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Are smart speakers really safe for children?
By Andrew Hayward last updated
IN DEPTH Should you really put an always-on Echo Dot in your kid's bedroom? We asked experts what they thought.
Amazon Echo (2019) vs Amazon Echo Dot (2019): which Alexa speaker is best for you?
By Olivia Tambini last updated
Updated Amazon has an Echo speaker for every occasion – but which 2019 smart speaker is best for you?
Amazon Echo (2014) review
By Nick Pino, Marc Chacksfield last updated
Updated Amazon Echo isn't an only child any longer – starting next month, there'll be a half-dozen Echo devices to choose from!
Google Assistant is about to get better at taking notes for you
By David Nield last updated
Google Assistant will now work better at managing your lists and notes in other apps, including Google Keep and Any.do.
Amazon Echo Plus (2017) review
By Gerald Lynch last updated
Updated The original Echo Plus is a smart home speaker packing in Alexa voice controls – and a few minor teething problems.
Amazon Echo Dot (2nd Generation) review
By Jon Porter last updated
Updated An inexpensive entry point to the world of Echo and Alexa, the Dot is an exceptionally smart little speaker.
How to set an Alexa Emergency contact on your Echo to help protect a loved one
By Carrie-Ann Skinner published
Using an Amazon Echo to call an emergency contact when you need help is easy when you know how, and could be a lifesaver for some.
The best Alexa Skills and commands 2021: the ultimate in Amazon Echo tips and tricks
By Matt Hanson, Jon Porter last updated
Updated Even if you're an Amazon Echo pro, there are still ways to make Alexa smarter.
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