Google Assistant Outsells Amazon Alexa as Smart Speaker Sales Slow Dramatically
Smart speaker sales slow in Q2, as Google (37%) overtakes Amazon (21%) in market share. Apple HomePod sales register 245% growth vs. 2020.
Jason Knott · July 29, 2021
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Hands-On: ViewSonic X100-4K Serves Up Solid Value 4K LED Projection
Thanks to its budget price point and ability to produce nicely saturated colors and inky blacks, the Viewsonic X100-4K is a great all-around option for home theater projects.
Arlen Schweiger · July 21, 2021
Sonos Roam Provides Music Lovers a Portable, Battery-Powered Smart Speaker
Weighing less than a pound, the $169 Sonos Roam battery-powered smart speaker features Sonos software, automatic Sonos Trueplay EQ, and the company’s new Sound Swap technology.
Robert Archer · March 09, 2021
Redefining the Smart Home for the Modern Consumer
As customers become more familiar with smart devices, more smart tech installation projects will be coming down the pipeline. Here are some tips to help prepare your business.
CE Pro Editors · June 23, 2020
BSH Home Connect Aims to Mainstream Smart Appliances
BSH is coming to CEDIA Expo 2020 with its open-API Home Connect Ecosystem of freezers, refrigerators, ovens, hoods, ranges, washers and dryers.
Jason Knott · April 15, 2020
75% of US Households May Be at Risk of Voice Assistant Hacks by 2025
With nearly 3 in 4 United States households projected to have some form of voice-activated speaker by 2025, the risk of ultrasonic wave-based hacking is a real concern.
CE Pro Editors · March 19, 2020
Will COVID-19 Make Voice the Primary Means of Control?
ABI Research says voice control could solve reticence among homeowners to touch light switches, touchpanels, thermostats, remote controls and door handles.
Jason Knott · March 18, 2020
Panasonic Miraie Smart Home Platform Debuts in India
Panasonic Miraie is the company’s new Connected Living Solution in India targeting appliances, door locks, audio, video, motorized shades and more.
Jason Knott · February 18, 2020
TechTalk: How Google Nest is Getting Integrators Involved in ‘Connected Home’ Sales
Smart home technology isn’t just for trendy Millennials, as Google Nest looks to expand interest in its connected home products through integrator expertise.
Andrew Nichols · February 02, 2020
Dish to Carry Super Bowl Broadcast in 4K
Fox is set to offer a 4K broadcast of Super Bowl LIV from Miami. Dish will offer its customers the ability to watch the game in 4K on channel 540 beginning at 1 p.m. EST.
Robert Archer · January 28, 2020
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