How to use back-to-back commands with Siri in iOS 17
Siri can perform many different requests, but for each one, you need to repeatedly summon them. In iOS 17, you can issue back-to-back commands in one session. Here's how.Activating Siri"Now you can issue back-to-back commands without needing to say '.....»»
NY State is Giving Out Hundreds of Robots as Companions For the Elderly
The state of New York will distribute robot companions to the homes of more than 800 older adults. From a report: The robots are not able to help with physical tasks, but function as more proactive versions of digital assistants like Siri or Alexa --.....»»
Siri visits Couples Therapy star Dr. Orna Guralnik in sketch for web accessibility company
A two-minute video sketch (below) in which Siri visits Couples Therapy star Dr. Orna Guralnik is the basis of an ad for web accessibility company Userway. It’s the second time that Siri voice actor Susan Bennet has starred in an ad for the company.....»»
Engineers Investigating NASA"s Voyager 1 Telemetry Data
The engineering team with NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft is trying to solve a mystery: The interstellar explorer is operating normally, receiving and executing commands from Earth, along with gathering and returning science data. But readouts from the p.....»»
This 50-inch TV with Fire TV and Alexa is $340 at Best Buy
The 50-inch Amazon Omni Series 4K TV, which features built-in microphones to listen to your voice commands, is currently on sale from Best Buy at $160 off......»»
Hackers are actively exploiting BIG-IP vulnerability with a 9.8 severity rating
Flaw in widely used gear from F5 executes root commands, no password necessary. Enlarge Researchers are marveling at the scope and magnitude of a vulnerability that hackers are actively exploiting to take full control of netw.....»»
Apple Car self-driving could take cues from Siri and iPhone input
Earlier this week, it was revealed that Apple has hired Desi Ujkashevic, a former Ford executive, to join the efforts of the Apple Car project. Since then, questions continue to arise on whether or not the ‘Apple Car’ will become a real thing. .....»»
Apple Car"s Siri could choose destinations, then ask user where to park
Apple is investigating how an Apple Car could interpret voice commands with an outgrowth of Siri technology, automatically decide where best to drive the user in response, and then ask for more details about where to park.You've already lost the abil.....»»
‘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......»»
How to find the hidden Apple Music sleep timer on iPhone and iPad
Curious about how to set Apple Music sleep timers but haven’t noticed the feature in the app? Follow along for how to get the functionality on iPhone and iPad as well as using the feature with Siri and apps like YouTube. more… The post How to f.....»»
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.....»»
EU antitrust bill could force Apple to make sweeping changes to Siri, App Store & More
Apple may be forced to make major changes to its App Store and other services like Messages and FaceTime, according to a leaked version of a European Union proposal.EU flagsThe proposal is the Digital Markets Act, which will implement various restric.....»»
TIDAL is the latest music streaming service to add Siri integration, here’s how it works
TIDAL finally announced the long-awaited Siri integration. Starting now, subscribers to the music streaming service can ask Apple’s personal assistant to play songs, playlists, albums, and more on the platform. Here’s what you need to know about.....»»
Tidal adds Siri support, but not for HomePod mini
Music streamer Tidal has added Siri integration for subscribers using iPhones, yet the same users can't control the service by voice on HomePod mini.Since SquareSpace bought Tidal in 2021, it has added offline playback for Apple Watch users. Now it'.....»»
Apple"s Privacy Rules Leave Its Engineers in the Dark
Privacy is one of the selling points of Apple products. But for employees who develop these products, it can be a pain. The Information: Apple doesn't collect a lot of customer data from its services, including Apple Maps, the Siri voice assistant an.....»»
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......»»
Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra review: A Siri-controlled vacuum to clean & mop your home
The new Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra is the all-in-one cleaning companion your home deserves. Siri Shortcuts enabled verbose voice control so this robot can mop and vacuum your home before cleaning itself after.The new Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra and docking st.....»»
How to use Google Assistant’s quick phrases
Not a fan of having to say, “Hey Google” whenever you need Google Assistant? Did you know that for certain features and commands, you can actually skip it? Here’s how. The post How to use Google Assistant’s quick phrases first appeared on Pha.....»»
Siri testing ‘how gullible people are’ with April Fools’ True or False Game
Apple is getting in on April Fools’ Day subtly with a hidden Siri easter egg. While we’ve seen clever responses to questions for Apple’s virtual assistant on April 1 in the past, this year the Siri trivia game is aiming to check “how gullibl.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: How to make any curtains Siri-controlled with SwitchBot and Homebridge
Over the past few months, I’ve been exploring many of the various use cases around Homebridge through the all in one box. I have devices that can run Homebridge, but I like the streamlined approach of not needing to manage the nitty-gritty softwa.....»»