As bizarre as it sounds, Black Friday is already in full swing and Best Buy is leading the charge with deals on hundreds of products from every category imaginable. One of the hottest deals going at the moment is Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet tablet that has been reduced to its lowest price ever at $229. However, […]
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Nest Hub smart displays are testing the ability to trigger Google Assistant just by standing within range of them
If you have one of Google’s smart displays, you may soon be able to invoke the Assistant just by getting close to it. I have to admit, it seems really convenient to not have to constantly say “Hey Google” each time I want to perform an action. Sure, Assistant already has a continued conversation feature, […]
Continue ReadingHalo with Google Assistant: Meet Acer’s vibrant answer to the Nest Audio
Acer just wrapped up its annual global press event. While we’re over the moon with the world’s first Snapdragon-powered Chromebook, that’s not the only thing Acer brought to this shindig. As a matter of fact, there are a couple of other items that we were pleased to hear about that didn’t even make the virtual […]
Continue ReadingNest Secure has been discontinued, no known successor in the works
According to Corbin Davenport, Google has apparently communicated to Android Police that they have officially discontinued their Nest Secure device. The two devices making up the package – the Nest Guard motion-sensing keypad and the Nest Detect magnetized sensors for your windows and walls will no longer be sold on the Google Store. If you […]
Continue ReadingNest Hello brings back Halloween sounds just in time for the trick-or-treating that may not happen
It’s common for homeowners to buy Halloween themed items such as a ghost that makes noise when you get close to it or a doorbell that sounds like a monster when rang so that when trick-or-treaters approach the door for candy, they’re met with a little bit of Halloween spirit. The problem is that once […]
Continue ReadingRe-designed Nest Thermostat revealed. Moves into your Google Home for an affordable $129
A few days ago, I mentioned that a new Nest Thermostat had been rumored to be releasing very, very soon. As it turns out, it’s now up for pre-order and will be available in a few weeks! The new thermostat features a friendly, Googley design and is made of 49% recyclable, colored plastic. The available […]
Continue ReadingAssistant enabled smart displays will soon receive more educational and storytelling content for kids
Last week, I pointed out how Google’s new Kid’s Space initiative looked eerily like it could be adapted to the Nest Hub UI and also how Area 120 recently shut down their popular kid’s reading app, Rivet. The company stated that they would be transitioning their books into Youtube, Kid’s Space and also to Assistant […]
Continue ReadingGot $5? You could pick up a Google Home Mini at this local retailer
2020 has been a bizarre year that has seen us fundamentally change the way we do just about everything and the way we shop is right at the top of that list. Online and delivery have become the go-to services for millions of os shoppers that once enjoyed spending hours casually perusing through shops. For […]
Continue ReadingLenovo’s Essential Smart Clock w/Google Assistant just arrived at Best Buy
At the end of August, Lenovo announced a variety of new devices, and in the mix was a new addition to the company’s smart home lineup. The Lenovo Smart Clock Essential forgoes an interactive display in favor of a smaller, more discrete design than its larger Smart Clock sibling. Like the original Lenovo Smart Clock, […]
Continue ReadingDeal Alert: Steal this $230 Assistant speaker from Harmon Kardon for $80
We haven’t had the pleasure of reviewing Harmon Kardon’s Citation One speaker with Google Assistant but some reviewers tout it as a more affordable alternative to the $300 Google Home Max. The only major nits found by most reviewers are the speaker’s lack-luster listening abilities when attempting to invoke the Google Assistant and the fact […]
Continue ReadingNest Audio unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
Well, the true successor to the original Google Home smart speaker is officially available from various retailers. It has been a while since we added a new smart speaker to the list of smart devices around the office. So, we went and picked one up. We’re going to spend a little time with the new […]
Continue ReadingGoogle’s all-new Nest Audio is available today, here’s where you can pick one up
Right on schedule, Google’s next addition to the Nest smart speaker lineup is on shelves and ready to get itself into the hands of eager audiophiles everywhere. You will be able to find the Google Home successor at the usual retailers and where you buy really boils down to personal preference and availability. Some stores […]
Continue ReadingGoogle’s All New Chromecast with Google TV just stole Roku’s spotlight
At long last we get the scoop on Google’s all new Chromecast with Google TV built-in. They began their ‘Launch Night In’ event today by stating how TV is at the heart of the home for our families and they’re not wrong. It’s sporting a revamped and re-branded Google TV instead, which seeks to help […]
Continue ReadingLenovo’s Google Assistant Smart clock is back to its lowest price
Lenovo’s new Smart Clock Essential should be arriving anytime now but there’s not really any sense in waiting when you can score the original Assistant-enabled alarm clock for less. Normally $79, the Lenovo Smart Clock regularly enjoys discount’s on Lenovo’s website along with deals from other retailers such as Best Buy and Walmart. However, Best […]
Continue ReadingCould Google’s October 8 Assistant Developer Day signal a virtual hardware event?
Without a doubt, 2020 has been one of the most peculiar years in recent history. Because of the pandemic that has now spanned two-thirds of the year, most hardware and software events and conferences have been shifted to a virtual venue or flat out canceled. Google was one of the first companies to lead the […]
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