One PS editor tested the Google Nest Audio Speaker and loves how simple it is to use for beginners, making it a great gift — read her review here.

Alexa is a cost-effective option that's compatible with most smart products. Devices like the Echo Dot offer an affordable ...

Of course, we have plenty of other picks on the page, for smart speakers that work with Alexa, Google Assistant ... all the other devices in your smart home.

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Google Home. Over time, the product line evolved, eventually leading to the launch of the Google Nest Audio in 2020. This device embodied a smart tool's qualities, offering a host of impressive ...

The Google Home extension in the Gemini app is adding a few new features, in addition to letting you adjust your smart lighting, thermostat, speakers, and other compatible devices as long as they ...

The latest version of the Nest Hub with Google services arrived in 2021, and it's a great entry point for the category. It's ...