In the decade-plus since Amazon introduced its line of Echo smart speakers, we've been using "Alexa" to address them. It's the default wake word, and soon, as Alexa+, will be the name that marks its ...

Amazon's new line of Echo devices, launched at its event in New York City, will feature Alexa Plus integration, upgraded functionality and sound quality. The lineup includes four speakers: the Echo ...

Are you looking to get an Amazon Alexa speaker? Right now is the best time, as most Echo smart speakers are heavily discounted to prices we haven’t seen since Amazon Prime Day. This is kind of a fire ...

This article is part of Gizmodo Deals, produced separately from the editorial team. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on the site. Reading time 2 minutes The Echo Spot is the ...

Amazon's new Echo Studio is one of two speakers that allow you to use Alexa Home Theater to its full potential. (Billy Steele for Engadget) When Amazon’s latest Echo speakers arrived in October, a ...

This article is part of Gizmodo Deals, produced separately from the editorial team. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on the site. Reading time 2 minutes Looking for an affordable ...

Look out for the free Echo update. Your Amazon Echo speaker can now keep an eye on your home while you’re away. A new feature called Alexa Guard lets your speaker listen for signs of danger while ...

The Echo Pop and HomePod mini are radically different products. Both are smart speakers — allowing you to listen to music or chat with a voice assistant — but that’s about where the similarities end.

TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment.