Why this is important: Amazon recently launched Alexa+, a service that brings similar functionality to the Alexa platform.

At first glance, Google Home and Amazon Echo smart speakers share many similar features. They can automate smart devices around your home, play music, search for information, tell you the weather, ...

Google will need more than just a Gemini for Home patch to revive its Nest smart speakers and compete with Amazon Echo's better hardware.

This time last year, I was about to move into a new house, and I made the decision to say goodbye to Google Assistant and hello to Amazon Alexa for all my smart home duties. Now, almost a year later, ...

Google is redesigning its Home app with Gemini AI integration, transforming smart home control from script-based commands to conversational interactions, with early access rolling out from October 1.

CALL FRIENDS & FAMILY If your voice assistant has access to your contacts, you can tell them who to call via your phone or ...

Alexa has evolved far beyond its origins as a simple voice assistant for setting reminders and playing music. After 11 years, ...

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's ...

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