Smart Speakers

Amazon, Google smart speakers can be hacked by laser 'light commands': Report

Amazon and Google spokespersons reportedly said that they are reviewing this research paper.

Alexa, Google Assistant-powered smart speakers could be used to trick you into divulging personal info

Smart speakers can reportedly be used to extract users' personal information like passwords and other details.

Sony unveils its wireless Alexa-powered smart speaker SRS-XB402M in India at Rs 19,990

The newly launched Sony smart speakers, SRS-XB402M, come with 12 hours of battery life.

Apple acknowledges that Siri listens to 'a small portion' of our conversations

Apple reportedly says that the Siri responses are analysed by contractors for grading purposes.

Amazon retains Alexa voice recordings indefinitely unless users manually delete them

Amazon claims that it uses the transcripts of recordings for training its Alexa voice assistant.

Amazon revamps its Echo Dot Kids Edition with better looks and features

This Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition will come with kids friendly subscription-based service, FreeTime Unlimited.

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for the tech-savvy and the technologically challenged

Whether you love a gamer, gadget-lover, or the technically challenged, we have a gift idea for you!

Verizon to offer free Apple Music subscriptions to some of its top US data plans

Verizon customers with "Beyond Unlimited" and "Above Unlimited" plans will get free Apple Music.

Google Assistant gets flight check-in mode, maps integration, more at CES 2019

Some of these features will initially be limited to the US audience, eventually rolling out to all.

Smart TVs, gaming PCs, folding smartphones and more: What to expect from CES 2019

Also expect more players to announce smart home products & integrations with smart speakers.