Matter has big plans for the rest of 2023, but with no timetable for releases and Belkin stepping away, what can we realistically expect over the next months?
| J. Bitner | April 7, 2023 |
Google and ADT have launched a DIY smart security plan that lets you piece together your perfect system and is available at a variety of price points.
| Jon Bitner | March 31, 2023 |
What is Google Assistant and what can it do? We'll show you how to get up and running, and introduce you to some of Google Assistant's coolest features.
| Mark Jansen | March 19, 2023 |
Need to troubleshoot or trade in your Google Nest Hub? Factory resetting the device is easy and literally takes less than a minute. Here's how to reset yours.
| M. Bizzaco | March 18, 2023 |
Adding a Matter-enabled device to Google Home is a simple process, and it should only take a few minutes from start to finish. Here's how it works.
| J. Bitner | February 22, 2023 |
The Google Nest Audio and Sonos One are among the best smart speakers of 2023. But which is best for you? Here's a closer look at both to help you decide.
| J. Bitner | February 21, 2023 |
If you're looking to sell your Google Nest Audio (or you're running into technical issues), resetting the smart speaker is a great idea. Here's how it works.
| J. Bitner | February 4, 2023 |
At $400, the Bose Smart Soundbar 300 isn't cheap, but its tiny frame powers great audio, while its voice assistant options make you a hands-free media master.
| Simon Cohen | February 3, 2023 |
The HomePod mini and Google Nest Audio are two of the best smart speakers on the market. But which is best for your home? Here's a closer look at both products.
| Patrick Hearn | January 17, 2023 |
If you've been wondering how a smart thermostat works, we explain all the features and mechanisms at play.
| S. Sage | January 11, 2023 |
Thanksgiving can be hectic, but Google Assistant and the Google Home app have some clever ways to make things easier. Here's how they can help.
| T. Lacoma | November 19, 2022 |
The new web preview for cameras that work with Google Home is now live, but don't get rid of that bookmark to Nest just yet.
| P. Nickinson | November 1, 2022 |
Trying to decide between the Nest Mini and Echo Dot? We compare the two speakers in price, sound, skills, and more so that you can decide which to choose.
| Erika Rawes | October 19, 2022 |
Samsung and Google have joined hands to ease the cross-ecosystem device onboarding process between SmartThings and Home, thanks to Matter's multi-admin feature.
| Nadeem Sarwar | October 12, 2022 |
The Connectivity Standards Alliance has released Matter 1.0, which should result in a slew of smart home gadgets that can finally communicate across ecosystems.
| Jon Bitner | October 6, 2022 |
Google's new Nest Wi-Fi Pro supports the new 6GHz frequency band which is up to two times faster but there are compatibility concerns with this new router.
| Alan Truly | October 4, 2022 |
The Google Home app has been in a rough place for years, but this new update aims to completely fix things.
| Peter Hunt Szpytek | October 4, 2022 |
The new Nest Doorbell is a hardwired option with a lot of new features that make it a worthwhile upgrade from the previous model.
| P. Hearn | October 4, 2022 |
An analysis from Cambridge experts suggest that interactions with AI assistants like Alexa is impeding the social development of children and disrupt learning.
| Nadeem Sarwar | September 28, 2022 |
It is high time design catches up with technology. Why can't our gadgets be beautiful and functional?
| E. Lawrence | September 25, 2022 |
Geofencing with Google Assistant and Google Home allows you to set Home and Away routines based on location, among other tricks. Here's how you can use it!
| T. Lacoma | September 23, 2022 |
A Google Nest Wifi Pro appeared briefly on an online retailer's website at a higher price, but it might be worth the added expense.
| Alan Truly | September 19, 2022 |
Are you trying to convince your doubtful or budget-minded folks to invest in a smart assistant like Alexa or Siri? Here are some pointers for your argument.
| M. Bizzaco | September 14, 2022 |
The Emporia Smart Plug offers not just remote control of your electronics, but also a robust suite of energy-monitoring tools along with a great price tag.
| Jon Bitner | September 13, 2022 |
With this Nest thermostat Prime Day deal, you can save $50 on the Google Nest Learning Thermostat to help you fill out your smart home for less.
| P. Beaton | July 12, 2022 |
Walmart cut the price of the Google Home Mini 2-pack by 25%, lowering the per-unit cost of the entry-level Google Nest Home smart speaker to less than $30. Keeping the Google Home Mini price low is important to Google to attract new users to the smart home platform. As people use the platform, many buy more devices.
| B. Brown | June 15, 2022 |
Smart thermostats help weather the heat in an energy-efficient way, and smart speakers are just plain fun. Kickstart your summer by bundling both together at a bargain. Now at Walmart, you can score the Nest Learning Thermostat and Google Home Mini together for just $249, saving you up to 10%.
| W. Hank | June 15, 2022 |
Not to be outdone by Amazon's Prime Day shopping bonanza, Walmart has a few deals of its own -- one of the best is the Google Home Max smart speaker, at $150 off its regular price. This makes the excellent and very loud speaker $50 less expensive than the Apple HomePod.
| Simon Cohen | June 15, 2022 |
Looking for a voice-assistant smart device? Walmart dropped prices on Google Home smart speakers to stay competitive with Amazon's Prime Day smart home sales. Find the best deals on the Google Nest Hub, Home, and Mini and compare each one with Amazon's Alexa smart speakers.
| F. Allanson | June 15, 2022 |
Walmart dropped a round of serious price cuts on Google Home smart home devices for its Labor Day sales event. We've found the best discounts on Google Home smart speakers, a smart display, and two Google Home smart kits, one for smart lighting and the other to set up a smart TV in your home.
| B. Brown | June 15, 2022 |
There has been speculation that a new set of Google devices is to be released in the company’s event on October 15. This might be the reason for the recent markdowns on Google’s lineup of smart speakers. One spectacular deal we found is for the Google Home. Walmart is currently offering it for $30 off its list price.
| E. Katherina | June 15, 2022 |
Security and convenience are the most common motivators for installing smart home devices, followed by entertainment and saving money. Walmart dropped the prices on the Google Home Hub smart display bundled with either the third-generation Nest Learning Thermostat or the Nest Outdoor Security Camera.
| B. Brown | June 15, 2022 |
Walmart's Black Friday Google sales are here. Walmart dropped the prices on most, but not all, Google Nest smart home products. Grab a Google Home mini for as low as $19 or a Google Home Max for $200 less.
| B. Brown | June 15, 2022 |
Black Friday and Cyber Monday is the best time to get smart home deals on displays like Amazon's Echo Show and Echo Spot, Google's Home Hub Max, or the Lenovo Smart Display. You don't have to wait for the best smart displays to get discounts, though. There are some great deals going on right now.
| A. Bradford | June 15, 2022 |