Allison interviews Jamie Siminoff, CEO of Ring, about their new Floodlight and Stick Up cameras. The Floodlight Cam replaces the traditional motion detection floodlight but adds a security camera and two-way talk capability. The Stick Up Cam lets you hear and speak with anyone on your property and is battery powered with an optional solar […]
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CES 2017: ShadeCraft Sunflower Autonomous Robotic Shade
Allison interviews Armen Gharabegian from Shadecraft about their new autonomous robotic shade called the Sunflower. This novel shade tracks the sun to keep a desired spot shaded throughout the day. The Sunflower connects you to the IoT and the smart home ecosystem from the outdoors. The Sunflower is solar powered and includes an integrated camera […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Oticon Connected Opn Hearing Aid
Allison interviews Michael Porsbo from Oticon about their new line of hearing aids. Opn hearing aids are connected to the internet for ease of use and higher levels of automation and notification. Additional functionality is provided by the If This Then That (IFTTT) service to integrate with Oticon and other services. The setting is the […]
Continue readingNC #611 Willow, Whistle, VPN for Secure Messaging, CrazyBaby, Cobra Backup Cam, Security Bits
It’s an action-packed show this week. I recommend listening to the latest SMR Podcast, not just because I’m on but because it’s a fantastic episode. We’ve got interviews with Willow about their wearable breast pump, Whistle’s pet tracker and activity monitor, CrazyBaby’s levitating speaker called Mars, Cobra’s wireless backup camera on a license plate frame, […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Cobra Wireless Backup Camera
Allison interviews Dave Marsh from Cobra about their new automobile backup camera. Cobra’s HD backup cam is integrated into a license plate frame that you can easily install yourself with no wires. The battery powered camera sends rear facing video via Bluetooth directly to your Apple or Android smartphone when the accompanying Cobra app is […]
Continue readingCES 2017: CrazyBaby Mars Levitating Speaker
Allison interviews James Packer from CrazyBaby about their new Mars bluetooth speaker and bluetooth earbuds. The Mars speaker is comprised of a bass unit (Mars Base) and is topped off with a levitating tweeter (Mars Craft). The Mars Base includes a 3-3/4 inch low frequency driver and the Mars Craft sports a 1-3/4 inch driver […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Whistle GPS Pet Tracker & Activity Monitor
Allison interviews Heather Wajer from Whistle about their new GPS pet tracker and activity monitor device. Whistle is a small device that fits on your pet’s collar and is both GPS and cell enabled. Using the device coupled with the Whistle mobile app, you can track your pet’s location and monitor their activity from any […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Willow Wearable Breast Pump
Allison interviews Kristy Burns from Willow about their innovative breast pump. Willow is the only wearable breast pump that fits in your bra, moves with you, and is easy to take with you. Willow tucks inside your bra and works quietly while you go about your day, allowing you to pump without the need for […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Faraday Future FF91 Electric Vehicle
Allison and I got an up-close view of Faraday’s FF91 through one of the engineers who helped designed the car. The FF91 was unveiled at CES 2017 in Las Vegas. Here’s a short video of some exterior views of the FF91 and below are some of the car’s specs: Using a Screen Reader? click here […]
Continue readingCES 2017: iDevices Wireless Instant Switch
Allison interviews Sierra Coughlin from iDevices about their range of new home automation products. Sierra focuses on the Instant Switch which is a bluetooth remote light switch. The Instant Switch wirelessly controls any existing iDevices switched product and is HomeKit compatible. The setting is the CES Unveiled show floor. Learn more at http://idevicesinc.com Using a […]
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