The first open-source, privacy-focused voice assistant for the home is hereHome Assistant introduces a privacy-centric voice control system that operates locally without cloud dependency.
Forget Alexa, this smart home hub only listens to you when you're touching itThe Voice Mate H1 enhances security with intentional voice command recognition, only activating when manually held.
Aqara's smart home voice control system isn't always listeningAqara's Voice Mate H1 prioritizes user privacy by activating only when picked up, unlike traditional always-listening devices.
Apple reportedly releasing a wall-mounted smart home tablet in 2025 - and yes, it does AI | TechCrunchApple is set to unveil a smart home hub in March 2025, featuring voice controls and a touchscreen.
Just 40 Home Products You'll Want To Have If You're In Your 20s And Don't Live With Your Parents AnymoreThe Echo Show 5 enhances daily life with its music streaming, smart features, and voice control capabilities.
Amazon's Echo Spot alarm clock is 44% off ahead of October Prime DayAmazon's Echo Spot combines smart clock features with Alexa integration, promoting a revival of clock radios in a compact design.
The first open-source, privacy-focused voice assistant for the home is hereHome Assistant introduces a privacy-centric voice control system that operates locally without cloud dependency.
Forget Alexa, this smart home hub only listens to you when you're touching itThe Voice Mate H1 enhances security with intentional voice command recognition, only activating when manually held.
Aqara's smart home voice control system isn't always listeningAqara's Voice Mate H1 prioritizes user privacy by activating only when picked up, unlike traditional always-listening devices.
Apple reportedly releasing a wall-mounted smart home tablet in 2025 - and yes, it does AI | TechCrunchApple is set to unveil a smart home hub in March 2025, featuring voice controls and a touchscreen.
Just 40 Home Products You'll Want To Have If You're In Your 20s And Don't Live With Your Parents AnymoreThe Echo Show 5 enhances daily life with its music streaming, smart features, and voice control capabilities.
Amazon's Echo Spot alarm clock is 44% off ahead of October Prime DayAmazon's Echo Spot combines smart clock features with Alexa integration, promoting a revival of clock radios in a compact design.
T-Mobile's parent company is making an 'AI Phone' with Perplexity AssistantDeutsche Telekom is launching an AI Phone powered by Perplexity Assistant that prioritizes voice controls and integrates multiple AI tools.
Apple may finally fix its most infuriating design crimeApple's Magic Mouse is hindered by its charging port design, prompting speculation about a significant redesign featuring voice controls.
iOS 18 (and AI) will give Siri much more control over your appsApple is planning to update Siri with the ability to control specific iPhone app features through voice commands.
Apple may finally fix its most infuriating design crimeApple's Magic Mouse is hindered by its charging port design, prompting speculation about a significant redesign featuring voice controls.
iOS 18 (and AI) will give Siri much more control over your appsApple is planning to update Siri with the ability to control specific iPhone app features through voice commands.
Hyundai's touchscreen honeymoon is over because sometimes buttons are just betterHyundai is integrating more buttons and knobs in cars after feedback indicated that drivers dislike touchscreens for essential controls.
Rivian's chief software officer says in-car buttons are 'an anomaly' | TechCrunchRivian believes voice control should replace physical buttons in cars, as current voice assistants need significant improvement.
Hyundai's touchscreen honeymoon is over because sometimes buttons are just betterHyundai is integrating more buttons and knobs in cars after feedback indicated that drivers dislike touchscreens for essential controls.
Rivian's chief software officer says in-car buttons are 'an anomaly' | TechCrunchRivian believes voice control should replace physical buttons in cars, as current voice assistants need significant improvement.
Rivian Declares War On Physical ButtonsVoice controls are the future of vehicle interaction, as physical buttons are considered outdated.
Echo Spot review: this smart alarm clock hits a sweet spotThe new Amazon Echo Spot serves as a suitable smart alarm clock option, combining compact design, sound quality, and absence of a camera for a reasonable price.
Buy an Echo Dot (5th gen) with clock and get a free smart bulbThe Echo Dot 5th Gen bundle offers significant value, especially with the inclusion of a free smart bulb for just $30.
Echo Spot review: this smart alarm clock hits a sweet spotThe new Amazon Echo Spot serves as a suitable smart alarm clock option, combining compact design, sound quality, and absence of a camera for a reasonable price.
Buy an Echo Dot (5th gen) with clock and get a free smart bulbThe Echo Dot 5th Gen bundle offers significant value, especially with the inclusion of a free smart bulb for just $30.
Sony's new LinkBuds add voice controls without a smart assistantSony introduces new LinkBuds earbuds with voice controls and improved wearability, enhancing user experience and audio performance.
Clockwise #566: That's My Shredder Sound - Relay FMHaving the right tech devices for travel is crucial, including managing distractions and using voice control for apps.
5 Exciting New Features of the Sonos Roam 2 You'll Love - Yanko DesignSonos unveils Roam 2, a second-generation portable speaker at $179, with improvements in Bluetooth setup, battery life, design, tactile buttons, and sound quality.
Nothing just beat Apple by bringing ChatGPT to all its TWS earbuds... even the older models - Yanko DesignNothing integrates ChatGPT AI into a wider range of audio devices, emphasizing the trend of embedding AI assistants in consumer tech.
These Wheeled Humanoid Robots Use AI to Team Up and Clean Your Messy HouseThe future of robotics includes voice-controlled humanoid robots working together in teams to accomplish complex tasks efficiently.
This Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum is half off right nowShark AI Ultra Voice Control Robot Vacuum with Matrix Clean Navigation on sale for $300, great features like voice control, 360 LiDAR vision, self-emptying base, and pet hair collection.
Chrome on Android can read webpages out loud from within the appGoogle is introducing a new feature 'Listen to this page' on Android Chrome, allowing users to listen to webpages read out loud with playback controls.
Apple's AI Push Sets Stage for Everything From Glasses to RobotsApple is transitioning to become a hardware-AI-cloud company, with AI enabling future devices like home robotics, AR glasses, and enhanced AirPods.