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Amazon might charge extra for a “remarkable” version of Alexa
Today's Alexa will remain free, but you might have to pay up for a new version of Alexa powered by generative AI, Amazon's outgoing hardware chief says.
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The best soundbars for TV audio
Find the best soundbar for music and movies and that's the perfect fit for your budget.
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Can Microsoft's Panos Panay right the Alexa ship at Amazon?
A 19-year Microsoft veteran who ran the company's Windows and Surface divisions, Panay comes to Amazon at a challenging time for its Alexa group.
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One of Alexa’s best free features is going behind a paywall
If you want Alexa to keep listening for smoke alarms and breaking glass, you’re going to have to pay up. Here’s how much it will cost.
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Amazon’s Echo Hub is a wall-mountable smart home control panel
There have been Echo smart home hubs since the first Echo Plus. What makes this one different?
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Amazon gives us a peek at a generative AI-fueled Alexa
Alexa sounds much more natural with the backing of Amazon’s new LLM, although it also gives off some serious HAL vibes.
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Amazon’s new Echo Show 8 gets spatial audio, smart home hub
The third-gen Echo Show 8 will sound better and control Matter devices, as well as adjust its interface depending on how far away you are.
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Bose Smart Soundbar 600 review: Sound made simple
This soundbar has a range of smart features and is a cinch to set up.
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Google Nest Hub Max losing support for joining Meet and Zoom calls
If you've been using Google's largest Nest Hub display to join Zoom and Google Meet video calls, you'll need a new option by the end of the month.
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These are the very best Bluetooth speakers
We'll help you find the best wireless speakers for pairing with your smartphone or tablet—whatever your budget, and whatever music floats your boat.
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Best smart speakers and displays
Whether you prefer Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri, we’ll help you find just the right model.
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Sonos Move 2 review: An extraordinary indoor/outdoor entertainer
It doesn’t look much different from the original groundbreaking speaker, but there’s virtually nothing here that hasn’t been improved.
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Google Pixel Tablet vs Google Nest Hub: Smart home dust-up
The dockable Google Pixel Tablet has a speedy CPU and an arsenal of smart home features, but is it really a Nest Hub killer?
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JBL L75ms review: Ultra-mod audio tech wrapped in retro style
This all-in-one music system supports every way we listen to music today—on vinyl, streaming, on TV, and more—inside a stylishly posh cabinet.
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Sonos Move 2 with stereo sound, better battery life unveiled
The widely anticipated Sonos Move 2 will arrive later this month with stereo sound, simultaneous Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections, and improved battery life.
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Tronsmart Bang Max review: Tons of power at a bargain price
You might not know the brand, but Tronsmart is making Bluetooth speakers that are at least as good—if not better—than the ones the brands you're more familiar with are building.
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Apple's HomePod mini still isn't cheaper, but it's better
Apple's diminutive HomePod mini still comes with a lofty price tag, but it's gained impressive functionality since its launch three years ago.
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Alexa and Google Assistant play nice on new JBL smart speakers
With the arrival of JBL's new Authentics speakers, you can finally use both Alexa and Google Assistant simultaneously on a single device.
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Dolby Atmos is about to become easier to add to your living room
Dolby Atmos FlexConnect works with the speakers on TCL TVs to deliver immersive Atmos sound without the need to rearrange your furniture.
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