Home Assistant's Voice Preview Edition is a little box with big privacy powers
Briefly

Home Assistant's Voice Preview Edition is a focused voice assistant designed for home automation, enabling users to control their smart home devices efficiently with voice commands.
Using a wake word like 'Okay, Nabu,' the VPE integrates with various smart home devices, allowing commands such as 'Turn on living room lights' to be executed seamlessly.
Despite its limitations in functionality, the VPE is compatible with existing devices from ecosystems like Google Home and Alexa, thanks to its built-in bridge options.
The user experience with the Voice Preview Edition largely revolves around having an organized smart home setup, as it primarily focuses on controlling and automating connected devices.
Read at Ars Technica
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