• Same Siri.  New (and Cheaper) HomePod.  But Will You Buy it?

    Same Siri. New (and Cheaper) HomePod. But Will You Buy it?

    We are all painfully aware that the Apple HomePod hasn’t exactly been successful.  Interestingly enough, the HomePod had some strong reviews, praising its incredible sound quality.  But, in recent months, consumers have gravitated towards Apple’s rival offerings – like Amazon and Google.  While the HomePod is intended to integrate seamlessly with your other Apple devices,…

  • Smart Devices Can Hear Subliminal Messages from Music that Humans Can’t

    Smart Devices Can Hear Subliminal Messages from Music that Humans Can’t

    When it comes to technology, nothing should surprise you.  Nothing surprises me these days.  Which is why, when I learned what a group of students was doing, it didn’t phase me.  Is it highly troubling?  It certainly is, but it doesn’t surprise me.  In a New York Times report, a group of students from the…

  • 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…