The next major Prime Day event, officially titled Big Deal Days, is scheduled for October 8th and 9th, but Amazon has just released a bunch of early smart home deals for those of us who don't want to wait. I'm talking about up to 58% off Amazon devices, from the cute little Echo Pop smart speaker…
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Google spotted testing ‘verified’ check marks for websites in Search
What you need to knowGoogle recently confirmed that it has started a small test in Search, involving verified checkmarks for websites.The test shows that hovering over the icon explains that the website in question is true and "verified."Google rolled out BIMI indicators (blue markers) in Gmail 2023 to fight against phishing emails and other online…
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As Android innovation grows, has Apple lost its touch?
Beyond the Alphabet(Image credit: Nicholas Sutrich / Android Central)Beyond the Alphabet is a weekly column that focuses on the tech world both inside and out of the confines of Mountain View.Much to the chagrin of some of those in the Android space, Apple has largely been considered the "measuring stick" for both hardware and software.…
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Samsung to empower SmartThings with ‘Home Insight’ and Edge AI tech
What you need to knowSamsung highlighted a few updates on the way for SmartThings and consumers' smart homes.SmartThings will pick up "Home Insight" in October, bringing several key optimization features and suggestions for activities.Edge AI will debut in the SmartThings Hub alongside a stronger integration with SmartThings and YouTube Music.Samsung's Developer Conference (SDC 2024) highlighted…
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