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Smart speakers and their respective personal assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant are a convenient way to stream your favorite music, control your smart home gadgets and ask nearly any ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

Amazon Echo (2nd Generation) looks like a sturdy cylinder. At 5.7 inches, it’s shorter than the original Echo. It has the most options for choosing a style. You can get a fabric finish in charcoal, ...

You’ve probably noticed them springing up on your friends’, coworkers’ and even your aunts’ countertops. With seemingly everyone investing in an affordable smart home speaker, the question has ...

Smart speakers come in all shapes and sizes, and if you aren’t looking for a home theater replacement, the tinier the better. And today, their prices match their stature: Amazon is selling the ...