The Gang from HomeTech.fm with the Current State and Challenges of Home Automation – HGG607

This week I have Gavin Campell, TJ Huddleston and Seth Johnson, hosts of the HomeTech Podcast at HomeTech.fm and we discuss the current state of the home tech market, including challenges and strategies for hiding technology in home theater installations, integrating various smart home devices and systems, and the benefits and drawbacks of robot lawn mowers. They also shared their experiences with USB power and cable management, highlighting the need for longer cables and the potential of battery-powered millimeter wave sensors. They emphasized the importance of standardization, seamless control, and user-friendly interfaces, while acknowledging the challenges of keeping up with the rapid pace of innovation in the industry. Thanks for listening!



















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Show Segments




* Home automation and tech with industry professionals.[0:00]



* Podcasting, home automation, and video workflow.[4:01]



* Home automation and retrofitting older homes with new technology.[7:36]



* Hiding technology in home theaters, including tips and tricks for custom integrators.[11:04]



* Home automation systems, protocols, and compatibility.[15:08]



* Smart home technology adoption and innovation slowdown.