I won't revisit my rant about how, more than two years ago, I reached out to Google support about device-specific broadcasting because the feature is finally a reality and I am ecstatic. Broadcasting with the Google Assistant does exactly what it sounds like it should do. You tell the Assistant to … [Read more...] about The Google Assistant can finally make device-specific broadcasts and I couldn’t be happier
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Smart Home Sunday: Big savings on the tiny Lenovo Smart Displays
Two of my favorite Assistant-enabled smart displays are currently on sale and you can get one for as little as $39.99. While these two devices may not be as feature-rich as larger models on the market, the 7" Lenovo Smart Display and 4" Lenovo Smart Clock both have a lot to offer at a price that's a … [Read more...] about Smart Home Sunday: Big savings on the tiny Lenovo Smart Displays
Hey Google, let’s talk Shark Week!
Hard to believe but the Discovery Channel's "wildly" popular Shark Week is now in its third decade of production. Now in its 32nd season, Shark Week began as an entertaining effort to educate viewers about common misconceptions while helping draw attention to preservation of the species. The … [Read more...] about Hey Google, let’s talk Shark Week!
Playing games with the Google Assistant just got a lot more fun
Including your Google smart speaker in on game night is nothing new. Since 2017, the Assistant has offered up an ever-growing list of interactive challenges for the entire family to enjoy. This week, the Assistant has learned some new tricks and this time, smart displays are getting in on the fun … [Read more...] about Playing games with the Google Assistant just got a lot more fun
Deal Alert: 50% off the iHome Google Assistant bedside speaker
Any of you who frequent Chrome Unboxed may know that my favorite smart display is still the tiny Lenovo Smart Clock. The 4" display is the perfect bedside companion but that doesn't mean it's without shortcomings. Unlike other most smart displays, you can't cast a video to the Lenovo and due to its … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: 50% off the iHome Google Assistant bedside speaker
Deal Alert: Save up to $89 on the Belkin SoundForm Elite Assistant speaker
Back in January, we had a chance to take a quick look at Belkin's first entry into the smart speaker space. Belkin is a name that I immediately relate to accessories so I didn't set my expectations too high when we walked into the "sound cave" the company had set up at their CES booth. Much to my … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Save up to $89 on the Belkin SoundForm Elite Assistant speaker
Google Store Daily Special: $20 off a Nest Mini 2-pack
Google seems content in holding back with any and all new hardware releases and instead, the Google Store is continuing to push discounts on bundles of Nest products. While we wait for the next Nest speaker, you can grab a deal on a pair of the Nest Mini smart speakers. While this isn't the best … [Read more...] about Google Store Daily Special: $20 off a Nest Mini 2-pack
At long last, you can finally watch Netflix on your Nest smart display
Last month, Xfinity brought support for casting to the company's Stream app, and in that update, the country's largest cable provider saw fit to include support for casting your favorite shows to smart displays such as the Nest Hub and Hub Max. At that time, the subject of Netflix popped up in the … [Read more...] about At long last, you can finally watch Netflix on your Nest smart display
Rumored Google Home successor passes through the FCC with radical new design
This week, Google had us excited about the possibility of two or more new pieces of hardware landing at the company's recent "Hey Google" virtual smart home event. Apart from the Pixel 4a that at this point could be obsolete by the time it debuts, we know that Google has a new Android TV/Chromecast … [Read more...] about Rumored Google Home successor passes through the FCC with radical new design
‘Hey Google’ virtual event: new Assistant abilities for manufacturers, no new Chromecast for users
Yesterday, we alerted readers that the 'Hey Google' virtual event was scheduled for 10PM EDT and though it was an odd time to log in and watch a digital-only event at that time of night, the reasoning became clear quite quickly. There were representatives from hardware companies spanning the globe, … [Read more...] about ‘Hey Google’ virtual event: new Assistant abilities for manufacturers, no new Chromecast for users
Google wants to help you save 3-5% on your energy bill this summer with Seasonal Savings
Summer is officially here, which means the weather is warming up and the days are getting longer across much of North America. These warm days bring a lot of fun activities like trips to the park and grilling out in the backyard, but it also means you will probably see a spike in your energy bill as … [Read more...] about Google wants to help you save 3-5% on your energy bill this summer with Seasonal Savings
Duo group calls head to Assistant smart displays, Google Meet for Nest Hub Max
Video calls are a great way to connect with family that doesn't live close but during these trying times, face-to-face contact is more important than ever as we continue to keep our distance and limit in-person gatherings. Google understands this and now, they're bringing group video calling to the … [Read more...] about Duo group calls head to Assistant smart displays, Google Meet for Nest Hub Max