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People are using their Alexa speakers as glorified timers, and it's cost Amazon $25 billion – but is AI the answer?
By Cat Ellis published
The company sold devices at a loss, hoping people would use them to shop online, but the strategy didn't work.
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The best smart speaker 2024
By Josephine Watson last updated
Updated The best smart speakers with Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant are ideal for homes – but which one is right for you?
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Amazon Echo Spot (2024) review: more smart alarm than speaker
By Josephine Watson published
Amazon revisits its popular Echo Spot product line with a new iteration based on customer feedback – but has it really learned its lesson?
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Echo Spot (2017) vs Echo Spot (2024): how do the old and new Amazon Alexa smart speakers compare?
By David Nield published
See how the new Echo Spot stacks up against the old (and now discontinued) Echo Spot in our comprehensive guide.
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The best Apple HomePod prices and deals for July 2024
By Alex Whitelock last updated
Sorry, Alexa. Siri's coming home.
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The best cheap Amazon Echo deals and sales for July 2024
By Mackenzie Frazier published
Amazon Echo deals for the smart speaker range are never far away. We're here to make sure you don't overpay for an Alexa speaker.
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How to set up an Amazon Echo: top tips for your new Alexa speaker
By David Nield last updated
Here's a beginner's guide to getting started with a new Amazon Echo smart speaker.
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The best Alexa Skills and commands: the most useful voice assistant tips and tricks
By Rowan Davies published
Even if you're an Amazon Echo pro, there are still ways to make Alexa smarter.
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