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The next Google Nest Wifi router is tipped to get a Wi-Fi 6 upgrade
By David Nield published
Google hasn't updated its mesh networking hardware for a few years, but it sounds as though that might be about to change.

A bigger, cheaper HomePod may have been revealed in iOS 16 – and I’m here for it
By Becky Scarrott published
Apple unveiled iOS 16 at its annual WWDC event, and within it there's proof of a fresh Apple 'audio accessory' listed directly after the HomePod mini.

Apple TV 4K and HomePod owners should do this update right now
By Becky Scarrott published
Apple's tvOS 15.5.1 can now be yours – and it contains a big bug fix for HomePod, HomePod mini and Apple TV.

We could see a new Apple HomePod before the end of 2022
By David Nield last updated
A significant source of Apple news says that an updated smart speaker is likely to arrive before too long.

Amazon Echo vs Apple HomePod vs Google Nest: which smart speaker is the best?
By Becca Caddy last updated
Versus Amazon Echo, Apple HomePod and Google Nest smart speakers battle it out in this guide to the best connected speaker for you and your home.

This unknown Alexa feature on Amazon Echo means I no longer make calls on my smartphone
By Carrie-Ann Skinner published
Making calls on an Amazon Echo is a great alternative to using a smartphone on speakerphone, and the calls are free of charge

Siri slip-up may have leaked Apple's plans for a HomePod 2 with a screen
By Hamish Hector published
Homepod users have reported getting a cryptic response from Siri that suggests a HomePod 2 with display could be in the works.

Amazon Echo gets new Adaptive Volume controls so Alexa can cut through the noise
By Hamish Hector last updated
Amazon has added new Adaptive Volume controls to its Echo speakers in the US so Alexa can make itself louder when it gets noisy.
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