The Verge

JUNE 12, 2021

Amazon’s smallest smart display has gotten the tiniest of refreshes Amazon recently updated a couple of its Alexa-based Echo Show smart displays. The single speaker inside the wedge design gets surprisingly loud and puts out more bass than expected for its size, but it won’t as easily fill a room with sound.

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APRIL 3, 2022

For example, accepting gifts of stock by opening a brokerage account, accepting Venmo donations, accepting cryptocurrency , and accepting donations from Alexa (Amazon devices). Help edit or review grant proposals and grant reports. It’s easier than it sounds. Then help implement these tools.

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The Verge

APRIL 6, 2021

The tiny, lightweight speaker has a ton of functionality, but don’t expect sound quality miracles The Sonos Roam is the most focused, calculated product from Sonos yet. For this review, I’ll keep it simple and focus on speakers that resemble the Roam in size. You can use either Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant with the built-in mics.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Google’s latest smart speaker has good sound and an attractive price Four years is an eternity in the modern tech product world, but that’s exactly how long it’s been since Google’s first smart speaker, the Google Home , was released. Still, the Nest Audio’s shape is hard to describe without accidentally sounding pejorative.

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The Verge

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The new Show is the first smart display that can follow you around Since its inception in 2015, Amazon’s Alexa virtual assistant has always been a disembodied digital form trapped in a box of electronics. Alexa behaves in the same way on all of them: you ask it to do something, then it provides a polite response and does that thing.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 14, 2020

It supports Alexa and Google Assistant voice assistants. My colleague Dan Seifert reviewed this model , and he noted that whether the Move was plugged in or running off its battery, the sound didn’t lose its punch — even when used outside. To switch between the modes, just tap a button on the back of the Move.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Despite its age, we still think it’s a great little smart speaker for the price, with decent sound and plenty of functionality thanks to Amazon’s Alexa. Read our review. Although they offer great mic quality on calls, Alexa is limited on phones, and they don’t work on multiple devices. Read our review. Halo deals.

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The Verge

JULY 9, 2021

Its volume more than fills a room, and it sounds great in all orientations with booming bass. The excellent sound is thanks to speakers embedded in the hinge that always face you, no matter which way you use the 9i. To complement the sound, the 9i has a very nice 1080p touch display with accurate details and colors.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Unlike AirPods Pro or Bose’s QuietComfort Earbuds, these noise-canceling buds can pair with two devices at once Over the last several years, Jabra’s true wireless earbuds have consistently earned positive reviews and are often at the top of recommendation lists for people who aren’t interested in Apple’s AirPods.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Of course, it does everything other Echo displays and speakers do, thanks to the presence of Amazon’s smart voice assistant, Alexa. This includes playing music, showing weather reports, streaming video, controlling smart home gadgets, telling fart jokes, all the stuff you’ve come to rely on Alexa for.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Sure, they don’t always knock it out of the park: while the company’s $20 security cam put an entire industry on notice, we ultimately decided the barebones $20 Wyze Watch was too much a work-in-progress to give it a review. Heck, they almost make the same sound flipping open and closed. Wyze Buds Pro vs. Apple AirPods Pro.

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Mashable Tech

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This budget-friendly speaker comes with everything you need to fill your house with sweet sounds and use Alexa voice control without the big price tag. Or if you already have a suite of Echo devices and are looking to add a little more Alexa to your home." Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Pop $29.99 Save $10.00

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The Verge

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The 3rd Gen model , released in 2018, has proven to be an excellent little smart speaker, and with Amazon’s frequent and aggressive sales, you can pick one up for a song, making it easy to put the Alexa voice assistant in every room of your home. It also provides slightly better sound performance from the same 1.6-inch

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The Verge

JUNE 4, 2020

Whereas the $399 Beam was aimed squarely at the massive market of people looking to upgrade the dull, lackluster sound coming from their TV speakers, the $799 Arc represents the pinnacle of what Sonos can do in the living room. This is what makes it feel like sound is happening all around you instead of just coming from in front or behind.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 18, 2025

Boses Ultra Open Earbuds, meanwhile, lead a burgeoning category of hearables that let in outside sound instead of tuning you out, with a comfy design that clips to the side of the ear. The glasses amplify sounds in front of the wearer using beamforming technology to make conversations easier and eliminate distractions from ambient noises.

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Mashable Tech

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Not to mention, its reengineered microphone array makes for better Alexa responsiveness and its AZ2 Neural Edge processor makes for a speedier experience overall. They don't offer noise cancellation or the most comfortable fit, but they sound great, last for up to 20 hours, and seamlessly pair with your other Alexa gadgets.

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Mashable Tech

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Get Deal If you're looking for a portable speaker that actually sounds good, check out the Ultimate Ears Megaboom 4. It can pump out tunes for up to 20 hours on a full charge, is virtually indestructible thanks to IP67 waterproofing, and packs a full range driver for powerful 360-degree sound with balance, clarity, and impressive bass.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 8, 2021

And the two products go tit for tat in their core video and audio streaming features despite the older model often being discounted; at the time of this review, the regular Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for $33.99. And you also get a newer Alexa voice remote in the box with app shortcuts and a handy shortcut to live TV programming.

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

In terms of apps, the A8H has access to the Android TV catalog and offers voice control via Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple AirPlay2. They sound decent enough, too, and pair effortlessly with iOS devices thanks to Apple’s integrated W1 chip.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Read our review. It’s far superior to its predecessor, with a loud and rich sound we praised. In our review , we called the small smart speaker a great upgrade over the last-gen Home Mini, one that sounds far better. Read our review. Read our full review. Read our review. There’s more!

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The Verge

APRIL 4, 2022

The second-gen model may lack some of the more convenient features found in today’s earbuds, notably wireless charging and multi-point Bluetooth connectivity, but they remain superior to the original AirPods when it comes to battery life and sound quality. Read our review. Read our review. Read our Elden Ring review.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The Nest Hub Max, at $229, is pricier, but just plain does more, which is reflected in our review score. Amazon’s Echo Show also reviews well for its good display, sound, and Alexa support, but doesn’t yet have support for Zoom, and it’s not clear when that’ll be coming. Image: Google.

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The Verge

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

According to 9to5Google , the functionality is rolling out with firmware version 0.6700.1.86, and also supports Amazon’s Alexa in addition to both mobile OS’s native voice assistants. Alexa, play "Nothing Else Matters" Yeah, it's time to say hey to Google and Siri. . Nothing (@nothing) February 7, 2022.

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

They’re consistent, they’re reliable, and they sound quite good for the price After establishing a strong reputation with great, dependable earbuds like the Elite 75t, Jabra is overhauling its whole lineup with three new models. The Elite 3s don’t sound like $80 earbuds, and I mean that in the best possible way.

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The Verge

JULY 31, 2021

The bright LED panels also work with all the major smart home platforms, and can cycle through a number of preset colors or respond to sound when in “Rhythm Mode,” a feature that’s just as suited for the ambient noise outside your bedroom as your favorite record. Read our review. Read our review. Read our review.

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

In our review — which was based on a similar configuration — we dubbed the high-quality budget laptop “the first premium Pavilion,” namely because it comes with features typically found in more premium Windows devices, such as 10-hour battery life. Comfortable and stylish, we found the headphones offer detailed, bass-rich sound.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 4, 2025

As Mashable's reviewer writes, "The iPad Pro has mind-blowing endurance on a single charge. Read our full review of the Apple iPad Pro. If you're looking for a simple, yet powerful all-in-one sound system, the Fire TV Soundbar Plus is a solid pick. It's only 0.21 That's why it's our top iPad pick for professionals. Save $50.00

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The Verge

MARCH 29, 2021

My colleague Dan Seifert reviewed this new model recently, saying “Alexa in the new Echo Show 10 is largely the same Alexa you get on the prior Echo Show and every other Alexa-powered smart display. I own these, and I’ve found the sound quality to be delightful for the price, and the controls are simple enough to learn.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

While careful users still need to review and edit the writing, it will soon be a game-changer in terms of helping to draft emails, write memos, and generate reports. Sound Monitoring – There are many ways to tell if a plane or truck needs to be fixed, including visual inspection, time since last maintenance, odometer readings, etc.

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The Verge

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

It maxes out at 1080p video resolution, but offers support for modern tricks like HDR and Dolby Atmos surround sound. You attach a Micro USB cable to it for power, toss some batteries in the Alexa voice remote, and you’re off and running. It’s still a matte black stick that plugs into one of your TV’s HDMI ports.

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The Verge

MARCH 9, 2021

With dimensions like that, the big question is whether the Roam can live up to the reputation Sonos has established for good sound quality. It does this by using the built-in mics, which are also there for the purpose of hands-free Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands.) Another neat Roam trick is called Sound Swap.

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The Verge

AUGUST 13, 2021

For those who can afford to throw cash at something that sounds great A $1,300 soundbar doesn’t have much room for compromises. All in, the bundle of products I reviewed would cost $2,349.97 In terms of sound performance, the HT-A7000 ranks up there with the very best Atmos soundbars. for 200W or $699.99 for 300W ). before tax.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Unsurprisingly, Ring integrates very well with Amazon’s Alexa, and can be set as the default security system for Alexa Guard , which turns your Echo speakers into security sensors that can listen for the sound of glass breaking or smoke alarms going off. Ring’s sensors can be used as triggers for Alexa Routines.

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The Verge

JULY 23, 2021

Apple MagSafe Battery Pack review: convenience over capacity. OnePlus Nord 2 review: focused on the essentials. Amazon will let devs compete for your Echo Show’s screen and everything else Alexa just added. Amazon will let devs compete for your Echo Show’s screen and everything else Alexa just added.

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The Verge

APRIL 19, 2021

Private listening remains a huge convenience, though other platforms like the Chromecast with Google TV, Fire TV, and Apple TV support Bluetooth earbuds to achieve the same end result; if you need to keep a room quiet but still want to enjoy a show or movie, you can have your own private bubble of sound without disturbing others.

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The Verge

JULY 16, 2021

Read our review. Apple’s pint-sized answer to the Echo Dot and Google Nest Mini still produces good sound for its size, though, and Siri remains a viable alternative to Alexa and Google Assistant, despite lagging behind when it comes to features and functionality. Read our review. Read our hands-on review.

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Alexa and the Google Assistant aren’t quite ready either, to be fair, but they’re both much further along that path than Siri is. That sounds great, but my advice is to start talking sooner rather than later. Microsoft Surface Duo review: double troubles. My review of the Surface Duo, along with a video I’m really proud of.

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