Category: smart speaker

Lenovo’s 7-inch Google smart display is on sale for $80 at Best Buy

[ad_1] While both smart screens have 7-inch displays, Lenovo’s model throws in both more powerful speakers as well as a camera with a privacy shutter and microphone mute button. You can use this for more than checking the weather or playing a YouTube video, in other words. While it’s not going to replace a beefy […]

Google offers a free Nest Hub to some Aware subscribers

[ad_1] The promotions come after Google streamlined Nest Aware in May. Instead of paying per camera, the new subscription starts at $60 per year (or $6 per month) and provides 30 days of event video for all the Nest security devices inside your home. The more expensive $120 per year Nest Aware Plus subscription comes […]

Grab a Google Nest WiFi 3-pack with a Home speaker for $300 at HSN

[ad_1] Buy Nest WiFi 2-pack on Best Buy – $200 Google’s past WiFi routers have had difficulty standing out, but the Nest WiFi’s inclusion of smart speaker functionality gives it an edge over some models. So long as you’re close to an access point, you can talk to Google Assistant. The system is also easy […]

Amazon’s Echo Look fashion camera will stop working on July 24th

[ad_1] We hope you wren’t leaning on Amazon’s Echo Look for fashion advice — you’ll have to find an alternative soon. Amazon has confirmed to Voicebot.ai (via TechCrunch) that that it’s shutting down Echo Look functionality on July 24th. Simply put, the company no longer feels the Look is necessary given recent changes. Now that […]

Two of Apple’s former HomePod masterminds prep a ‘revolutionary’ speaker

[ad_1] Many tech startups like to brag about having former employees of Silicon Valley giants among their ranks, but this is one that may have more of an impact than most. Financial Times sources say that ex-Apple design legend Christopher Stringer and engineer Afrooz Family are using their startup Syng to develop a “revolutionary” speaker […]

Grab two Echo Show 5 smart displays for $90 at Amazon and Best Buy

[ad_1] Buy Echo Show 5 on Best Buy – $90 (for two) A previous deal dropped the price of an individual unit down to $50, but this is a steeper overall discount if you’re in the market for two. The Echo Show 5 is Amazon’s entry-level smart display, but don’t let that fool you. It […]

Amazon discounts its Echo Show speakers to as low as $50

[ad_1] Buy Amazon Echo Show 8 on Amazon – $80 The Echo Show 5 is clearly meant as a nightstand companion and won’t blow you away with its 5-inch screen, but it delivers better sound quality than you’d expect for the size while including helpful alarm clock features like a sunrise alarm and an ambient […]

Google’s original Home smart speaker is on sale for $30

[ad_1] Buy Google Home on Google Store – $29 The Home’s design may seem a bit old compared to newer Google smart speakers, but it’s still capable. It should sound better overall than the Nest Mini, and its customizable base lets you match it to your decor. Apart from that, the Home shares many things […]

Apple’s HomePod is on sale for $205

[ad_1] The HomePod is one of the better-sounding smart speakers we’ve tested, with balanced output that automatically adjusts to the device’s placement in the room. It might be your ideal speaker if you’re deeply invested in the Apple ecosystem thanks to its easy setup, Apple Music integration and AirPlay 2 streaming. The company has also […]

Amazon’s Echo speaker drops to $60 at Best Buy

[ad_1] While the Echo won’t rival the highest-end smart speakers, it should be an exceptional value at its lowered price. The sound is significantly richer and bassier than its predecessor, to the point where it compares more closely to Sonos’ entry-level models. And then there’s the ecosystem — Alexa remains a go-to choice if you’re […]