Sonos makes some of the best single-speaker home theater products, but they’re expensive. A more affordable model would help a lot of people make the jump to Sonos. The Sonos Beam looks to be that product, with Alexa built-in. But did Sonos remove too much in the effort to keep the price down?

Amazon takes a gamble on the new Echo (4th Gen) by changing it up with a totally new design. It's daring, but will it be enough to make consumers take notice?

Alexa, Amazon's trusty voice assistant, can do a lot when linked with Sonos speakers. Here are a few tips we recommend to get the most out of your at-home A/V.

If you've got your Amazon Echo, Echo Show, and Fire TV set up, then you might want a phone that complements your Amazon-based A.I. network. Thankfully, Amazon has worked with a number of phone manufacturers to provide phones with built-in Alexa support. Here's every Alexa Built-in smartphone you can buy.

Our wireless networks are the building blocks of our smart home ecosystems, but should every automation require an Internet connection? Here's what we think.

A new Amazon Alexa skill from Grubhub has made it easier to get your favorite meal delivered straight to your door.

Cyber Monday is over, but many of Amazon's own device brands are on sale today for the 12 Days of Deals. The killer prices for Echo, Ring, Fire, Blink, Eero, Fire TV, Blink, and Kindle devices are here now.

Alexa, Amazon's intelligent voice assistant, just got a little bit smarter: it can now order almost any product from Amazon with a simple voice command.

Pebble's new clip-on Core wearable is gaining a new feature ahead of its 2017 launch: voice-assistance chops courtesy of Amazon's Alexa.

It's nowhere near a full-fledged service but Amazon nevertheless put its Prime Air delivery drone into one of its Super Bowls ads on Sunday

If you don't like calling your Amazon Echo device 'Alexa,' now you can use 'Computer' as a wake word instead.

Alexa has powerful privacy features that you should utilize to protect your personal information and review which Skills can access your data.

Here's how to add Alexa voice controls to your Xbox One console for $20, with an Echo Dot Cyber Monday deal. You need to see this!

Even though Prime Day 2021 is over, there are still deals to be found on Kindle e-readers, Fire tablets, Echo devices, and more.

Thanks to a new integration with Amazon's Alexa, Eight Smart Mattresses can now be controlled with naught but your voice.

Alexa's kind words and thoughtful suggestions are helpful in the beginning, but these days, I wish she were a bit quieter when I give her commands.

While multitasking robot chefs may cost too much for the average homeowner, you can still outfit your smart kitchen with a number of useful cooking gadgets.

Amazon's Alexa has a new skill: tracking your Amazon packages.

While two isn't always better than one, owning more than one Alexa device means more for you and your smart home. Here are some multi-device Alexa tricks.

Abode's basic, entry-level hardware disappoints, but we still find lots to like about Abode's smart home security platform, namely it's ability to play well across all platforms, including Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. Find out more in our Abode Starter Kit review.

Amazon slashed prices on Alexa-controlled Echo devices with the best music sound quality. All Alexa smart speakers stream music, but some sound better than others. Save on Echo Plus and the Echo Sub bundled with Echo and Echo Plus speakers. These deals give you better music in your home office or a full-on party room.

Save on a wide range of devices for Amazon Echo and Google Home Nest smart homes for Father's Day. The majority of smart homes use devices compatible with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Here are the best discounts on smart speakers, smart displays, video doorbells, and smart outdoor security cameras.

Amazon's year-end smart home device deal prices may not be as low as Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but you still can save on Alexa-compatible Echo and Ring devices. Equip your home with smart devices to protect your home, boost your home entertainment, and make life a little more convenient.

The Sharp Smart microwave delivers solid performance, but how well does it work with Alexa? Read our review to find out.

Even though it was quietly announced a while ago, you can now use Zoom on your Amazon Echo Show smart display for all of your videoconferencing needs.

Amazon is back at it with an all-new lineup of miniature Echo Show displays. Today, we're comparing the Echo Show 5 (2nd-gen) with the Echo Show 5 Kids Edition.

These devices let you install Amazon Alexa compatibility in any car, whether it's a year or four decades old.

Amazon's annual September event was filled with several exciting announcements, including an Alexa-powered home robot, new smart display, and much more.

If you have an Echo or similar Alexa device, there are plenty of smart lighting options on the market that work with Alexa: These are the best models for you!

Amazon is officially rolling out support for Alexa "hands-free" mode to more its fire tablets. While the feature was originally only available for the Fire HD 10, it's now available for the Fire 7 and Fire HD 8.

Unlocking your door no longer requires your key or even your hands. Thanks to smart lock maker Schlage and its new integration with Amazon Alexa, "Open Sesame!" is no longer a command relegated to legends. Rather, it can help you unlock real life doors, too. You'll just need to set a PIN.

Need to make last-minute brunch reservations for Mother's Day? Forget to order her flowers? Let Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant help you with that. Both voice assistants have rolled out some new features just for mom.

There are many different ways you can celebrate your dad on Father's Day this year. Alexa and Google Assitant are getting in on the festivities, too! Use your Echo or Google Home smart speaker to tell dad jokes, play games, and more. Keep reading to find out more.

A smart faucet is a dream come true for your kitchen sink, allowing for touchless controls and impressive spray tech. Here are our favorite faucets of 2021.

Are you thinking about bringing your home out of the dark ages with some automation? Getting things started can be intimidating, but a smart home doesn’t have to be filled with crazy gadgets. It’s as simple as swapping out everyday products with devices that fulfill the same role, but are connected.

Breville's first smart oven and app help you cook recipes from test kitchens and Top Chef alums perfectly every time. See what else makes it so smart.

Looking for new music stations with Alexa? You have plenty of options! Here's how music stations work on Alexa devices and what stations are worth trying.

A smart home hub keeps all of your Internet-connected gear logged and controllable under one easy-to-use interface, but do you need one? Let us weigh in.