The Amazon Echo Dot Max is the perfect option if you need a smart speaker that'll go anywhere in your home. The Amazon Echo ...

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When you’re new to smart homes, knowing where to start can be tough. There are a lot of options out there — particularly when it comes to Amazon Alexa, which is the best-supported consumer platform ...

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If you’re seeking to make your home smarter, odds are you’re in between two smart home ecosystems, Amazon Alexa versus Google Home. Both Amazon Alexa- and Google Assistant-enabled devices can help ...

Alexa is a true household name at this point. She’s the voice and intelligence behind our top pick for a smart speaker (the fourth-generation Echo) and smart display (the Echo Show 8), and an ...

Alexa Guard and Nest Aware are two smart security systems that work alongside your existing lineup of smart home products. By enabling one or the other, your devices can provide you with additional ...

When you're setting up your new Alexa device, there are three spots you should never put it. Here's why -- and what places ...

Amazon’s voice assistant Alexa is typically associated with smart devices, from Amazon’s own Echo smart speaker line to compatible TVs, air conditioners, and more. But we don’t always mention that ...

There's nothing more frustrating than smart home stuff that doesn't work. You open the app, tap the button, wait... tap it again, still nothing. Or Alexa says "okay," but the lights stay on anyway. I ...