Anyone who has a Google smart home set up will likely be able to tell you that Google Assistant isn’t the smartest AI tool in the shed. I have the full rigamarole set up across my house from Google ...

Apple HomeKit and Google Home are two of the best smart home platforms around. HomeKit is tightly regulated by Apple, which allows it to offer a streamlined experience that works flawlessly with all ...

In early October 2025, Google confirmed that the Gemini AI assistant would officially be replacing Google Assistant in its smart home products. This has already been happening with Pixel phones like ...

I've weathered a lot of changes to Google's hardware lineup over the years, but since I picked up my Pixel 2 XL, I've cheerfully stuck by Pixel phones, thanks to their straightforward and bloat-free ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. After a messy start, Google’s Home ecosystem is finally starting to come together. After a messy start, Google’s ...

PCWorld reviews the top smart home products of 2025-26, featuring Google Nest Doorbell with Gemini AI, Lutron Caséta switches, and Philips Hue’s new Bridge Pro supporting over 200 devices. Key ...

If you’re seeking to make your home smarter, odds are you’re in between two smart home ecosystems, Amazon Alexa versus Google Home. Both Amazon Alexa- and Google Assistant-enabled devices can help ...

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