• Lost the Remote? No Worries – Alexa can control Verizon FiOS

    Lost the Remote? No Worries – Alexa can control Verizon FiOS

    If you don’t have a smart speaker (of some sort) by now, you’re living in the dark ages.  I truly mean that.  Even my mother finds them useful.  I am not making that statement to sound like I’m shaming you.  These devices are truly incredible and can do things to make your life easier and…

  • More Smart Spakers on the Market Using Google Assistant and Alexa

    More Smart Spakers on the Market Using Google Assistant and Alexa

    Samsung-owned Harman International has just announced three new JBL Link Speakers, each with a voice activated speaker with Google Assistant built in. The company also revealed the Harmon Kardon Allure, which is an Alexa-enabled smart speaker with 360 degree sound.  Which sounds a lot like what Sony announced just the other day.  The Link speakers…

  • You Can Now Find Alexa in Ecobee Thermostats and Light Switches

    You Can Now Find Alexa in Ecobee Thermostats and Light Switches

    This is good news for Amazon.  The company Ecobee is integrating Alexa into their thermostats and light switches.  Which is also good news for consumers.  Right?  In theory, yes.  It will give consumers the ability to have a smart home, that’s integrated with artificial intelligence.  But is that always a good thing?  On one hand,…