Can you train a parrot to use Alexa, and should you?
Can parrots use Alexa voice commands to control Echos or even order items? You may be surprised just what these intelligent birds can get away with -- and how......»»
Switzerland is turning the gap between train tracks into a ‘solar carpet’
A startup called Sun-Ways developed a mechanism that can turn unused space between train tracks into a long and narrow solar farm. Solar power is key to a clean energy future, but many people don’t want large-scale solar farms in their backya.....»»
Today’s deals: $3.75 smart plugs, $17.50 Blink Mini cam, Sony headphones, Samsung monitors, more
Tuesday’s top tech deals include some of the biggest discounts we’ve seen in a long time. KMC smart plugs with Alexa and Google Assistant are … The post Today’s deals: $3.75 smart plugs, $17.50 Blink Mini cam, Sony headphones,.....»»
Yeelight releases Matter upgrade for Yeelight Pro bridge to unlock HomeKit compatibility
, a popular smart home vendor, has announced a key upgrade for its Yeelight Pro bridge: Matter compatibility. With the upgrade, Yeelight Pro will work with Apple’s HomeKit, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung’s SmartThings protocol. more… The.....»»
Amazon looks to adapt Alexa to the rise of ChatGPT
For years, Alexa has been synonymous with virtual assistants that can interact with users and do tasks on their behalf......»»
Amazon’s Alexa-Powered smart sunglasses are 30% off this weekend
The Amazon Echo Frames 2 (Polarized) are on sale, just in time for the summer. Keep hands free, eyes safe!.....»»
Amazon releases four new Echo devices & discloses over half-billion sold
On top of trumpeting about a half-billion Alexa devices sold, Amazon has unveiled a fresh collection of Echo devices, including the Echo Pop, Echo Show 5, Echo Show 5 Kids, and Echo Buds for on the go.Amazon releases new Echo devicesThe company is in.....»»
Amazon’s new Echo Pop brings Alexa for $40; Echo Show 5 gets a revamp
Amazon has unveiled a new Echo Pop speaker, and redesigned Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 5 Kids, along with expanding Echo Auto......»»
Meta touts Metaverse"s potential for job training and education
Meta Platforms Inc. is hoping to revive interest in the metaverse by pitching it as a tool to help train workforces, showing the social media giant isn't backing down on its virtual reality ambitions even as artificial intelligence takes center stage.....»»
Daily Deals: M2 Mac mini $499, Apple TV $85, up to 43% off Samsung monitors, more
Today's top bargains include a Dyson Supersonic hair dryer for $280, 27% off an LG NanoCell Alexa Built-in 4K Smart TV, Apple Watches Series 3, 4, and 5 from $85, and $300 off a Canon 4K NDI PTZ camera.Save on Apple AirTags and Apple TVThe AppleInsid.....»»
Alexa Guard vs. Nest Aware: which is the better option?
Alexa Guard and Nest Aware are home security branches of Amazon and Google's smart home ecosystems, but which of the two is the better package? Let us weigh in......»»
GE Lighting launches colorful, customizable rope lights with a built-in microphone
The Dynamic Effects Neon-Shape Smart Lights are compatible with both Alexa and Google Home, and can adjust their performance in real time based on nearby sound......»»
Apple TV has quietly been on board the FAST train all this time
Apple's TV app attempts to be the one place to watch all your things. But will it hop on board the FAST train as Google and Amazon have done?.....»»
As Alexa flounders, Amazon hopes homegrown generative AI can find it revenue
With voice assistants on the brink of death, Amazon targets Alexa large language model. Enlarge / An Amazon Echo Dot. (credit: Amazon) While voice assistants initially seemed to be a convenient, futuristic way to get i.....»»
AI vs. Hollywood: Writers battle “plagiarism machines” in union talks
WGA writers don't want to train AI or clean up AI-generated "sloppy first drafts." Enlarge / An AI-generated image of "an office copy machine in front of a hollywood-style explosion." (credit: Midjourney) The Writers Gui.....»»
Amazon adds iOS setup, Thread support, and more for Matter devices
On Tuesday, Amazon announced that is rolling out a new Matter update for Alexa that includes support for Thread, setup on iOS, and a new version of its Works with Alexa program.Alexa works better with MatterAfter launching as Android-only, Amazon is.....»»
Microsoft could offer private ChatGPT to businesses for “10 times” the normal cost
Product would keep sensitive information from being used to train AI models. Enlarge (credit: Drew Angerer | Getty Images) Microsoft is planning to offer a privacy-focused version of the ChatGPT chatbot to banks, health.....»»
How to type faster on Mac and boost your productivity
Typing is now a part of everyday life, but learning to type faster and be more productive can be frustrating. Here are some Mac-specific tips and software to train you to type better.We are becoming increasingly reliant on computers to complete every.....»»
Amazon is building a ‘more generalized and capable’ LLM to power Alexa, says CEO
Amazon is building a "more generalized and capable" large language model (LLM) to power Alexa, according to CEO Andy Jassy. Amazon is building a "more generalized and capable" large language model (LLM) to power Alexa, according to CEO Andy Jassy.....»»
Alexa vs. Google Home: which smart home platform is best?
Alexa and Google Home are two of the best smart home platforms around, but which one is better for you? Here's a comparison to help you decide......»»
Stability AI launches StableLM, an open source ChatGPT alternative
StableLM's 3B and 7B models are available now on GitHub under CC 4.0 license. Enlarge / An AI-generated image of a "Stochastic Parrot" created by Stability AI. (credit: Benj Edwards / Stability AI / Stable Diffusion XL).....»»