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Amazon is removing this privacy feature from its Echo smart speakers on March 28 — what you need to know
By Mike Prospero published
Amazon is removing the ability to process Alexa requests locally on your Echo smart speaker, but it only affects a handful of users.

Alexa+ devices — here's the gadgets that will (and won't) work
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Amazon has unveiled Alexa Plus and while it’s rolling out to Echo Show smart displays first, most Echo smart speakers will also be supported.

Best smart speakers 2025 — Alexa, Google, and Siri tested
By Tammy Rogers last updated
The best smart speakers put Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri in your home to answer questions, control smart home devices, play music and more.

Apple's HomePod with display just got some bad news
By Jeff Parsons last updated
Apple's next HomePod is reportedly delayed until after WWDC 2025 due to software development difficulties.

This all-in-one audio system just replaced every speaker in my living room
By Tammy Rogers last updated
I have more speakers in my living room than most people have in their whole house. That is, until Cambridge Audio Evo One entered my life.

Our favorite Alexa speaker just dropped to $30 at Amazon — plus get a free smart bulb
By Alyse Stanley published
The Echo Pop is the cheapest Alexa speaker made by Amazon, and right now it's even better value. Plus, you get a smart bulb with it free.

You can't buy the Echo Dot with Clock on Amazon — and that's a big mistake
By Hunter Fenollol published
Amazon's Echo Dot with Clock packs a ton of functionality into an affordable smart speaker. Despite being a popular gadget, it's currently unavailable for sale on Amazon.

Your nursery could get hacked - here's how to prevent it
By Olivia Powell published
Discover the hidden cyber risks posed by your nursery, and how to fix them.
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