5 summer apps to keep you safe outdoors
Summertime is the perfect time to head outdoors. The extra long days provide ample opportunity to explore the woods, head to the beach or even train for an upcoming marathon. While these adventures are the […]
How to play music in several rooms at once with Amazon Alexa
As we explained in our recent Alexa guide, there are several reasons why two Amazon Echo smart speakers are better than one. For this feature, we will look at “Multi-Room Music.” Added to the Alexa […]
Alexa Drop In: How to turn your Amazon Echo speakers into a home intercom system
You probably know how Amazon Echo’s microphone and speakers communicate with Alexa, the virtual assistant. But that same hardware — and the Echo’s always-on internet connection — can also create a simple home intercom service. […]
Amazon Echo Spot, Dot & Show: Here’s how they stack up
On Dec. 19, the latest member of the Amazon Echo smart speaker range goes on sale. Called the Echo Spot, the device has a circular 2.5-inch display and access to the company’s Alexa personal assistant. […]
How to use Google Assistant to turn your TV on and off
As you will surely know by now, the Google Home and Home Mini smart speakers can do much more than play music, look up things on the internet, and tell jokes. In fact, the Google […]
Amazon Echo 2 vs. Echo Plus: What’s the difference?
The Echo Plus is now the flagship of Amazon’s smart speaker range. The new device boasts a shiny silver finish, a larger design than the Echo 2, enhanced sound quality, and direct compatibility with ZigBee […]
How to upgrade your car stereo to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto: 5 of our favorites
CarPlay is Apple’s answer to the car infotainment system. Run by your iPhone, CarPlay replaces the navigation, media, phone, and messaging controls of your car with those of iOS — and even includes Siri. CarPlay […]
The Amazon Echo starter kit: 6 Alexa devices to kickstart your smart home
The Amazon Echo and Echo Dot smart speakers are fun, useful and entertaining devices in their own right. They play music, answer questions, read the news, play games, tell jokes, set timers and much more […]
Best road-trip gadgets: Don’t leave home without this car-friendly tech
With summer here, it’s time to start planning your next road trip. And, whether it’s to see family in the next state, explore somewhere new with friends or embark on that coast-to-coast adventure you always […]
Is it time to de-dox your timeline?
If you know anyone who maintains social media accounts and works in law enforcement, and they don’t use an alias, send them this article. Scratch that. If you know anyone who might be targeted by hackers who […]