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Apple might have a new HomePod for us soon, but is anyone excited for it?
By Hamish Hector published
Apple is reportedly planning to launch the HomePod 2 soon, but will anyone actually want to buy it?

Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) review: still small, now mightier than ever
By Jen Allen last updated
Amazon's most bijou, budget-friendly, ball-shaped smart speaker bounces back to offer even more features for the money.

Matter makes landfall on Amazon Echo as support continues to grow
By Cesar Cadenas published
Part of a first wave of support, you'll be able to control Matter-enabled devices via your bedside Echo speaker.

That was fast: Amazon's 'Alexa thank my driver' tip program is over
By Lance Ulanoff published
Everything you need to know about thanking your Amazon drivers via Alexa

Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (5th gen) review
By Jen Allen published
Refining an already successful smart speaker with some cool extra display options… but how essential is the clock really?

Amazon is tightening its belt and Alexa could feel the squeeze: report
By Lance Ulanoff published
Cost-cutting measures at Amazon might target unprofitable businesses like, reportedly, Alexa.

Alexa vs Google Assistant: which voice assistant is best for your smart home?
By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated
We've rounded up the key differences between Alexa and Google Assistant to determine which is better.

I tried Devialet’s spherical new speaker and it makes Amazon Echo feel like a toy
By Becky Scarrott published
Devialet’s new Mania portable smart speaker boasts 'adaptive cross-stereo', and it's a stunner.
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