Google Gemini for Home is rolling out in the US — here’s how to get early access
Google smart home users in the US can now get an early taste of the new Gemini for…
How to Set Up a Google Home Security System: Best Cameras, Doorbells, and Other Devices
There’s no need for an expensive, professionally installed home security system for a little peace of mind. You…
Neato’s cloud is shutting down, leaving its robovacs stuck in manual mode
Two years after US-based Neato Robotics closed up shop in 2023, its robot vacuum cleaners have reached the…
Apple’s reportedly close to acquiring talent from ‘ambient AI’ startup Prompt AI.
Posted Oct 10, 2025 at 11:29 PM UTC Apple’s reportedly close to acquiring talent from ‘ambient AI’ startup…
The Week in Playback: The Smart Home Has a New AI Assistant Join the Fold
Welcome back to the week in Playback! After a brief hiatus due to medical issues regarding yours truly…
Amazon reveals its new Echo Dot Max smart speaker
Amazon took the wraps off its latest Echo Dot smart speaker during its fall hardware event on Tuesday.…
The Blink security camera app is down, but Amazon is working on it
The app for Amazon’s Blink security cameras is experiencing an issue that’s preventing users from accessing their cameras,…
Samsung’s latest Galaxy earbuds come with a free Galaxy SmartTag2 tracker
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 FE were released earlier this month for $149.99. The company hasn’t yet knocked down…
Gear News of the Week: Nothing’s Latest Earbuds, Amazon’s Hardware Event, and a New Free VPN
Nothing has a new pair of earbuds for you: the Ear 3. These AirPods-style buds cost $179 and…
Samsung brings new Sound Tower speakers with custom lights to Australia
Samsung has unveiled its latest Sound Tower range, which will be released in Australia in 2026, incorporating new…
Amazon announces fall hardware event
Amazon has sent out invitations to its annual fall hardware event, where it traditionally launches a slew of…
What’s next for Apple after the iPhone 17?
We only just put Apple’s iPhone 17 launch event behind us, but Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman is already glancing…