The Best Smart Home Systems: Unify and Automate Your Devices
Dec 2, 2024 · (Image credit: Amazon) Amazon Alexa. Amazon’s Alexa digital assistant appeared on the original Amazon Echo smart speaker in 2014, and has since spread its wings to a plethora of speakers and other devices. You’ll get the best Alexa experience if you use a native Amazon Echo speaker, but Alexa now also appears on a host of gadgets without the Amazon label as …
Unbiased Smart Home Reviews and Expert Opinions - The Ambient
Jan 6, 2025 · Get the best smart home news, reviews, and recommendations. Stay informed about the latest gadgets and innovations in home automation.
Amazon Music Unlimited guide: Everything to know about the …
Nov 25, 2024 · No surprise, Amazon's music service gels nicely with Alexa and HD is now standard. Amazon Music Unlimited can sometimes be portrayed as an also-ran in the music streaming wars – it’s not quite got the brand clout of Spotify or the style of Apple Music but, with 100 million songs on offer, and more than 55 million users, it certainly has the music clout to …
Roborocks compared: S8, S7, S6, MaxV, Ultra, Pro, Plus ... - The …
Nov 28, 2024 · The Roborock S Series. Roborock’s S Series is where its flagships and top-dogs live. The original Roborock S model, which actually wore Xiaomi branding, went live in 2016 and the Roborock S4 was one of the first robo cleaners we reviewed here on The Ambient, back in 2019.. The S Series is known for their advanced features and powerful performance, with …
Enhance Your Home with NFC Tag Smart Home Ideas - The Ambient
Oct 16, 2024 · (Image credit: The Ambient) 4. Setting the mood for movie night. Keep an NFC tag near your TV or AV unit and, with one tap, you can dim the lights, close the blinds, and turn on your TV to the correct HDMI input, so that you’re all …
Philips Hue tips and tricks: 21 secrets for mastering your smart lights
Dec 13, 2024 · (Image credit: The Ambient) 6. Use an Amazon Echo Plus, Echo Show or new Echo as a hub. The Amazon Echo Plus was the first Alexa smart speaker to come with a Zigbee hub built in. That connectivity has also been added to some Show models, including the 3rd-gen Echo Show 10, 3rd-gen Show 8, 4th-gen 2020 Echo and the Echo Hub as well.. With these …
Sonos Roam 2 vs Roam: What's the difference? - The Ambient
Nov 13, 2024 · Here’s how the Sonos Roam 2 compares to the original Roam, what’s changed and what remains the same. Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Sonos has been busy in 2024.
Govee Strip Light 2 review - The Ambient
Oct 1, 2024 · The Govee Strip Light 2 Pro is a serious upgrade for anyone looking to take their smart home lighting to the next level. With advanced color blending technology, comprehensive app and voice controls, and dynamic scene effects, it ticks all the boxes for flexibility, performance, and smart home integration.
Sky Glass and Sky Stream tips: 14 tricks you should know
Dec 19, 2024 · Get the most out of your Sky Glass or Sky Stream . Sky launched Sky Glass way back in 2021 so it’s been around for a few years now – and in that time it’s seen a number of updates and improvements that have enhanced its experience. Sky Stream, meanwhile, arrived on the scene in 2022. It’s a streaming device that plugs into your TV via HDMI, giving you …
Roborock Cleaning Solution Guide: Enhance Your Robo Cleaning
Oct 21, 2024 · Alternative cleaning solutions for Roborock. If you want to explore alternatives to the official Roborock Floor Cleaning Solution you should do so at your own risk… if your Roborock stops working and you you want a replacement you will possibly void the warranty if you try any of these suggestions.. I’d advise using them sparingly to avoid damage to the Roborock’s water …