Voice-activated smart speakers have become all the rage in the last few years. The level of convenience they offer when it comes to simple tasks is hard to beat. Not to mention, they conveniently allow you to fill your home with just about any music you like at the drop of a hat. But what…
Alexa Guard is yet another example of Amazon’s ability to integrate seamless convenience into our daily lives. If you’re a homeowner concerned with home security or simply a tech-geek looking to experiment with the latest smart home trends – you might want to give this feature a test drive. Providing a well-rounded set of home…
Google Home and Nest devices have brought automation and convenience to an entirely new level. They are incredible smart speakers supported by an even better A.I. virtual assistant – appropriately named Google Assistant. While there are plenty of notable features, communication is one area this technology really shines. In this article, we’re going to show…
Google Assistant is a cutting edge, A.I. driven digital assistant most often used in smartphones and with smart home gadgets. Like Siri and Alexa, it can interact with other devices and applications to perform various tasks. In a perfect world, technology would work without a hitch all of the time. However, sometimes things don’t go…
So, you’ve finally bitten the bullet and gotten yourself an Alexa-enabled smart speaker? Or, maybe you’re just contemplating buying one? Now comes the big question – What the heck can Alexa even do? This article should answer that question as simply as possible, and then we’re going to go into as much detail as possible….
Alexa is Amazon’s virtual assistant which is built into their Echo smart speakers. Just like Google Assistant and Siri, Alexa answers questions, does standard tasks on command, and provides smart home control capabilities. Many of these functions are made possible through Alexa Skills. Alexa skills are essential to using your Amazon Echo to it’s full…
Amazon’s product line of Alexa-powered smart speakers is ever-expanding. So are their capabilities. Alexa can answer most questions you throw at her, turn on your lights and even order a pizza for you. That being said, most users play a great deal of music through their Echo smart speakers. For that reason, you may want…
Smart speakers come in a wide range of sizes and specifications. Each one designed with certain needs in mind. Here we’re going to be looking at the best smart speakers for playing music. Obviously, sound quality is going to play a big role in these picks, but that isn’t all to consider! Amazon and Google…
We’re more dependent now on smart home technology than ever before, and voice automated assistants are all the craze. Smart speakers are very quickly becoming commonplace in most households and oftentimes serve as the central hub for their smart devices. You may be wondering though, what exactly a smart speaker is and what it’s for:…
Most of the TVs we come across today have the label of being “Smart” TVs. The thing is, not all smart TVs are created equal. Every model has its own features and benefits. Some of these features are hard to distinguish. Having a television that has Alexa built-in isn’t the same as having a television…
A great-sounding outdoor speaker should be essential to any household. Whether you use it at barbeques, camping, at the beach or working in the yard, it just makes outdoor activities that much more enjoyable. Now, what if you want an Alexa Enabled Smart Speaker for outside? Well, they have those too… There are a few…
Just like many people, I like to sing in the shower. I also love to listen to the news and podcasts while I’m getting ready in the morning. In addition to that, I’m addicted to technology and smart home gadgets. All that being said, this led me to wonder if Google made a water-resistant smart…
