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......»»
Sonos unveils Apple Music voice control without Alexa or Assistant, budget ‘Ray’ AirPlay 2 soundbar
After being leaked back in April, Sonos has officially launched its new soundbar. The Ray comes as its most affordable home theater speaker priced at $279 and is more compact than the Beam or full-sized Arc. Sonos has also announced its own “Voice.....»»
Sonos launches voice assistant, but it won"t rival Alexa
Sonos is launching Voice Control for its speakers, but it won't be an Alexa or Google Assistant rival......»»
How visual effects created Snowpiercer’s frozen world
FuseFX studio's visual effects supervisor on the TNT series Snowpiercer explains how his team created the frozen world outside the train's windows......»»
Tesla sues thermal engineer for allegedly stealing secrets of “Dojo” supercomputer
"Dojo" supercomputer will train neural networks that power self-driving software. Enlarge / Yatskov worked near Tesla's headquarters in Fremont, California. (credit: Michael Vi / Getty) Tesla on Friday sued a former thermal en.....»»
Watch this: can you spot what’s weird about this unreal train station?
A mind-blowing glimpse of the future, this video of a Japanese train station has a secret that you may not initially notice......»»
NASA Needs Your Help Building a VR Mars Simulator
Iamthecheese writes: The Mars XR Operations Support System is a virtual environment making use of [Epic Games'] Unreal Engine 5. [NASA is seeking to gather contributions to "replicate the harsh conditions of Mars in order to better train the next gen.....»»
Google Nest cameras will now play nicely with Amazon’s Alexa devices
In a little change made by Google, it now appears that the company’s Nest series of cameras will play nicely with Amazon’s Alexa powered devices. The post Google Nest cameras will now play nicely with Amazon’s Alexa devices first appeared on Ph.....»»
Alexa voice data sold for advertising, Ive"s exit from Apple, and more on the AppleInsider podcast
On this week's AppleInsider Podcast, your hosts talk about how developers can apply to attend WWDC in-person, examine a YouTuber's behind-the-scenes look at Apple's Fitness+ studio, discuss Amazon's sale of Alexa voice data to over 40 advertising par.....»»
‘Hey Sonos’: Smart speaker maker is launching its own version of Siri
Forget Alexa and Google Assistant, as Sonos is preparing to announce its proprietary voice assistant that will be introduced within the next few weeks. It will let customers control music on the company’s home audio platform. more… The post .....»»
Alexa, May the Fourth be with you
From trivia and jokes to Easter eggs and more, here are some fun commands to give Alexa in honor of Star Wars Day 2022......»»
Amazon might be using Alexa to send you targeted ads
In a recently published report, Amazon is claimed to have used Alexa to serve targeted ads......»»
The best free movies on YouTube right now (May 2022)
Catch the Train To Busan, escape the Cube, and discover The Secret of Nimh this month with the best free movies on YouTube!.....»»
Ultra-powerful Dreametech Z10 Pro robot vacuum hit a new all-time low price
Amazon is running some great deals this week on Roomba robot vacuums. For example, the beloved Roomba 694 with Alexa is down to just $179.99. If you just want a low-cost entry-level model for quick cleanups, that’s a great option. But neither o.....»»
Researchers Find Amazon Uses Alexa Voice Data To Target You With Ads
A report released last week contends that Amazon uses voice data from its Echo devices to serve targeted ads on its own platforms and the web. The Verge reports: he report, produced by researchers affiliated with the University of Washington, UC Davi.....»»
Report: Amazon and third parties use Alexa voice data for ads while Siri respects privacy
A new study digging into how Amazon uses Alexa voice recordings from its customers has concluded that the company and third parties leverage the audio to deliver targeted ads directly on Echo smart speakers as well as the web. That’s in contrast t.....»»
Alexa can now tell you when a package is delivered
Thanks to a new update, Amazon Alexa can detect the presence of a person or a package through compatible cameras or video doorbells......»»
Innolux to showcase innovative display solutions at Touch Taiwan 2022
Innolux will showcase in-house-developed innovative display solutions, including electronic paper (e-paper) displays, smart liquid crystal windows, train-use displays and advanced automotive displays, at the Touch Taiwan 2022 during April 27-29......»»
How to connect MyQ Garage with Alexa
If you have a MyQ smart garage system, you can make it even smarter! Learn how to connect Alexa to your smart garage via IFTTT and issue voice commands......»»
Huawei P50 Pro vs Huawei P40 Pro: genuine flagship alternatives
Had enough of riding the Google train? Huawei has a pair of flagships you should consider......»»
Alexa launches Grow a Tree Skill for Earth Day
Amazon teams up with One Tree Planted to help Alexa users easily donate money to the reforestation charity organization......»»