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Google Assistant can now automatically change passwords
Google Assistant can now automatically change passwords compromised in data breaches.
Sonos may roll out its own voice assistant next month
Sonos Voice will reportedly be available on all S2-compatible smart speakers and soundbars.
Google I/O starts May 11th virtually with a 'limited' in-person audience
Google just announced that its annual I/O developer conference is taking place at the Shoreline Amphitheater on May 11th and 12th with a "limited live audience."
Google Assistant will now cease talking if you simply say 'stop'
You can now get Google Assistant to stop talking with just one word: "Stop."
Volvo is bringing YouTube and Google Home integration to its vehicles
You won't be able to stream videos on the display while the car's moving.
Digital car keys arrive on Pixel 6 and Samsung Galaxy S21
A YouTube Music widget is rolling out on Android 12, along with updates for Google Assistant and Photos.
Google fixes Pixel 6 bug that randomly dialed your contacts
Google has fixed a Pixel 6 flaw that auto-dialed contacts at random.
Google's improved Nest sleep features include audio meditations
Google is upgrading the sleep aids on Nest Hubs with better tracking and even meditation.
Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro review: Solid phones, great software, perfect pricing
Our review of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, complete with benchmark and battery test results, plus camera samples.
Google's original Nest Hub drops to $40 at Best Buy
Google's first-generation Nest Hub smart display is down to $40 in a new Best Buy sale.
American Nest Hub and Hub Max smart displays can now show Spanish text
Starting today, Google is rolling out more robust Spanish language support to Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max devices in the US.
Google is shutting down the Android Auto phone app
Android Auto is best-known as a way to access your phone through a car's dashboard — this lets you easily access Google Maps, music apps and data without needing to use your phone. But for years now, Google has also offered an Android Auto experience directly on a phone, for people who don't have a compatible dashboard unit. More recently, Google has also been working on an "Assistant driving mode" (pictured above) that arrived earlier this year after a few delays. Now that Google Assistant driving mode is finished, though, the company will stop offering the old Android Auto experience on phones running Android 12.
Sonos may be building its own voice assistant
Sonos describes a system that would respond to the phrase “Hey Sonos” and allow users to control music playback, search for songs and move tracks between different speakers in their home.
Google's Nest Hub will display air quality levels as wildfire season continues
Google is updating its Nest Hub displays with a new feature that displays the air quality index (AQI).
Google Assistant has a morning routine for schoolchildren
Google is adding tools to help kids get back to school, including a morning checklist on Nest Hubs and a periodic table in web searches.
Lenovo’s $90 Smart Clock 2 includes a wireless charging pad
Lenovo's Smart Clock 2 offers some improvements for $90. It also comes with a wireless charging pad that's also a nightlight.
Google's $99 Pixel Buds A-Series are now available
You can buy the Pixel Buds A-Series starting today on Google's website, as well as retailers like Best Buy and Walmart.
Latest Android update includes starred messages and more voice controls
Six new updates are coming to Android, including starred Messages and improved Voice Access.
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Pixel Buds A-Series review: Impressive features for $99
Google’s latest true wireless earbuds are a $99 version of the Pixel Buds it debuted in 2020. Surprisingly, the company kept nearly all of the features that made those buds such a good option for users who prefer Google Assistant.
Google Home Max is $150 for the first time since Black Friday
A4C has discounted the smart speaker to $199.95. Using the checkout code “SLICK25,” you can get an additional $49.98 off the Home Max, making it $149.97 before tax and shipping.