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Siri Still Sucks (So Here's How to Work Around It)
It's hard to place your faith in Apple's digital assistant when it gets so much wrong.
What Song is This? 8 Ways to Identify Music You've Heard
There is no shortage of ways to identify a song, whether it's playing on the radio or stuck in your head.
TP-Link's Energy-Monitoring Smart Plug Comes to HomeKit
And it's nearly four times cheaper than the competition.
The Future of Smart Homes Gets Put on Hold With Another Matter Delay
Smart home development will feel pretty stagnant until late 2022.
Smart Home Essentials: The Stuff That's Actually Useful
Don't bother with gadget you don't need---here are the products that are truly essential to a smart home.
Apple Music Will Cost $5 a Month, But You Have to Use Siri
Love Siri? Apple has a new Apple Music plan for you.
How to Set Up and Use "Hey Siri" on iPhone and iPad
Call up Apple's virtual assistant with a simple voice command--no buttons necessary.
How to Silence Siri with Your iPhone's Ring Switch
You can mute Siri with your ringer switch.
How to Control All Your Smart Home Devices in One App
Put all your smart home stuff in one place, no hub required.
Siri is Coming to Ecobee And More This Fall and Apple Embraces Matter Smart Home
Hey Siri, welcome to my smart thermostat.
How to Set an Alarm on Apple Watch
Don't forget your wake-up time. Set an alarm from your wrist!
How to Quickly Set a Timer on Your iPhone or iPad
Set a new timer in just a couple of seconds.
How to Hear Incoming Messages Through AirPods on iPhone or iPad
Have Siri read your incoming messages directly on your AirPods!
How to Launch Google Assistant with Siri
If you prefer Google Assistant for voice commands but you have an iPhone, it's easy to use through Siri with an "Ok Google" command. Here's how to set it up.
Apple's Original HomePod is Dead, Long Live HomePod Mini
After four years of fun, the original HomePod is no more. If you want one, you'd better order it while supplies last.
How to Use a Voice Assistant Without It "Always Listening"
Do you love your voice assistant but wish it wasn't listening all the time? There's an alternative.
How to Trigger a Shortcut With Siri on iPhone
Shortcuts on iPhone are incredibly handy, but they can be even more so if you launch them with your voice using Siri. Here's how to do it.
Is My Smart Speaker Always Listening to Me?
Your smart speaker responds to your every command. Does that mean that it's always listening?
How to Stop Siri from Popping Up on Your Apple Watch
Siri can be a little too eager to help on the Apple Watch. If you keep accidentally activating Siri, here's how to stop it.