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Amazon Fire TV showing some of the best psychological thrillers using AI
Fire TV's new AI feature makes finding stuff to watch even easier — here's how it works

By Alix Blackburn Published

AI can now improve the entertainment search experience on your Fire TV, and it all starts with asking Alexa what you want to watch.

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Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (5th Gen)
Amazon could turn Alexa into an AI chatbot — but you may need to pay for it

By Tom Pritchard Published

Alexa could get become an AI chatbot in the future, but you it sounds like you'll need to pay to use it.

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A closeup of an Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) on a desk
The Echo Show 5 turned out to be the perfect tiny smart display for my desk after all

By Anthony Spadafora Published

Just when I thought a touchscreen monitor could replace the smart display on my desk, the Echo Show 5 showed me exactly what I was missing out on.

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Wemo WiFi Smart Plug review
Smart plugs are great — except for this one thing

By Hunter Fenollol Published

These simple on/off switches for outlet-powered gadgets are too basic to help devices pick up from where they left off

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Amazon Air Quality monitor with green LED showing clear air
I tested Amazon's Smart Air Quality Monitor and now I'm breathing easier

By Hunter Fenollol Published

Amazon's smart air monitor keeps an eye on your environment and automatically turns on Alexa-connected gadgets like your air purifier or humidifier to keep it clean and comfortable.

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Alexa ambient sounds
Best Alexa ambient sound skills

By Michael Gowan Last updated

Help yourself relax (or fall asleep) with the highest-rated Alexa skills for ambient sounds that you can play through your Amazon Echo.

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An Echo Show 15 in landscape mode mounted to the wall
I bought this $30 accessory and it completely changed how I use the Echo Show 15

By Anthony Spadafora Published

The Echo Show 15 is the only smart display you can mount on your wall, but the included wall mount doesn’t let you easily switch between landscape and portrait mode. Here's an accessory to fix that.

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Echo Dot with Clock review
Dust off your Echo — 5 ways Alexa can help your spring cleaning

By Hunter Fenollol Published

Amazon's smart assistant helps you focus on the tasks at hand and tracks your progress as you clean.

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Wyze Cam 4 on table side by side with the Blink Mini 2 security camera
Wyze Cam v4 vs Blink Mini 2 — which budget security camera wins?

By Hunter Fenollol Published

I tested two of the latest security cameras under $40 head-to-head comparing price, features, and more.

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Echo Show 8 sitting next to Echo Hub on countertop
Amazon Echo Hub vs. Echo Show 8: Which smart display is best for you?

By Hunter Fenollol Published

If you're looking for the best Alexa smart display to add to your home, you may be deciding between the Echo Hub vs. the Echo Show 8. Here's how the two compare on price, versatility, and features.

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