friend of the show, and the mastermind behind #LiveInstall, Kris Gamble. Kris recently attended Essential Install Live and joins us to discuss some of the his takeaways from the trade show floor. That plus... an intriguing pick for CEDIA 2016's Friday morning keynote. Dish Network hops on the voice control bandwagon. Nest Cam Outdoor misses the mark. And Denon sharpens their focus on the Heos line's battle for market share...
Episode 120 - The Hub-Less Smart Home w/ Kent Dickson of Yonomi
July 15, 2016 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Kent Dickson, Co-Founder at Yonomi, to discuss the company's unique "hub-less" approach to unified control in the smart home. That plus... Savant is officially a consumer product. Amazon discontinues the Echo Dot. Sonos has some new digs in NYC. A lawyer feeding frenzy aimed at Nortek's Board of Directors. And what's the big deal with Comcast's new Netflix partnership? Fan of the podcast? Want to support our efforts? Please consider bec...
Episode 119 - Just Like 'Pretty Woman'
July 08, 2016 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech Seth and Jason catch up on the latest news including: A peek behind the curtain of an ultra high end theater install. Thoughts on not one, but two major home technology acquisitions. A discussion about the questionable future of the lowly cable box. The continued challenges facing companies who try and bridge the gap between home automation and control of the media room. And a dissection of Best Buy's new in home technology consulting service. Fan of the ...
Episode 118 - Sonos 101
July 01, 2016 13:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech Seth sits down to cover the ins and outs of one of the most popular home audio products in recent memory: Sonos. If you're a enthusiast looking for more information or a Sonos dealer wanting a refresh this is the episode for you.
Episode 117 - Introducing Amplifi w/ Ubiquiti's Keenan Lewis
June 24, 2016 13:07 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Ubiquiti's VP of Business Development Keenan Lewis to discuss Amplifi, the company's exciting new WiFi system. With a strong track record in the enterprise, Amplifi represents Ubiquiti's first foray into the direct-to-consumer market. Keenan provides us with a great overview of the Amplifi product family, and explains why he thinks Ubiquiti is poised to dominate WiFi in the home. That plus... #LiveInstall links up with Loxone for a unique...
Episode 116 - HomeKit - Take 2
June 17, 2016 13:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBGreat friend of the show Richard Gunther, from the Home: On Podcast, sits in for Jason who needed to take the week off. Richard and Seth dissect all the news from WWDC 2016, placing a primary focus on Apple's long overdue updates to HomeKit.
Episode 115 - The SevenHugs Smart Remote w/ CEO Simon Tchedikian
June 10, 2016 13:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by the CEO and Founder of SevenHugs Simon Tchedikian to discuss the company's new product, the Smart Remote. Billed as the world's first "contextual remote", this innovate handheld device represents a revolutionary approach to controlling your home's connected devices. That plus... A brief look ahead to Apple's WWDC. Seth's cord-cutting journey is off to a slow start. Staples makes their exit from the smart home official. And Tony Fadell get...
Episode 114 - Rethinking House Audio w/ Airhome's Jimi Gonzalez
June 03, 2016 13:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Zenovia's VP of Business Development Jimi Gonzalez, to discuss the company's new product Airhome. Leveraging Apple's Airplay technology, and a very interesting modular design, Airhome represents a very progressive approach to audio distribution. That plus... What the heck is Alexa doing inside your browser? Will the IoT get you killed? Someone's saying something positive about SmartThings for a change. And evidence of live programming com...
Episode 113 - Google Home & the Voice Control Landscape
May 27, 2016 12:55 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: With the announcement of Google Home still warm off the presses, we spend the entirety of our show discussing the rapidly evolving landscape of voice control in the home. From the specifics about Google's initiative, to a broader discussion about where this all headed, our conversation covers dissects this intriguing category. Enjoy the show? Please consider supporting our efforts by becoming a Patron.
Episode 112 - Smart Home as a Service w/ Jeff Lyman of Vivint
May 20, 2016 13:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Jeff Lyman, Chief Marketing Officer at Vivint, to discuss the company's truly unique approach to the smart home. From their roots as a traditional security provider, VIvint has grown into a powerhouse sitting atop this year's CEPro 100 list with a whopping $653 million in revenue. Tune in to hear how a combination of proprietary hardware, strategic partnerships, and high-touch service have all contributed to the company's wild success. Th...
Episode 111 - It's Friday Somewhere
May 13, 2016 14:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We're joined once again by our good friend, and UK correspondent Kris Gable of #LiveInstall. Kris recently returned from a trip to Grand Designs Live, the UK's largest home building show. We discuss his experience attending the event as home technology professional. That plus... Control4's rosy Q1 earnings call. Speculation on Apple's plans to include a HomeKit app in iOS10. Ubiquiti Networks' splashy entrance into consumer WiFi. And a smart strategic acq...
Episode 110 - Siri in a Can
May 06, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We're joined once again by good friend of the show Richard Gunther to discuss the ongoing struggles of companies like Apple, Nest, Staples, and Samsung to penetrate the connected home. That plus... selling fear in the tech press. Will TiVo's core business now become patent-trolling? And mount your Amazon Echo to the ceiling because, why not? Thanks as always for listening! Enjoy the show? Please consider supporting our efforts by becoming a Patron.
Episode 109 - Trojan Horses
April 29, 2016 13:00 - 52 minutes - 24.2 MBOn this week's episode of the HomeTech Podcast: Kohler gives new meaning to the Internet-of-S***. Insights on the demise of Staples Connect. A rather surprising opponent speaks out against FCC's plan to #UnlockTheBox. The HDCP mafia strikes again. Another national builder hops on the connected home train. And if Control4's looking for a Trojan Horse they need only shift their focus. Enjoy the show? Please consider supporting our efforts by becoming a Patron.
Episode 108 - The Integrator Service Desk w/ Joey Kolchinsky of OneVision
April 22, 2016 13:00 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBOn this week's episode of the HomeTech Podcast: We welcome back Joey Kolchinsky, Founder of OneVision Resources, to discuss the company's innovative new white-label Integrator Service Desk offering. That plus... Nest's CEO Tony Fadell has a strange definition of fast. Growing discontentment is the SmartThings community. Our thoughts on the acquisition of Luxul by Legrand. And Azione members are warned of a pending recession. Enjoy the show? Help support us by becoming a Patron.
Episode 107 - Smarter Property Management w/ Alex Nigg of Properly
April 15, 2016 13:00 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MBOn this episode of the HomeTech Podcast: We welcome Alex Nigg, Founder of the Properly App, to discuss his creative use of DIY smart home solutions to remotely manage vacation rentals. That plus... A few follow ups from our DIY home automation roundup. Lutron hops on the Alexa train. Thoughts on a big acquisition from Nortek. And URC's new control offering aimed at security dealers. Enjoy the show? Want more HomeTech? Join our email list to receive our weekly newsletter and show updates.
Episode 106 - Meet Domotz
April 08, 2016 13:00 - 58 minutes - 27 MBOn this episode of the HomeTech Podcast: We are joined by Domenico Crapanzano, Founder and CEO of Domotz, to discuss their innovate platform for remote technology monitoring and management. Built to be lightweight, affordable, and robust, Domotz has quietly become a serious contender for home technology pros looking for a better way to manage client systems. That plus... Fanning the flames at Nest. What does Revolv have to do with hummus? Our thoughts on a brutal Control4 stock analysis. And...
Episode 105 - DIY Home Automation Roundup
April 02, 2016 15:50 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBOn this week's episode of the HomeTech Podcast: We present a roundup of various DIY home automation platforms. If you want sophisticated home automation, without the professionally installed price tag, it can be done. But don't expect it to be easy. We cover some of the DIY smart home platforms you might want to consider, and a few you probably shouldn't. Plus... Vizio thinks they just killed the physical handheld remote. August now makes a doorbell, but measure your doorframe first! Nest is...
Episode 104 - Catching up with Brad Hintze of Control4
March 25, 2016 23:45 - 1 hour - 28 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: Control4's Director of Product Marketing Brad Hintze joins us to discuss what the company has been up to, including the new EA Controller line, the Pakedge acquisition, and a quick look back at their ISE booth. Plus... Another Apple event and still no HomeKit. A recent SmartThings snafu. Nest and the conversation about pesky terms of service. Nope...Sonos still doesn't care. And Ring steps up their design game. Enjoy the podcast and want even more HomeT...
Episode 103 - AE Ventures TecHomeX Preview
March 19, 2016 07:17 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: AE Ventures' Andrea Medeiros and Jillian Bateman-Moore join us to discuss the inaugural TecHomeX tradshow. Plus... DirecTV leads the 4K broadcast charge. A rather unexpected shakeup at Sonos. And a big initiative in the movie business from a name who might not expect... Enjoy the podcast and want even more HomeTech? Join our email list to receive our weekly newsletter!
Episode 102 - Talking Luma Surveillance w/ SnapAV's Alex Patrao
March 12, 2016 03:52 - 49 minutes - 22.6 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: We're joined by SnapAV's Alex Patrao to talk about Luma, and the future of surveillance. Plus... You can tempt us, but we're done discussing Crestron. A combo home automation hub / perfume dispenser (finally!). Amazon bats .500 on their new Echo products. And some things that just don't belong on your house.
Episode 101 - WiFi with Wires
March 04, 2016 14:00 - 53 minutes - 24.5 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: Dusting off the bell (once again). Pop-quiz time for Seth. The death knell for luxury AV? The merits of connected water pitchers. And what's with all the fuss about Eero? Fan of HomeTech? Join our email list to receive our weekly newsletter and show reminders.
Episode 100 - HomeTech Highlight Reel
February 26, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBOn this very special 100th episode of HomeTech: Join us for as we dive into the archives! At 2+ years in the making, this episode is one you don't want to miss! Featuring audio clip highlights from some of our best shows, we take a trip down memory lane to discuss the significant evolution of home technology since the launch of our podcast! As always we want to send you a sincere thanks for listening! Here's to 100 more!
Bonus Episode - ISE 2016 Wrap Up
February 24, 2016 15:00 - 44 minutes - 21.1 MBCan't wait for our 100th show?? Well we've got good news... a special bonus episode to tide you over! Kris Gamble of #LiveInstall joins Jason to discuss his recent trip to ISE 2016 in Amsterdam. Tune in for a recap of the most important home technology stories to emerge from this massive trade show. Think of it as episode 99.5. Hope you enjoy!
Episode 99 - Wife Warmer 3000?
February 20, 2016 01:15 - 34 minutes - 17.4 MBThis week on the HomeTech: Nearing a milestone. What the heck is a wife-warmer?? The Crestron-Resi speculation continues. A huge buyout in the security world. Good news for OLED lovers. And something resembling a hub from a name you might not expect. Fan of HomeTech? Help us out! Leave a review on iTunes or consider becoming a patron. And don't forget to sign up for our email list for weekly show reminders and access to exclusive newsletter content.
Episode 98 - The Box
February 12, 2016 15:00 - 46 minutes - 23.3 MBOn this week's episode of HomeTech: Super Bowl braggery and creepy commercials, why Crestron leaving CEDIA doesn't matter, thoughts on C4's big acquisition news, and the long-awaited answer to #What'sInTheBox? Jason was not disappointed, you won't be either... Enjoy the show? Help us out by leaving a review on iTunes or becoming a patron. And don't forget to sign up for our email list for weekly show reminders and access to exclusive newsletter content.
Episode 97 - ISE Preview feat #LiveInstall's Kris Gamble
February 05, 2016 15:00 - 44 minutes - 21.9 MBOn this week's show: More mystery-box suspense, a final (yes, we promise, final) thought on CES, some more welcome news for cord cutters, and an introduction to our new UK "correspondent", #LiveInstall founder Kris Gamble, including his thoughts on ISE2016! Thanks for tuning in. Want to support our efforts? Leave us a review on iTunes or consider becoming a Patron. Also join our email list for access to our 'HomeTech Take' newsletter and weekly show reminders.
Episode 96 - What's in the Box?
January 29, 2016 15:00 - 36 minutes - 18.7 MBThis week Seth and Jason discuss: the industry's reaction to the nest bugginess, CEDIA's great taste in new names, Control4's new EA line and why Wall Street will never get it, a little tvOS app with big implications, and exciting news on the horizon including a new partnership, and a mystery gift box en route from Sarasota to Denver... Thanks as always for tuning in. Like what you hear? Leave us a review on iTunes or consider becoming a Patron. Talk to you next week!
Episode 95 - Debbie Downer
January 22, 2016 15:00 - 41 minutes - 21.2 MBWhat can we say, it can't always be good news around here. Perhaps it's just the leeriness of those artic 40-degree days Seth has been battling in Florida. Or maybe it's the chest cold I've been battling. One way or another, this did not appear to be a very bright week in the smart home. Topics discussed include a smart thermostat that leaves you out in the cold, a call to pull a popular smart home product from the shelves, a trough of disillusionment following CES, and a pretty glaring flaw...
Episode 94 - The HomeTech CES2016 Wrap-Up
January 15, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 40.7 MBAt 170.000+ attendees, CES 2016 was truly a massive show. Trying to key in on significant themes through all the noise is daunting. Thankfully we finished digging out from under a veritable heap of news stories and press releases just in time to bring you this (massive) wrap-up special. Might want to consider listening at 2x speed here, tons of ground to cover! Of course we couldn't kick off our wrap-up without diving first into the smart home at CES. We dissect the various strategies of th...
Episode 93 - Watching Fridge Gnomes Work
January 08, 2016 15:00 - 49 minutes - 25.1 MBProduction and recording schedules being what they are, this week we bring you just a small taste of what we've seen so far out of CES2016. The good news is that it didn't take long for the extravagant nature of the show to reveal itself. I mean, why wouldn't you need a 21.5" touchscreen on your refrigerator? The so-called "Family Hub", announced by Samsung, is replete with cameras on the interior (viewable from an app of course). Maybe the tech press will finally stop speculating about the...
Episode 92 - CEDIA's Got Swagger
January 01, 2016 15:00 - 37 minutes - 18.6 MBWith the Holidays in full swing, and tech companies nose-down prepping for the Consumer Electronics Show, news on the home technology front was a bit sparse this week. No matter! We're still bringing you a pertinent, if slightly abbreviated, episode. We start off with a brief chat about CES, making a few predictions about the madness about to descend on Las Vegas. Our conversation rounds out with a discussion about Control4's new consumer finance offering, and analysis of CEDIA's recent "Sta...
Episode 91 - The Technology.fm Holiday Fireside Chat
December 18, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 32 MBThere is no better time than the Holidays to gather with close friends and reflect on the fact that another 12 months have come and gone (already?!). To that end we are excited to present to you a very special episode: The very first "Technology.fm Holiday Fireside Chat". Two long-time friends of the HomeTech podcast, Mike Wolf of the Smart Home Show, and Richard Gunther of Home:On, join us around the proverbial hearth for a lively and engaging conversation about the state of the connected ...
Episode 90 - Innovation, or Something Like It
December 11, 2015 14:00 - 46 minutes - 23.4 MBAfter taking a week off to galavant around Germany, Seth returned just in time for us to bring you this week's show. Battling through a serious case of jet-lag, and nostalgia for the land of beer and brats, Seth joined me to discuss a number of stories about smart home innovation, or at least something resembling it. A key story in this week's show is highly relevant to anyone with a vested interest in the evolution of home-technology-as-a-trade. A large integration firm in my neck of the w...
Episode 89 - The Smart Home Holiday Gift Guide
November 27, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 30.2 MBWith this episode releasing on Black Friday, 2015's holiday shopping season is officially upon us. It won't come as a surprise to fans of our show that this year brings no shortage of gift options for the home technology enthusiast in your life. Join us for this special episode as we dissect the best smart home gift ideas of the 2015 holiday season. Breaking the conversation down into a number of broad categories, we discuss home automation hubs, home theater, media players, lighting and sh...
Episode 88 - Redefining DIY with Colin Marshall of Oomi
November 20, 2015 13:59 - 1 hour - 30 MBWhen a startup raises over 3,000% of its crowdfunding goal it's safe to say that they've struck a chord. The Chicago based startup Oomi accomplished this feat, raising a staggering $1.7million in a campaign that set out to raise a mere $50k. Surpassing their initial goal in just 37 minutes, the team behind Oomi has clearly found a winning formula for standing out in the increasingly crowded DIY smart home space. Home technology enthusiasts are voting with their wallets, and the numbers don't ...