In this episode, Eric Wielander shares his journey into the world of smart home automation, discussing his experiences with Apple Home, the Matter protocol, and the integration of various smart devices. He emphasizes the importance of user-friendly technology for busy families and explores the challenges and benefits of using Matter in a mixed ecosystem of smart devices. The discussion also touches on the practicality of smart smoke detectors and the role of robot vacuums in maintaining a clean home with children. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the evolving landscape of smart home technology, discussing personal experiences with various devices, the challenges of automation, and the importance of community engagement through live streaming. They explore the intersection of home theater systems and smart home tech, share insights on the best products of 2024, and reflect on their favorite Apple devices, highlighting the impact of technology on daily life.

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Erics youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@UCAPeu_wnvIB5AkQ-xnkLOJA
Eric Welander's website: https://ericw.org/

Today we welcome Ryan from the This Smart House youtube channel.
He his journey into the world of YouTube and smart home technology. The discussion covers insights from CES, trends in smart home devices, and the evolution of wireless charging. Ryan shares his experiences with various smart home products, including his favorite automations and the challenges of integrating technology into everyday life. The conversation also touches on recent updates in the smart home industry, including new products and features from major brands. In this engaging conversation, the participants delve into the world of smart home technology, discussing various innovations, integrations, and the challenges faced in networking and automation. They share personal experiences with devices, protocols, and the community surrounding smart home tech, highlighting the creativity and problem-solving involved in building a connected home.

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CES 2025 has come and gone, but the podcast is back for season 3! We're breaking down all of the smart home and and home automation tech from CES 2025, including robot vacuums, robot mowers, smart locks, AI glasses, video doorbells and so much more.

We'll share the latest 2025 product releases from brands like roborock, dreame, switchbot, Eureka, Samsung Smartthings, Aqara, lockly, ultraloq, Phillips, Govee, GHome and so many more. Even old school brands like RadioShack and Kodak are back!

We were excited to see so many other smart home youtube creators at the event. Thank you to Zooz for sponsoring dinner at the show.

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🎉 The YouTubies Award Show is Here! 🎉
This week on Technical Difficulties, we’re closing out Season 2 with a bang as we celebrate the best in smart home tech YouTube! From in-depth tutorials to laugh-out-loud creators, we’re handing out awards to the channels that make our homes smarter and our lives more fun. Expect banter, surprising winners, and yes, a few jabs at Pete (it wouldn’t be a finale without it!). Tune in and join the celebration!

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John Stone, the DIY Smart Home Guy OG joins us to talk about how smart homes can help the elderly age in place.

Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonDoyleMN
Vince's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DYIwithADD

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On Today's podcast we discuss the latest smart home news and dive deep into LED strip lighting.

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We're talking Christmas lights, holiday lights, smart home holiday automations and smart home news on the podcast today.

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AI is everywhere. Is AI going to bring us to smart home nirvana and bring automation to the masses or is it going to destroy us all?

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