Amazon’s Echo line of smart speakers and voice assistant Alexa cannot call 911 for you. They won't reliably report your location and don't offer a callback number, so they don't meet the standard ...

Smart speakers can be a useful companion in your home. The voice-controlled devices can answer random questions, set multiple timers as you cook and play your favorite podcasts. Some even have ...

Google has a fresh smart home speaker to go along with its upcoming Gemini for Home upgrade, according to new leaks. reading time 2 minutes Whether by accident or as a covert tease, Google showed a ...

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If you've got an Amazon Echo, Google Nest, or Apple HomePod speaker, it comes with a safety feature that you might not be aware of: the ability to listen out for smoke alarms and carbon monoxide ...

The mysterious smart speaker that appeared during Made by Google is a real, unannounced device. The speaker is said to come with Gemini installed. Users will reportedly be able to pair it with a ...

It’s probably fair to say that smart home enthusiasm in 2025 isn’t what it once was. Stuff like lighting control and smart locks are so old at this point that many of us take them for granted, and ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. Google debuted its new Google Home Speaker this morning, a $99 successor to the Nest Mini that is powered by ...