Once again, Z-Wave is Dead?
Samsung Smartthings sees Z-Wave in their rear-view mirror?
www.theverge.com/ifa-berlin/770837/the-newest-sams…
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Are you using Google as your primary smart home system? Numerous reports of major problems have been emerging, with various items suddenly no longer functioning correctly.
I use some Google products a la carte, but not as part of the Google Home system. I'm so curious about what's happening out there.
Post a quick reply with your experience pro or con!
www.techspot.com/news/108767-redditors-fed-up-goog…
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Belkin continues to show how much they hate their customers. They are dropping support for almost all their smart home products!
I published a video two years ago telling how terrible they are - I had no idea it could get worse!
Here's the details directly from Belkin in their own words:
www.belkin.com/in/support-article/?articleNum=3354…
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Confirmed! Sonos pushed out the new app way before it was ready because they needed it for this new product!
(Worst kept rumor - Sonos headphones)
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Sonos app backlash hitting the mainstream media now!
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/05/17/sonos…
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Sonos has publicly posted a list of fixes and timeframes in response to the complaints about bugs and missing features in the first release of the new Sonos App.
It should never have been pushed out unfinished, but it's good to see them working to fix it.
en.community.sonos.com/controllers-and-music-servi…
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Coming May 7th - Sonos major redesign of the Sonos app. Preview images on their website.
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Good news from Apple just ahead of peak summer travel!
Now we can finally AirPlay in hotel rooms!
Until now, very frustrating that many hotel room TV's have Chromecast from Android devices, but no support for AirPlay.
Just scan a QRCode that the TV displays, and Apple device is linked to the TV for AirPlay over the in-room Wifi with a secure, private connection!
I hope this rolls out to even more hotels quickly!!
www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/04/airplay-is-now-avai…
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Considering smart shades?
If you are thinking about adding shades, Lutron has a promotion for their Serena shades, offering up to $300 off through the end of May.
I know Lutron is one of the best, but they are also one of the most expensive, but might be worth a look.
(Please note that Lutron is not a sponsor and has not paid a fee, nor do I get any payment if you choose to purchase from them, this is purely a PSA - "public service announcement".)
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"No one in my home cares?"
Is your smart home project not appreciated by your family?
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15 September 2018