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Should I get a smart assistant with a screen? The reasons our tech expert upgraded his home, and the best deals
Plenty of people won’t need their smart speaker to have a screen, but for some, it’s an extremely handy upgrade
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HomePod vs Alexa: can Apple's new speaker topple Amazon?
Versus With the release of a new Apple smart speaker, is the HomePod a threat to Alexa's dominance?
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Five genius things Siri can do for your iPhone that you've probably never used before
Siri can do an awful lot for you if you know how. Here are some of the iPhone virtual assistant’s best functions
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HomePod mini vs Sonos One: two high-end smart home hubs, but which is the better speaker?
We take a look at the HomePod mini and Sonos One, both of which sit at the higher end of the smart speaker market.
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What is Apple HomeKit? Explaining the smart home system and whether you should get it
If you're an Apple fan and want a smart home, then HomeKit is the obvious answer - but is it any good?
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AirTags vs Tile: which Bluetooth tracker is best to help a case of constantly misplaced keys?
If you're tired of losing your items, either around the house or outside, then Bluetooth trackers are a lifesaver - but which is best?
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Which streaming device gets you the most for your money? We assess bang for your buck among the top contenders
Should you spend more on a streaming device? What do budget options offer? We dig down to see how much you need to spend for the best features.
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Amazon Alexa vs Google Home vs Apple HomeKit - which smart speaker assistant is best?
Looking for a smart assistant, but don't know which one to choose? In order to find the best option for you, we assess the three main options.
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Best Bluetooth speakers - unique designs, powerful audio, and ultimate connectivity
The best Bluetooth speakers to enjoy high-quality audio at home, from Marshall, Audio Pro and more
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The Amazon Echo Show 15 looks like a picture frame, but acts like a personal assistant
The Amazon Echo Show 15 is the smartest assistant we've had in our home, but doesn't quite meet its potential
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Apple TV vs Firestick: Amazon battles it out with Apple for the streaming crown
Not sure whether Apple TV or Amazon's Firesticks are the answer to your streaming woes? We have the answer
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Can you use an Amazon Echo as a speaker for your TV? Yes, and it might just boost your sound quality
How To Your Amazon Echo speaker can offer a big improvement on your TV’s built-in sound. Here’s how to set it up
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How do I set up a smart home? These are the 10 steps to take to automate your house from top to bottom
Starting small, we show you the ten steps to make your house a smart home.
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I'm banking on this little-known Alexa hack to nail my New Year's resolution – here's why
Try out this simple skill that will help your Alexa take you to task and help keep you focused and productive in 2023
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Smart home trends for 2023: everything we predict for the next 12 months
Want to know what your smart home will look like in a year? We run down our top predictions for 2023
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How to set up a HomePod Mini: your guide to getting started with Siri
Want to know how to set up your HomePod Mini? Here is a step by step guide on to get you started
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What is Alexa Together? We review the feature families can use to share care for older and vulnerable people
Alexa Together is Amazon’s way of keeping tabs on vulnerable friends or family with its virtual assistant. Here’s what you need to know
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Should I upgrade to an Alexa Voice Remote Pro? Here's exactly what extra features $35 buys you
The Alexa Voice Remote Pro is well worth it for TV addicts who constantly find themselves misplacing the clicker
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How to set up a Christmas chime for a Ring doorbell, plus other festive hacks to try
Offer a warm festive greeting to your guests this Christmas using this Ring doorbell hack
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7 genius Alexa tricks for Christmas that will help your household get in the festive spirit this year
Try out these voice commands on your Alexa device to help make your Christmas season more magical
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Echo Studio review: is it really Amazon's best-sounding speaker?
With five speaker cones and Dolby Atmos compatibility, the Echo Studio does more than any other Amazon speaker – but not quite as smartly as some
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Echo Dot (5th Gen) with Clock Review: the new gold standard for entry-level smart speakers
We review the 5th-gen Amazon Echo Dot with Clock. Did this smart speaker’s audio shine as bright as its LED display?
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Sonos One vs One SL: are the extra features worth the price difference? I own both, here's what I think...
When it comes to weighing up the Sonos One vs One SL, consider what you need your speaker to do, says this Livingetc editor
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Should you invest in an Amazon Echo Show 15? Tech experts weigh in on if now's the time to level up
The smart speaker from tech giant Amazon has a built in display perfect for video calls from the kitchen counter, but is it worth the investment?
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Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd generation) review: a capable sous-chef
We tried out one of Amazon's latest smart speaker offerings in this Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd generation) review, as our cookware editor put it to the test in her kitchen
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Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen): is it still worth buying?
Is the oldest Echo Dot still worth adding to your smart home set-up?
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Echo Dot 5th Gen: Amazon's newest smart speakers explained
We compare the newly announced 5th Gen Amazon devices to their 4th Gen predecessors
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We gave the Sonos Beam soundbar 5-stars, and now it's $90 off for Cyber Monday
We love the 2nd Gen Sonos Beam, and now you can get the compact soundbar for less
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The deal on this 85 inch Samsung TV might be the best bargain we've seen today
Save an amazing $2,000 on the super-sized 85" Samsung QN95B 4K Neo QLED TV
