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Google Nest, formerly Google Home, is the blanket brand for all things in the connected home and digital assistant space from Google. After buying Nest and incorporating it into its existing offerings, Google now has a comprehensive set of products across all aspects of home automation and security.
Matter finally starting to fulfill its promise is great news for your smart home
The latest update to the Matter smart home protocol shows how it can benefit average users.
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The Google Home app is getting two new features to upgrade your smart home
Are you a frequent user of the Google Home app? Two new features are rolling out now to upgrade your smart home in a couple of key ways.
I tracked my sleep with a smart display, ring, and watch. This is my favorite
If you are serious about tracking your sleep, should you use a smart ring, a smartwatch, or even a smart display on your nightstand? Let's find out.
I replaced Google Assistant with Amazon Alexa and haven’t looked back
A year ago, I decided to switch from Google Assistant to Amazon Alexa for my smart home duties. Now, 12 months later, I reflect on whether it was a good move.
Best home security camera deals: Ring, Arlo, Blink and more on sale
We've collected some of the best security camera deals at a variety of budgets and needs, so come check out what's on offer.
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Best Google Nest deals: Save on Nest Thermostat, Hubs, and Doorbell
Check out the best Google Home deals and the best Google Nest deals and save big on some new tech for your smart home.
Your Google TV can now control smart home devices
The new Google TV update turns it from an entertainment system into a command center for your entire smart home.
You can now test drive the Google Home panel, AI art on Chromecast
You can now get AI-generated ambient art and the Google Home Panel on Chromecast with Google TV — but you have to opt in to the Public Preview first.
Google Home panel, AI art are coming to all Google TV devices
The new Google Home panel and AI-generated ambient art features are coming to other Google TV devices, and not just Google TV Streamer. Huzzah.
The Google Home app is getting a long-overdue feature
The Google Home app might soon be getting a search bar, making it easier to find specific smart home devices.
This Google Nest speaker deal cuts the price in half
The Google Nest Audio, a fantastic smart speaker for accessing the capabilities of Google Assistant, is available from Best Buy for $50 after a $50 discount.
Gemini has killed Google Assistant to become the AI future of Android
Google has announced further ways its Gemini AI will integrate into Android, including how it will replace Google Assistant.
The Google Home app is getting a major overhaul. Here’s what it looks like
First, it announced the fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat. Now, Google is changing the look of the Google Home app.
Google showed me its AI future for Google Home, and it blew me away
Google has big plans to rejuvenate Google Home. I recently saw how the company wants to overhaul Google Home with Gemini and AI, and it blew me away.
Google’s new Nest Learning Thermostat looks like a work of art
Google's new Nest Thermostat comes with a slew of smart, new AI-powered features that should help keep your home more comfortable. Here's what's new.
Echo Show 10 vs. Nest Hub (2nd Gen): which smart display is better for your home?
The Echo Show 10 is larger and more expensive than the Nest Hub (2nd Gen), but is it the better smart display? Here's what to know before making a purchase.
Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) vs. Google Nest Hub Max: Which is the better smart display?
The Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) shares many of the same features as the Google Nest Hub Max, but which is the better smart display?
Google’s Nest Learning Smart Thermostat is $70 off for Memorial Day
The Google Nest Learning Smart Thermostat is one of the best ways to manage your home's heating. It's on sale now at Best Buy.
The most common Google Home problems and how to fix them
Google Home and Nest devices are smart, but they aren't perfect: Here are the most common issues, and what solutions we've found work best to address them.
I’ve finally given up on the Google Pixel Tablet
I have been trying to do more with the Google Pixel Tablet, but I really shouldn't have been, so I've given up making it something it's not.
What is Bixby? How to use Samsung’s AI assistant
Like Alexa and Google Assistant, Bixby is another voice assistant, but this one is exclusive to Samsung devices. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
Bixby vs. Google Assistant: Which AI is better for you?
Samsung's Bixby and Google Assistant are two of the most popular AI systems in 2024. But which is better? Here's a look at both to help you decide.
Home Depot’s Hubspace is a great way to start building your smart home
Hubspace isn't as powerful as Alexa or Google Home, but its simple design makes it great for beginners. Here are our impressions of the smart home software.