Prior to 2014, virtual assistants were seen as cumbersome, inaccurate, and unfit for mainstream use. It certainly didn’t help that people didn’t really want to use voice activation. After all, talking to a gadget seemed fundamentally uncomfortable — and no one wanted to feel ridiculous. The release and subsequent rise of Amazon’s Alexa system, however, …
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When deciding on a Bluetooth speaker, it is important to buy one that is durable to avoid unwanted damage. Or else, why would you want a Bluetooth speaker if it can’t go everywhere with you? Thankfully, we’ve done the research, providing you with the 3 most durable Bluetooth speakers that are long-lasting so that you …
For most of us, the decision on whether or not to invest in smart devices for the home depends on two things: increased convenience and cost. Some devices offer cost savings, like smart thermostats or lights, however, for the most part, the largest benefit to these technologies is convenience. This could be changing as other industries …
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Its that time of the year again… If society requires us to shell out our hard earned bucks to buy gifts for someone else, the least we can do is make sure what we’re buying isn’t utter crap. So here we are with some smart ideas for the Smart Home enthusiast on your shopping list. …
UPDATED: Amazon has announced 4 new Echo devices this week! Yes, you can still use Fire TV with Alexa. Click here to read up on the new devices. Read on for updated news on Alexa and Fire TV Amazon issued an update shortly after releasing Fire TV that allowed users to control their Amazon Fire TV with …
A new study from Barclays Mortgages indicates that new home buyers are willing to pay a premium for Smart Home features. The report indicates that more than a quarter of people surveyed stated that a property that included these tech upgrades would be more appealing. Do buyers want a Smart Home? Many of the features …
How much would you pay to never have to waste time looking for your keys, phone, or remote again? The people behind the TrackR Atlas are betting that for most of us, that would be $79. That’s the entry price for a package that will allow for multi-room location services. With one of these… your phone …
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Lowe’s and Home Depot are both predicting that home automation will be the next big trend in home DIY. To this point, Lowe’s announced the release of their Iris 2.0 system this week and Lowe’s is hoping that home automation products make their way onto our Christmas lists this year. What’s new? Lowe’s Iris system 2.0 …
Despite the device’s apparent success, I find many people still have questions about how good the device actually is. As with any well-made new product, a quick Google search will return dozens of glowing product reviews and “first impressions”. What these reviews don’t tell you however, is what’s the experience of owning one, not just …