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Google Home speakers get mobile calling feature, rolling out to Australia first
By Harry Domanski published
All Telstra customers can now make mobile calls via Google Home smart speakers, with other regions likely to follow.

New Google Home Mini could land as soon as October
By Olivia Tambini published
The Google Nest Home Mini is the reported successor to the Google Home Mini, and it's just been certified by the FCC in the US.

LG's next Google Assistant smart speaker could rival the Amazon Echo Show
By Olivia Tambini published
Four patents reveal plans for new LG smart speakers and smart displays – and with IFA 2019 coming up soon, we could be in for a surprise launch.

Google Home can now talk to you with John Legend's voice
By Olivia Tambini published
The feature appears to be limited to specific interactions – for now, at least.

Google Duo audio calls are coming to Google Home speakers
By Olivia Tambini published
Two users have reportedly been able to place calls on their Google Home speakers using Google Duo.

Panasonic HomeX smart hub wants to control your whole home (fridge included)
By Gerald Lynch published
Panasonic President Kazuhiro Tsuga talks us through the new controller.

Google Home Mini now adds sound effects to your kid's story time
By Nick Pino published
Google has teamed up with Disney to add sound effects to Disney-themed bedtime stories.

Google Home Hub vs Amazon Echo Show
By Olivia Tambini, Henry St Leger published
Google Launch Can the Google newcomer give the updated Amazon Echo Show a run for its money?
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