Downsizing Smartly
Last year was one of transition for me, as I joined the renting world after many years of house ownership. My home automation needs remained, but the mix of products certainly changed.
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Device Usage Trends Report - February 2021
The all-new Device Usage Trends Report tracks consumer’s usage of installed TVs, streaming media players, Blu-ray Disc players, video game consoles, Smartphones, tablets and computers. There are two core metrics, overall device usage frequency and usage for streaming video. This analysis provides key highlights, and the accompanying excel data dashboard provides a more in-depth view of the trends.
Key Findings:
TV & Video Week In Review
The week when:
- Amazon’s AVOD reaches new heights
- Disney+ bundle offers ad-free Hulu
Home Automation Week in Review
The week when:
- Ring and Lennar Partner to Start New Homes Smart
- Google Home May Soon Have More Flexible Controls
- Wink May Finally Be About to Sink
Wearables Week In Review
The week when:
- Mask-friendly Face ID
- Step-by-step
TV & Video Week In Review
The week when:
- WWE & Peacock tag team
- Sling TV ups rates
- Ad supported HBO Max coming in Q2
Mobility Week in Review
The week when:
- Mobile carriers end the year strong
- Cable MVNOs continued to shine in Q4 2020
Home Automation Week in Review
The week when:
- Ring Now Has a $60 Doorbell
- Alexa Is Acting on a Hunch…
- Amazon Guard Plus Rolls Out
Wearables Week In Review
The week when:
- Walk with me
- One for the ladies?
Spotlight: CES 2020 Wearables Review
A quick review of some of the wearables we saw at CES