Play Jeopardy and many more games on your Google Assistant smart display
Google Assistant has always been able to play games, but now your Nest smart displays have games designed to utilize both voice and visuals.
Amazon Echo Studio vs. Google Home Max
Which smart speaker is best for entertainment? We're taking a look at two top contenders -- Amazon's Echo Studio and Google's Home Max and how they match up.
Smart speaker or smart display: Which should you buy?
Smart displays are incredibly functional, but it may not be worth the cost if you don't frequently use the added features.
What is this? Say hello to the new Google Nest speaker
Google didn't waste any time sharing a photo and short video showing off its upcoming Google Nest speaker. It comes after images were seen in a recent filing.
Images of Google Home successor don’t show a convincing reason to upgrade
Images of what's potentially the Google Home speaker surfaced in a filing, indicating a stark design change. More importantly is that expectations are high.
eBay 4th of July Sale: Save 20% on must-have tech with this coupon code
eBay is trying to get ahead of 4th of July by offering some amazing early deals, like deep discounts on smart home items from Dyson, Google, Nest, and Sony.
The case for putting a voice assistant in every device
Smart assistants can control your home, answer questions, and shop for you. With all these features, voice assistants should be part of every smart home device.
Lowe’s 4th of July Sale 2020: 5 tech deals you can’t afford to miss
The Lowe's July 4 blowout is packed with some great bargains, and we've rounded up a handful of the best tech deals from the Lowe's 4th of July Sale right here.
The next Google Home needs more than just better audio quality to be successful
The original Google Home has been on the market for four years without any sign of an upgrade, but a new one may be imminent. We speculate on possible features.
Android 11 beta’s smart home controls are a fresh start, but need to stay simple
Google Assistant can be useful, but sometimes it fails to listen to commands. A quick-access menu for the smart home will be a great feature for Android 11.
Siri and Google Assistant say they now support Black Lives Matter
By asking Siri and Google Assistant if Black lives matter, the voice assistants answer in support. The assistants also have an answer for, "Do all lives matter?"
Google gifts free Nest Hub to some Nest Aware subscribers
Are you a subscriber to Google's Nest Aware service? If so, you want to check your email because the company is giving aware free Nest Hubs to its subscribers.
Google’s latest Pixel software update can help you get a good night’s sleep
Google has added a few new features to Pixel phones, including deeper integration between Google Assistant and the Recorder app and more safety features.
The 5 best tech deals in the Kohl’s Memorial Day Sale
The Kohl's Memorial Day Sale has some worthy price cuts on some of our favorite gadgets. Here, we've rounded up the five best tech deals from the sale.
The 5 best tech deals in the B&H Photo Memorial Day Sale
The early summer sale season has begun, and if you're hungry for some bargains, we've smoked out the five best tech deals from the B&H Photo Memorial Day sale.
Arlo Pro, Google Nest, Ring home security cameras on sale at Memorial Day prices
Amazon and Best Buy have marked down three of the best security cameras money can buy – the Ring Floodlight Cam, Arlo Pro 2, and Google Nest Cam Outdoor.
How to set up your Lenovo Smart Display
Find out how to set up your Lenovo Smart Display by pairing it correctly with the Google Home app. We'll walk you through everything you need to know.
NYC’s Mount Sinai Hospital using Google Nest to monitor coronavirus patients
Mount Sinai, one of New York City’s hospitals hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic, is using Google's Nest cameras to monitor patients and improve safety.
HomePod problems Apple should fix
Considering purchasing Apple's HomePod? Though it has several perks, there are still some major problems that make Apple's HomePod smart speaker undesirable.
Best Buy discounts Arlo, Nest home security camera systems — up to $250 off
We've found these awesome home security camera deals at Best Buy. Save up to $250 when you get the Arlo Pro 2 and Google Nest Indoor and Outdoor today.
Make your home more Earth-friendly with Google Assistant
Just in time for Earth Day, use these Google Assistant tips and tricks to save energy around your house, and also help keep the Earth clean while you're at it.
How to save money using your smart thermostat
Using a smart thermostat is a great step toward saving money on electricity bills. There are some ways to make your thermostat even more efficient, though.
Best Buy Smart Home Sale: Up to 50% off Arlo, Google Nest, Netgear, and TP Link
Spring is a big DIY project season, so Best Buy kicked off a big sale on smart home and networking devices.
Lenovo Yoga Smart Tab review: A tablet, and then some
The Lenovo Yoga Smart Tab is an Android tablet that stands out in a crowd. It packs useful features into a 10.1-inch device, including a versatile kickstand.
Expect lower video quality on your Nest cameras this week
In response to community issues caused by COVID-19, Google has temporarily adjusted camera settings on their Nest cameras to help with internet strain.
eBay Smart Home Sale: Up to 55% off Arlo, Google, Nest, Samsung, TCL, and more
Use our coupon code for 15% off during the eBay smart home sale until April 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
How to listen to audiobooks with Alexa and Google Assistant
Want Alexa to read you a book? In this how-to guide, we teach you how to integrate your digital audiobook service with Amazon and Google Home smart devices.
Paranoid prevents smart speakers from eavesdropping on you
A new device, called Paranoid, is here to prevent your smart speaker from listening when it shouldn't, making Alexa and Google Assistant devices a little safer.
Google’s Smart Light Starter Kit is on sale for only $45 (while stock lasts)
Stuck at home? Here's an easy project to complete while you have the time. Dell dropped the price on the Google Smart Light Starter Kit.
Avoid saying these words near your smart speaker, if you don’t want it to listen
If you are worried about privacy, beware of using these words around your voice assistants. The device might mistake them for a wake word.
Get two Google Nest Minis for the price of one with our exclusive code
Buy one, great one free deals are rare for smart devices, but you score two second-generation Google Nest Minis with our exclusive coupon code.
New Google Assistant feature turns the internet into one giant audiobook
The new Read It feature allows Google Assistant to read web pages aloud, like audiobooks, in 42 languages. It is available on browsers and Android smartphones.
How to stereo pair your Google Home speakers
Have two Google speakers? This guide explains how to stereo pair your Google Home speakers and enjoy more room-filling sound, plus additional tips for use.
Alexa is listening to your chat more than you think, study suggests
A new study has shown that unintended activations of smart speakers could occur as many as 19 times a day, with the longest activations lasting up to 43 seconds.