How to delete voice recordings from Alexa-enabled devices, Google Assistant-enabled devices
Concerned that Alexa or Google Assistant has been recording your every interaction and voice request? Well, thankfully, it's easy to delete your activity from either platform's database using your desktop machine. Here's how to do so, regardless of which device you're working with.
Google’s new Assistant Go brings Assistant to low-power phones
Google has launched a lightweight version of Google Assistant called Assistant Go. The launch follows other lightweight Google apps, like YouTube Go and Maps Go.
Michael Kors’ new chatbot helps teach users more about its smartwatches
Centered around its Access smartwatch collection, Michael Kors has released its first-ever chatbot. Available for the Access Sofie on Facebook Messenger and Google Assistant, the bot can educate users on the watch's features and functionalities.
You can now ask your LG AC unit to cool your home
LG is showing off a whole host of voice-activated solutions that could make controlling the temperature of your house that much easier.
Google Assistant’s voice match finally works with multiple Netflix profiles
Google Assistant can now match different voices to specific Netflix profiles, where previously it only supported the main profile.
Google Play Books now lets you stream audiobooks on Assistant devices
If you're looking for your next audiobook, consider Google. The company launched Google Play Books, its audiobook store in 45 countries.
Finding a parking space is as easy as talking with SpotHero and Android Auto
Parking is as easy as talking now that SpotHero has debuted voice-activated, in-car parking reservations by way of Google Assistant in Android Auto.
If TiVo wasn’t already simple enough, you can now control it with your voice
At CES 2018, we learned that you'll soon have the ability to control your TiVo through either Amazon Eco or Google Home.
Siri, can you hear me? Not at CES
Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa dominated CES 2018, through compatibility with nearly every smarthome device we saw. But Apple HomeKit and Siri were barely seen. What gives?
Trends With Benefits podcast: Our favorite tech from CES 2018
It's our annual CES episode! Our favorite products include the Vivo underglass fingerprint sensor, Sennheiser Ambeo 3D Soundbar, and more.
Google’s aggressive push at CES affirms that Assistant is its No. 1 focus
At CES 2018, Google stole the show. Its ads for the Google Assistant were everywhere, from the monorail to large-scale digital ads.
As Alexa, Google Assistant dominate CES, Apple and Microsoft face tough decisions
Alexa continued to rack up integration wins at CES this year, and Google is struggling to keep pace. Is it too late for Microsoft and Apple?
With Google Assistant, Electron Wheel turns any bike into a souped-up ebike
Thanks to Google Assistant functionality, the second-generation Electron Wheel can "electrify your bike in 30 seconds."
Bang & Olufsen looks to the future with new headphones and Airplay 2 support
At CES 2018, Bang & Olufsen detailed new headphone models, and updates that will bring Google Assistant and Airplay 2 to existing products.
Legrand is making a splash in the smart home market with new smart device-enabled lighting systems
Legrand is making a strong play to the smart home market at CES 2018 with new smart device-enabled lighting systems, switches, and controls.
From TVs to automobiles, Google Assistant looks to make a big splash at CES 2018
Here's a quick peek at the many Google Assistant-enabled products we have to look forward to at CES 2018 in Las Vegas this week.
Milo smart home hub and speaker features Z-Wave Plus and Google Assistant
Hogar Controls' Milo smart hub and speaker boasts multiplatform access for a number of protocols, including Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and more.
Hunter Fan Company adds Google Assistant compatibility to its line of smart fans
Hunter Fan Company lets you to link up its SIMPLEconnect line of smart fans with Google Assistant at CES 2018.
A cyclist is riding from NYC to Vegas on a bike with an Electron Wheel for CES
To celebrate Google Assistant pairing up with Electron Wheel, a cyclist is riding across the country to the CES.
Google extends Assistant support to older Android smartphones and tablets
Google is now bringing built-in support for the Assistant to smartphones running Android Lollipop and tablets running Marshmallow and Nougat.
For $25, you can create your own voice-controlled origami with Paper Signals
Paper Signals is an open-sourced and extremely affordable way for folks to learn how to build voice-controlled gizmo and gadgets.
JBL Link 20 Review
In search of a smart speaker? Our JBL Link 20 review examines a potential Sonos competitor featuring portability, built-in Chromecast, and Google Assistant.
Google Assistant gains eyes with Google Lens, now rolling out to Pixel phones
Google Lens first made a splash at Google I/O in May, but it's now finally rolling out to Google Pixel smartphones.
The Ecobee4 smart thermostat gets cozy with Alexa and Google Assistant
Meet the Ecobee4, a new smart home device that promises to combine "smart thermostat functionality and voice."
Stop yelling across the house — use your Google Home as an intercom instead
Google Home will now amplify your voice across any room in your household, provided that room has a voice-activated speaker in it.
Google Assistant now lets you subscribe daily to news briefings, weather, facts, and more
Google Assistant's latest feature allows you to receive a variety of updates each day. You can subscribe to weather, fun facts, and more.
The TicHome Mini lets you bring Google Assistant with you around the house
The TicHome Mini isn't made by Google but it has Google Assistant built in. It runs on batteries so it's portable as well.
With the TicHome Mini, you can take Google Assistant with you anywhere
You don't need a Google Home or a Pixel phone to take your Google Assistant everywhere you go. Meet the new TicHome Mini.
The Google Assistant makes ordering paper towels from Target easier than ever
Target is teaming up with Google to make it easier to shop the retailer's digital aisles -- and to get items delivered quickly.
Look out, Alexa — Google Assistant is new and improved and ready to go
Now, Google has debuted the latest and greatest iteration of Google Assistant, which is built into the entire Google Home family.
LG will provide free Google Home devices during October promotion
Running from October 8 to October 25, any purchase of a Wi-Fi-enabled LG appliance will come bundled with a Google Home device.
The first wave of Google Assistant-powered speakers appears at IFA 2017
Google wants to get its AI helper into more homes with a new range of third-party Google Assistant speakers. Here's the lineup so far.
Watch out AirPods — Google could be developing its own smart headphones
Google might be planning on unveiling a pair of headphones with smart capabilities, and of course, compatibility with Google Assistant.
Google Home gets voice calling and the ability to put responses on your TV
Google Home got some cool new updates at the Google I/O 2017, like the ability to make phone calls and show visual information.