Alexa is a cost-effective option that's compatible with most smart products. Devices like the Echo Dot offer an affordable ...

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Expertise Smart home devices, outdoors gadgets, smartphones, wearables, kid's tech, and some dabbling in 3D printing Credentials Covered the mobile and smart home tech space for the past five ...

Android 16's first public beta dropped in mid-January, bringing improved app adaptivity for large screen devices, Apple's ...

Google Home Gemini extension is rolling out to all users for simplified smart home control. Gemini allows natural language commands for smart home devices, such as lights and thermostats.

If you've using Google Home as your smart home setup, then you've got access to a number of devices from game consoles to speakers with exciting features.

It will also improve support for Matter-enabled smart locks, allowing you to use more of their functions through Google Home. The Nest Protect launched in 2013, shortly before Google acquired Nest ...

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Google Home users are getting a free smart home upgrade, as Gemini will now be able to control their devices. The Gemini mobile app's new integrations, rolling out to the public, let you ask ...

Google Home will soon support Nest Protect and Matter-certified smart locks. This support will initially roll out to the Google Home Android app before making its way to iOS devices later this year.

Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Google is bringing smart home controls in Gemini to everyone. The Google Home extension in the Gemini app is adding a few new features, in addition ...

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