Samsung’s SmartThings platform has taken a giant leap forward

After years of playing second fiddle to more popular options, the SmartThings platform has received upgrades that demand attention.

Smart Home     P. Hearn     July 30

How to enable Whisper Mode on Alexa, and how exactly it works

With Whisper Mode, you can chat with Alexa whenever you want, even at 3 a.m. This guide shows you how to enable this cool feature and explains how it works.

Smart Home     E. Rawes     July 28

The 7 best Alexa features you’re missing out on

You might use Alexa every day, but you might be overlooking some of its best features.

Smart Home     Patrick Hearn     July 12

The best Amazon Echo tips and tricks

Making the most of Amazon's virtual assistant, Alexa, isn't that tough. We've compiled a list of the top Echo speaker tips and tricks that everyone should know.

Smart Home     Erika Rawes     July 2

Amazon Alexa: A complete guide to using the voice assistant

Not sure you need a voice assistant, or want to learn more about what a digital butler like Alexa can do? Our in-depth guide will take you through it.

Smart Home     Erin Lawrence     July 1

What is Super Alexa Mode and what does it do?

Super Alexa Mode is a fun little secret that you can activate for a quick laugh. Here's what it is, how to make it happen, and what the secret is really about!

Smart Home     T. Lacoma     May 2

Best Amazon Echo deals: Save on Pop, Show, Dot, and Studio

Whether you're planning to buy an Amazon Echo smart speaker or an Amazon Echo Show smart display, check out the best Amazon Echo deals that we've rounded up.

Smart Home     B. Brown     April 9

Amazon’s next-gen Alexa+ assistant is here, with a few missing tricks

Amazon has finally started the rollout of Alexa+ as an early preview, but it is missing a few advanced features that might take a while.

Smart Home     Nadeem Sarwar     March 31

Amazon’s AI agent will make it even easier for you to part with your money

Amazon has introduced Nova Act, a browser AI agent that will surf the web autonomously on your behalf and get meaningful work done.

Smart Home     Nadeem Sarwar     March 31

A smarter Alexa? Sign me up

Amazon says its Alexa voice assistant is about to get a lot smarter. It's about time.

Smart Home     Simon Cohen     February 26

You might have to wait a little longer for Alexa’s AI upgrade

According to an insider, the upgraded version of Amazon's Alexa might not arrive until after March 31.

Smart Home     P. Hearn     February 15

Upcoming Amazon event invite teases a new AI-powered Alexa

Invites went out for an Amazon event in New York City on February 26, and all clues point to an Alexa AI announcement.

Smart Home     John Higgins     February 6

Alexa to get supercharged with AI

Amazon is reportedly preparing a major AI update to Alexa that would implement a two-tier subscription plan.

Smart Home     Andrew Tarantola     June 21, 2024

Amazon’s Echo Buds got a little bit better this week

You no longer have to say "Alexa" if you want to wake up your Echo Buds without touching them.

Smart Home     Phil Nickinson     May 24, 2024

How to connect Alexa to iPhone

The Alexa app is a smart home command center that anyone can wrap their head around. Here’s how to use the platform and voice assistant on your iPhone.

Smart Home     T. Lacoma     May 14, 2024

The most common Echo Show problems and how to fix them

Is your Echo Show giving you issues? Here the most common bugs that pop up with the Amazon smart display and several fixes you can try.

Smart Home     M. Bizzaco     April 21, 2024

How to fix an Amazon Smart Thermostat that’s unresponsive

If you're looking to fix an unresponsive Amazon Smart Thermostat, there are plenty of troubleshooting steps you can try. Here's what you need to know.

Smart Home     J. Bitner     April 14, 2024

How to use all Amazon Alexa alarm clock features

Are you interested in using Alexa on your Echo or other devices as an alarm? Alexa can manage a variety of alarm options, and we'll show you have to use them!

Smart Home     T. Lacoma     March 25, 2024

Home Depot’s Hubspace is a great way to start building your smart home

Hubspace isn't as powerful as Alexa or Google Home, but its simple design makes it great for beginners. Here are our impressions of the smart home software.

Smart Home     J. Bitner     March 21, 2024

How to connect Alexa to your TV for smart voice control

Alexa is a powerful smart assistant that can even control your TV. Here's how to connect Alexa to your smart TV, set-top box, or streaming device.

Smart Home     M. Archambault     February 28, 2024

Echo Hub vs. Echo Show 8: Which is the best option for your smart home?

The Echo Hub and Echo Show 8 both feature a large touchscreen and give you access to the Alexa voice assistant. But which one is best for your smart home?

Smart Home     J. Bitner     February 28, 2024

How to use Amazon Echo as a doorbell chime

Your Echo device can be linked to your video doorbell, allowing the former to issue a chime when the latter is rung. Here’s how to set this up in the Alexa app!

Smart Home     M. Bizzaco     February 27, 2024

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