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 '.....»»
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.....»»
Apple TV dock, 80 ports over Thunderbolt & more - the best April Fools 2022 jokes
April Fools day is unavoidable if you're online. Here are some of the best jokes and fabrications surrounding Apple and technology.Siri can help you come up with April Fools jokesApple generally doesn't participate in April Fools, though it is the an.....»»
Look out, Siri, the EU is coming for you
The Digital Markets Act, which is still being negotiated, now also targets virtual assistant choice.....»»
Aqara"s new thermostat, iRobot Siri support & more on the HomeKit Insider podcast
This week iRobot updated its Roomba smart vacuums with support for Siri, Aqara introduced a new thermostat, and we reviewed a pair of new Thread-enabled devices on HomeKit Insider.HomeKit InsiderNews was light again since our last episode, with only.....»»
PS5 Gets New Features, Variable Refresh Rate Arriving "In the Coming Months"
A PlayStation 5 system update has added a number of features including voice commands in some regions and new party options.A PlayStation 5 system update has added a number of features including voice commands in some regions and new party options.So.....»»
Got an older Mac? Apple’s Studio Display has some good news
If you want to use Hey Siri on your Mac but find your computer is incompatible with the feature, Apple’s Studio Display might have the solution you need......»»
The Apple Studio Display has a neat feature for old Macs
The Apple Studio Display can enable 'Hey Siri' for older Mac devices that didn't originally support the voice command......»»
The best Roomba name ideas for your robot vacuum
It feels a little weird calling your Roomba "Roomba" when giving commands or talking to it. Try out these stylish names instead!.....»»
Siri, bring me weed
Buying weed on the Apple App Store is getting way easier — and even more competitive.The Apothecarium, a new app on the Apple App Store, lets users in New Jersey and California place orders for pickup for their dispensaries. And, if you live in.....»»
Can the M1 Ultra help improve Homekit and Siri?
The HomePod mini and Siri need an upgrade. Is the new M1 Ultra chip the key to HomeKit's future?.....»»
iOS 15.4 is here and we"re in emoji heaven
Apple released iOS 15.4 for the iPhone and it has updates across AirTags, Siri, emojis, and more......»»
Attackers Can Force Amazon Echos To Hack Themselves With Self-Issued Commands
Academic researchers have devised a new working exploit that commandeers Amazon Echo smart speakers and forces them to unlock doors, make phone calls and unauthorized purchases, and control furnaces, microwave ovens, and other smart appliances. joshu.....»»
Attackers can force Amazon Echos to hack themselves with self-issued commands
Popular “smart” device follows commands issued by its own speaker. What could go wrong? Enlarge / A group of Amazon Echo smart speakers, including Echo Studio, Echo, and Echo Dot models. (Photo by Neil Godwin/Future Publishing via.....»»
Disney+ will get an ad-supported tier later this year
As it stands today, access to Disney+ commands $7.99 per month, or $79.99 per year when paid up front which works out to roughly $6.67 per month. There’s also the Disney Bundle, which consists of Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu (the ad-supported tier) for.....»»
Apple will add fifth US English Siri voice in iOS 15.4
"We work to make the experience feel as personalized as possible," Apple said. Enlarge / The back of the iPhone 13 mini. (credit: Samuel Axon) There are already four American-accented English voices for Siri, but Apple will ad.....»»
How to correct Siri"s pronunciation
As hard as Siri may try, Apple's digital assistant just can't get the hang of some names.As someone with a difficult-to-pronounce last name, I understand. But you can give Siri a helping hand.If you already know that the iPhone's AI struggles with ce.....»»
iOS 15 bug recorded a ‘small portion’ of Siri interactions
A bug in iOS 15 resulted in "many" users being recorded despite having opted out of the service......»»
Apple Says a "Small Portion" of iPhones Recorded Interactions With Siri Even if You Opted Out
Apple has acknowledged an iOS 15 bug that may have recorded interactions with Siri on some devices, regardless of whether the user opted out, according to a report from ZDNet. From a report: The bug automatically enabled the Improve Siri & Dictation.....»»
Nothing Ear 1 gets Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant access
Nothing's excellent $99 Ear 1 wireless earbuds now have something they were missing at launch: Voice assistant access......»»
Garmin’s new D2 Air X10 adds voice controls for $550
In an upgrade to its critically well-received Garmin D2 Air, the new D2 Air X10 lets pilots control Siri or the Google Assistant from their wrists......»»