Since launching in 2014, Alexa has grown far beyond its original role as a simple voice assistant for music and reminders.

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I wanted voice control in my home without giving access to Amazon or Google. Assist, a local voice assistant, runs entirely offline on my Home Assistant Raspberry Pi 5.

If you don't want to do any of that, you can even use the tablet as a hub for our smart home devices, as it allows for voice and in-app control for your lights, thermostat, cameras, and more.

Google heralds the end of Google Assistant in the smart home. From October, "Gemini for Home" will land on Nest devices.

Storms like Hurricane Erin threaten damage, but setting up your home's locks and security system can improve your safety.

Google has introduced Gemini for Home, which will eventually replace the existing Google Assistant on speakers and displays. Read ...