Apple announces second generation $299 Home Pod – but is it too expensive?

Apple has announced its latest, second-generation HomePod smart speaker. Due to go on sale from $299 in February, the futuristic-looking smart speaker not only makes major advancements in acoustics but is also packed with innovations, ranging from advanced Siri capabilities and computational audio to smart home management and automation. Thanks to onboard Siri, the HomePod…

1 in 5 US adults now own Amazon Echo

Smart home technology industry has grown incredibly in the last decade with homes becoming more and more interconnected than ever before. The most popular smart home device by far is the smart speaker, with the Amazon Echo dominating its competitors. According to data presented by Trading Platforms, 20% of Americans surveyed now own an Amazon…