Tag: Google Assistant
Google apologises for not disclosing microphone in Nest Guard security device
Google has apologised to users of its Nest Guard home alarm system after admitting the presence of a microphone in the security device had not been disclosed. The technology giant said an “error” meant the microphone was not included in the specifications for the device, but it was “never intended to be a secret”. The…
CES 2019: This year’s highlights include a foldable smartphone and table tennis robot
The world’s first foldable-screen smartphone and a robot that teaches people to play table tennis are among some of the eye-catching attractions on display as this year's CES tech show. Martyn Landi reports from Las Vegas... More than 180,000 people are expected to visit during the four-day convention, which is hosting the latest gadgets from…
CES 2019: Google Assistant gets smarter with new interpretation and navigation tools
Google Assistant will soon be able to automatically check users into flights and reply to text messages from user voice commands, the tech giant has announced. The technology giant’s artificial intelligence-based virtual assistant is also to get an interpreter mode to help conduct conversations in dozen of languages using both audio and visual cues, Google…
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland enlists Google Assistant for immersive experience
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland visitors will be able to enjoy an immersive new experience on the Big Wheel this year thanks to Google Assistant. The tech giant is adding devices powered by the smart assistant in all 41 pods on the observation wheel, which can be used to play visitors’s favourite Christmas tunes and also…
Polk Audio Introduces Google Assistant Smart Speaker for £179
Hi-Fi brand Polk Audio, an audio company with a 45 plus-year legacy of sound engineering and design, has become the latest manufacturer to announce a smart speaker. Called Polk Assist, this voice-controlled smart speaker incorporates Google Assistant for hands-free help around the house, music streaming and control of your smart home devices. Additionally, with Chromecast…
Nest Hello Video Doorbell now available in UK for £229
Google owned Nest Labs has announced that the Nest Hello video doorbell will be available to buy in Europe from today (May 31st, 2018) Following the lead of Ring with its video doorbell, Nest Hello notifies you when a guest is at the door via your mobile phone, even when you are not at home.…
