A new Google Home feature reads out your daily Fitbit stats with Google Assistant – but it should’ve been here three years ago
techradar.com/health-fitness/fitness-trackers/a-new-google-home-feature-reads-out-your-daily-fitbit-stats-with-google-assistant-but-it-shouldve-been-here-three-years-ago
Some of our favorite Anker power banks are up to 30 percent off, plus the rest of this week's best tech deals
engadget.com/some-of-our-favorite-anker-power-banks-are-up-to-30-percent-off-plus-the-rest-of-this-weeks-best-tech-deals-161051637.html
Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro 6E packs are up to $60 off: Thanks to our exclusive discount code, you can save on a two-pack or three-pack of Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro 6E ...
engadget.com/google-nest-wi-fi-pro-6e-packs-are-up-to-60-off-130033936.html
Yale’s newest smart lock is designed for renters: The Yale Approach smart lock is aimed at renters, takes just a few minutes to install ...
digitaltrends.com/home/yale-approach-smart-lock-designed-for-renters/
Samsung could launch advanced version of SmartThings platform: Samsung's SmartThings is among the world's biggest smart home platforms. Its recent integration ...
sammobile.com/news/samsung-smartthings-pro-platform-registration/
Hands-on with the Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2: Our first look at Aqara’s new Matter-over-Thread motion sensor, which doesn’t require an Aqara hub.
theverge.com/24126236/aqara-motion-and-light-sensor-p2-hands-on
The best soundbars of 2024: a sound upgrade for your TV | Digital Trends: Everyone makes soundbars these days, but which models are truly the best? Here are ...
digitaltrends.com/home-theater/best-soundbars/
SwitchBot’s smart home gadgets now work with Matter, including its robot vacuums: Smart home company SwitchBot has added Matter support to its entire line of ...
theverge.com/2024/4/9/24125273/switchbot-robot-vacuum-matter-support
7 Best Alarm Clocks 2024: Our tech writer tested eight alarm clocks, including basic models and some with built-in Bluetooth speakers ...
nymag.com/strategist/article/best-alarm-clocks.html
Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt review: Compatibility plus: Whether your smart home revolves around Alexa, Google Home, or Apple HomeKit (including ...
techhive.com/article/2283601/schlage-encode-plus-smart-wifi-deadbolt-review.html
5 great smart devices to use with the Android ecosystem: Not all Android smart home devices are duds, these five prove it
androidpolice.com/smart-devices-that-are-worth-using-on-android/
Android 15 could turn your device into a smart home hub when docked: A Google Home screensaver will save you the pain of unlocking your phone to turn the lights ...
androidpolice.com/android-15-smart-home-controls/
The Best Security Cameras for Your Home: Wi-Fi security cameras can help protect your family and possessions. We’ve reviewed and picked the best models for every ...
nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-security-cameras-for-your-home/
Google confirms it's still working to support your old Nest cameras in Google Home
androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/google-home-older-nest-cam-support-coming
Quick Glance: Google Celebrates 20 Years with Gmail
- Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin loved playing pranks and unveiled Gmail on April Fool’s Day in 2004.
- Gmail offered a groundbreaking 1 gigabyte of storage per account, revolutionizing email capacity at the time.
- In addition to storage, Gmail featured Google's search technology and threaded conversations together.
- Gmail quickly became popular, shifting the storage paradigm and leading to a digital storage revolution.
Nest Wifi Pro vs. Eero Pro 6E: Which Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Router Is Best?: The Wi-Fi 6E routers from Google and Amazon are both capable of incredibly fast speeds on the ...
cnet.com/home/internet/nest-wifi-pro-vs-eero-pro-6e-which-wi-fi-6e-mesh-router-is-best/
The Blink Mini 2 Is Cute, Compact, and Cheap: Amazon’s small but mighty Blink Mini 2 comes with handy person detection, if you can stomach another subscription.
wired.com/review/blink-mini-2/
Samsung has been world’s biggest soundbar brand for 10 years in a row: Samsung has announced that it was the world's biggest soundbar brand in 2023 ...
sammobile.com/news/samsung-world-biggest-soundbar-brand-10-years-row/
The Engineer Behind Samsung’s Speech Recognition Software: He now heads Korea University’s speech and language processing lab
spectrum.ieee.org/chanwoo-kim-profile
Nest Cams are getting these new features on Google Home for web: Viewing recorded video, scrolling event timelines, and downloading clips from Google Nest cams ...
theverge.com/2024/3/13/24099773/google-nest-cams-google-home-web-recorded-video
Google says support for Nest Hello doorbells and older cameras is still coming: Further Nest and Google Home integration started back in 2023
androidpolice.com/google-home-nest-hello-doorbells-cameras-support-update/
We've tested hundreds of Bluetooth speakers and these are some of the best small devices for listening on the go. wired.trib.al/pX5QC43
Amazon Big Spring Sale: 20 early deals from Apple, Sonos and Sony you can shop today
engadget.com/amazon-big-spring-sale-20-early-deals-from-apple-sonos-and-sony-you-can-shop-today-161534774.html
Govee Neon Rope Light 2 review: Around the bend: A revamped version of Govee’s “rope” light is more flexible and works with more smart home ecosystems thanks to ...
techhive.com/article/2260807/govee-neon-rope-light-2-review.html
Experts share safety warning over smart speakers in homes: Smart speakers like Amazon Echo and Google's Nest are increasingly popular - but don't come ...
metro.co.uk/2024/03/29/experts-share-safety-warning-smart-speakers-homes-20552221/
Chatty assistants from Amazon, Apple, and Google are popular. But which one is right for you? wired.trib.al/Wn7hw1u
Security camera subscriptions: Which plans offer the best value?: Most home security cameras and video doorbells require a paid subscription plan to deliver ...
techhive.com/article/2232378/security-camera-subscriptions-which-plans-offer-the-best-value.html
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 ...
digitaltrends.com/home/home-depot-hubspace-smart-home-beginners/
Eve Thermo: Matter upgrade now available in Early Access program: Eve had announced a Matter update for the Eve Thermo a long time ago. For users of a 4th ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/eve-thermo-matter-upgrade-im-early-access-programm-jetzt-verfuegbar/
Abode Lock Review: The Abode Lock lets your key, your finger, or your voice secure your home
reviewed.usatoday.com/smarthome/content/abode-smart-lock-review
Google teases a redesign for its login page: A new Gmail login display announced that Google will be revamping its look
androidpolice.com/new-google-account-login-page-coming/
Google Home for Web getting camera history and clip editor in new update: Highly requested features are making their way to users.
androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-home-for-web-getting-camera-history-and-clip-editor-in-new-update
Ring Spotlight Cam Plus vs. Ring Spotlight Cam Pro: Which is the better security camera?
digitaltrends.com/home/ring-spotlight-cam-plus-vs-ring-spotlight-cam-pro/
Meross Matter Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini review: Just the basics: Meross's bare-bones but inexpensive Matter smart plug did its duty, following a rocky setup ...
techhive.com/article/2230047/meross-matter-smart-wi-fi-plug-mini-review-just-the-basics.html
Ikea’s Dirigera hub gets Matter support in beta: Ikea is adding limited Matter support for lighting products to its Dirigera smart home hub about two years after ...
theverge.com/2024/3/4/24087827/ikea-dirigera-hub-matter-support
How to stop your devices from listening to you: Don't want your phones and speakers listening? Here's a guide to stop your smart devices from listening ...
popsci.com/diy/how-to-stop-your-devices-from-listening/
PS Portal Hack Lets The Handheld Run PSP Games: Two folks from Google managed to get GTA: Liberty City Stories running on the $200 remote-play device
kotaku.com/playstation-portal-hacked-psp-gta-liberty-city-google-1851270852
Prominent people should not have smart speakers in the home as they can give away how you live, a security expert has warned.
Sadie Creese ... Show more www.thetimes.co.uk/article/smart-speakers-prominent-people-open-targeted-attacks-v5rr7s7cx
5 things we want to see Google do with audio in 2024: When it comes to audio, we'd like to see Google fill some holes in its line-up
androidpolice.com/google-audio-wishlist-2024/
Google Home explained: All the details about Google's smart home app: Google Home competes with Amazon Alexa for the smart home top spot ...
androidpolice.com/google-home-in-depth-explainer-tips/
Best smart home deals: Save big on some of our favorite smart home devices: Smart plugs, hubs, lights, and thermostats starting at just $20
androidpolice.com/best-smart-home-deals/
Now anyone in your household can change your Nest speaker's Digital Wellbeing settings
androidpolice.com/digital-wellbeing-update-for-google-nest-devices/
Yale: New smart home products are now available: Yale has added new smart home products to its shop. They were introduced last year and are now available. This.. ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/yale-neue-smart-home-produkte-sind-jetzt-verfuegbar/
Pre-order #GalaxyS24 Series, your AI-powered phone, with epic rewards on us. Get double storage, 1-year Samsung Care+, 45W Power Adapter ... Show more #ad
The best smart speakers for 2024 | Digital Trends: If you're looking to build a smart home, picking up a smart speaker is one of the first things you should ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-smart-speakers/
Best home security cameras for 2024 | Digital Trends: Looking for a camera smart enough to protect your home and property when you're away? The best home ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-home-security-cameras/
The best sales to shop today: Chewy, Rumpl, Paravel and more | CNN Underscored: Today, you’ll find a deal on a portable wireless charger, a discounted Rumpl ...
cnn.com/2024/01/04/cnn-underscored/deals/best-online-sales-right-now-2024-01-04
Shoppers can save £120 on Amazon Echo Show 15 with little-known trick: The Echo Show 15 is the biggest Echo device, with a 5.6" full HD (1080p) smart ...
walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/shoppers-can-save-120-amazon-28529062
You can talk to Kohler's new $2,149 bidet seat: You can now upgrade your regular toilet to a smart one with Kohler's luxury bidet seat.
businessinsider.com/kohler-smart-bidet-toilet-seat-alexa-2024-1
The 5 best smart alarm clocks for your bedside table in 2024: If you have trouble sleeping or waking up, then these smart alarm clocks will certainly help you ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-smart-alarm-clocks/
ADT’s still unannounced security system that works with Google Nest could launch as soon as next month
theverge.com/2024/1/23/24048187/adt-smart-home-security-system-google-nest-launch
Almost 20 functions are being eliminated: Google is making the Google Assistant dumber - Golem.de
golem.de/news/fast-20-funktionen-fallen-weg-google-macht-den-google-assistant-duemmer-2401-181110.html
Quick Glance: Google's Billions Saved - Union Criticizes Job Cuts
- Google is responsibly investing in important projects.
- The union has criticized the latest job cuts.
- Google acquired Fitbit in 2019 for $2.1 billion.
- Job cuts affect teams working on Google Assistant, Fitbit, and hardware such as augmented reality.
New research looks into how smart speakers could be used to detect domestic violence
abc.net.au/news/2023-12-18/smart-speakers-detect-domestic-violence/103242716
The best indoor security cameras of 2023 | Digital Trends: Looking for an indoor security camera to watch for intruders, monitor pets, and give you a live feed ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-indoor-security-camera/
22 Best Bluetooth Speakers (2023): Portable, Waterproof, and More: These are our favorite portable WIRED-tested Bluetooth speakers of all shapes and sizes ...
wired.com/gallery/best-bluetooth-speakers/
LG TVs will soon be Matter-compatible Google Home hubs: Google is expanding its smart home integration. The company said Tuesday that, in the future ...
engt.co/3TTSDg1
Google is turning Google TV, Android TV, and some LG TVs into Matter Hubs: Matter is now the world's most important smart home ecosystem standard ...
sammobile.com/news/google-android-lg-tv-matter-hubs-announced/
Kohler's new smart shower technology nearly made me indecently expose myself at CES
techradar.com/home/smart-home/kohlers-new-smart-shower-technology-nearly-made-me-indecently-expose-myself-at-ces
MediaTek & Google join hands to develop new Filogic chipset with Thread support: The usage of smart home devices has increased in the recent past ...
sammobile.com/news/mediatek-google-join-hands-to-develop-new-filogic-chipset-with-thread-support/
How to cast Galaxy device screen to Google Cast displays using Smart View: Samsung doesn't allow Galaxy phone users to mirror their device's screen easily to ...
sammobile.com/news/galaxy-screen-mirror-google-cast-smart-view-android-14-one-ui-6/
Quick Glance: Mirror Galaxy Screen to Google Cast TVs with Smart View
- Samsung doesn't easily allow Galaxy phone screen mirroring to Google Cast-compatible TVs.
- Smart View by Samsung is compatible with Miracast by default, not Google Cast.
- To mirror a Galaxy device's screen to Google Cast TVs, users need to open the Google Home app and start mirroring.
Nest Renew: Save hundreds on electric with this smart thermostat feature: Nest Renew lets you buy cleaner and/or cheaper electric based on the time of day ...
androidpolice.com/nest-renew-explainer/
The Best Smart Thermostat: Smart thermostats like our pick, the Ecobee Premium, can make your home’s HVAC more energy efficient without sacrificing your comfort.
nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/the-best-thermostat/
U-tec’s new Ultraloq Bolt fingerprint smart lock is the first to support Matter-over-Thread
theverge.com/2024/1/3/24022990/ultraloq-bolt-matter-thread-smart-lock-ces24
Wyze Video Doorbell v2 vs. Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen): Which is right for you?
androidpolice.com/wyze-video-doorbell-v2-nest-doorbell-wired-2nd-gen/
The best smart plugs of 2023 | Digital Trends: Smart plugs can make your dumb outlets, devices, lights, and appliances smart. We've rounded up the best ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-smart-plugs-for-inside-your-home/
Quick Glance: The Top Smart Plugs of 2023: What is a Smart Plug and Which One Do I Need?
- A closer look at the top smart plugs of 2023.
- Smart plugs elevate a wired home to a new level.
- First, plug a smart plug into an outlet.
- Finally, connect the plug to your preferred home assistant, such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, or the smart plug's app.
What do you do if your kids get addicted to YouTube and social media?: OPINION Greg Bruce tries to deal with a child’s meltdown over social media ...
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Latest Google Home Mini update appears to break the speaker for some: Google has only partially acknowledged the issue
androidpolice.com/latest-google-home-mini-update-appears-to-break-speaker/
Quick Glance: Google's $700 Million Antitrust Settlement
- The tech giant will pay $700 million and allow app makers to collect payments directly from consumers to resolve a legal challenge.
- Google will pay $700 million and allow developers on its Play app store to offer direct payment options to users.
- As part of the agreement, Google will deposit $630 million into a settlement fund for consumers and an additional $70 million into a fund for the states.
- The settlement is expected to serve as a template for resolving other disputes, including a lawsuit with Epic Games, the developer of Fortnite, which won an antitrust lawsuit against Google last week.
ChatGPT's gift ideas for Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and more tech execs: What is there to get a wealthy tech exec who seemingly has it all? I asked ChatGPT.
businessinsider.com/chatgpt-gift-ideas-elon-musk-sam-altman-zuckerberg-bezos-more-2023-11
The Best Smart Blinds for Google Home, Alexa, and HomeKit | Digital Trends: Smart blinds make it easy to control your window shades using your phone or voice ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-smart-blinds/
The best smart displays for 2023 | Digital Trends: Google, Amazon, and Meta are offering smart displays for video calls, smart home management, watching shows ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-smart-displays/
The 12 best smart home products that support Matter | Digital Trends: Many smart home products will be adding Matter support in the future, but only a few ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-smart-home-devices-support-matter/
Sonos hires first-ever chief commercial officer to drive aggressive push for growth
businessinsider.com/sonos-hires-first-ever-chief-commercial-officer-deirdre-findlay-2023-11
The Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 requires a subscription to a Ring Protect plan in order to access certain features and view recorded video ... Show more zdcs.link/Jy6AD
New features for Android and WearOS: Google has announced new features and improvements for Android and WearOS. An overview.
computerwoche.de/a/neue-funktionen-fuer-android-und-wearos,3698046
Quick Glance: Google to Pay $100 Million Annually to Canadian News Publishers
- Canada and Google strike deal to keep news in search results.
- Google to pay C$100 million annually to news publishers in Canada.
- Canada's Online News Act requires large internet companies to share advertising revenue with news publishers.
- Facebook has already blocked news sharing in Canada while Google has reached an agreement.
The new Alexa app takes a page from Google Home's playbook: The app's facelift puts smart home controls in the spotlight
androidpolice.com/new-amazon-alexa-app-carbon-copy-of-google-home/
If You Get Only One Smart Home Device, Please Make It This One: More than any other smart device, a smart smoke detector is so much better than a regular one ...
nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/get-a-smart-smoke-detector/
The Nest Hub smart display is the perfect holiday companion and a steal at $40 off
androidpolice.com/nest-hub-7-smart-display-on-sale-40-off/
The best smart light bulbs | Digital Trends: Looking to light up your home with the brightest smart bulbs of the bunch? Here's a collection of our favorite ...
digitaltrends.com/home/best-smart-light-bulbs/
Google Nest Hub Fuschia 14 Public Preview update fixes odd event bug: Google is rolling out Fuschia 14 Public Preview update, which offers a fix for an unusual ...
androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/google-nest-hub-fuschia-14-update-rollout
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