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Logo of Alexa+ on a large screen at an event.
One of the Best Alexa+ Features Has Been Delayed
Smart Home

A new web experience was promised.

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The Eve Dimmer Switch installed in a 2-gang outlet box next to another smart switch.
Eve Dimmer Switch Review: One Smart Dimmer to Rule Them Al
Smart Home

This isn't the perfect smart switch, but it’s very close.

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Non-smart kitchen appliances on a white background.
Why Smart Kitchen Gadgets Aren’t Always Better Than Dumb Alternatives
Smart Home

Save money and get better results the old fashioned way.

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An Apple HomePod mini, Amazon Echo Dot, and a Google Nest speaker sitting on their own tables split into three sections by a white line.
Why Apple Home Is Better Than Amazon and Google's Smart Home
Apple HomeKit & Apple HomePod

Google Home and Alexa support more devices, but Apple has the best features.

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Dimmer buttons on the TP-Link Tapo S505D Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch with Dimmer.
How to Add Smart Switches to an Older Home
Apple HomeKit & Apple HomePod

Different ways to include a smart switch into homes without neutral wiring.

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An Echo Dot with several people in the background and some shields around the Echo Dot.
Smart Home Privacy Takes a Blow as Amazon Kills Alexa Local Processing
Smart Home

Amazon is probably removing the feature in an effort to bolster AI functionality.

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The Alexa app opening on a phone to control the 5th gen Echo Dot.
How to Send a Virtual Hug Using Alexa (And Why You Might Want To)
Smart Home

Alexa has a hidden feature that you’ll love: you can send a virtual hug with just your voice!

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Logo of Alexa+ on a large screen at an event.
A Smarter Alexa Won't Solve These 9 Smart Home Problems
Smart Home

Alexa is finally getting an upgrade but there's plenty it won't fix.

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Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Siri icons behind a home theater with a colorful background.
How to Use Smart Home Assistants to Control Your Home Theater Sound
Audio/Video

A smarter way to use your home theater?

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A woman holding an Echo Dot with a magnifying glass pointed at it.
"Alexa, Surprise Me!" 22 Hidden Commands You Need to Try
Smart Home

So you think you know Alexa?

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Amazon Alexa with a santa hat and Christmas tree.
6 Alexa Holiday Tricks and Routines to Run This Season
Smart Home

Alexa can keep you organized and entertained during the holidays.

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Alexa Echo Dot with some games logos around.
10 Fun Games to Try With an Amazon Alexa Smart Speaker
Amazon Alexa

The most fun you can have with a smart speaker.

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The Amazon Echo Spot playing music
Amazon Echo Spot (2024) Review: Promising Tech That's Let Down By Its Software
Smart Home

The 2024 Echo Spot is a great smart speaker, but Amazon's software design choices bring it down.

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Some smart speakers on a wooden table and a 10-year timeline.
Alexa, It’s Been 10 Years: How Smart Speakers Have (And Haven’t) Changed
Amazon Alexa & Amazon Echo

Surprisingly, much has stayed the same.

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An Echo Dot with several people in the background and some shields around the Echo Dot.
What Does Alexa and Echo Know About You? How to Review Your Voice History and Data
Smart Home

Amazon collects way more data than you think.

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Amazon Echo Show on a kitchen counter.
Amazon Might Discontinue the Echo Show 15
Smart Home

There is evidence it's about to be delisted.

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An Amazon Echo Dot showing the weather.
Say Goodbye to the Echo Dot With Clock
Amazon Alexa

With the more expensive Echo Spot taking its place.

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The TP-Link Kasa KS240 Smart Controller next to its app
Kasa KS240 Smart Fan Controller Review: Simplifying Your HomeKit Setup
Hardware

The TP-Link KS240 smart fan/light switch simplifies your smart home setup.

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A home assistant icon.
What Is Home Assistant? And Why Isn't Everyone Using It?
Smart Home

Get to know this open-source locally-controlled smart home platform.

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These Are My Top 10 Tips to Get More Out of Your Ring Doorbell
Ring

Make the most of the popular smart home device.

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