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Apple’s HomePod gets a screen in HomeView
One part HomePod, another part screen, the Apple HomeView is what happens when the maker of Siri finds a way to connect the AI with your home life.
Nothing’s CMF joins speakers with… milk cartons
Every speaker is a box, a sphere, or a cylinder. But if you want something different, you might want to see the concept from Nothing’s sub-brand on the way.
Sonos updates soundbars, headphones with Ultra
Both the Beam soundbar and Ace headphones are getting a shot of life and some new engineering, as the “Ultra” models enter the fray.
Google Home Speaker reviewed: a difficult conversation
A small size and support for Gemini makes the Google Home Speaker look clever on paper. But that’s before you see the price or try talking to it.
Alexa+ arrives in Australia with more AI at home
Owners of Amazon’s Echo speakers and displays might just get a little more AI at home shortly, provided they pony up for the privilege.
Marshall’s amp-inspired speakers updated for the home
While some speakers go for minimalist looks, Marshall’s latest continue the guitar- and bass-amp vibes with updated innards, now in version IV (that’s 4 for folks playing along at home).
Laser’s Retro Lava Lamp with Bluetooth Speaker reviewed
A retro style and some literal hot wax are something to see in the Laser Retro Lava Lamp and Bluetooth Speaker, a combination that brings the vibes.
Google returns to speakers, adds Gemini to Home
A new Google Home speaker has arrived, but without the Nest moniker from before. What’s new, and is Gemini finally on Google’s smart speakers?
Sonos Play reviewed: a new Era
Not quite big but also not quite small, the Sonos Play is the Goldilocks of speakers: surprisingly just right.
