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Can’t Link Spotify to Alexa [5 Fixes to Resolve the Error]

Spotify and Alexa should play nicely with each other, but as with all things in the world of smart home tech, this isn't always the case. There are many settings…

13 Cool Things To Do With the Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max

Whether you have already got one or you are considering purchasing a Google Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max, it is a good idea to learn about some of the…

6 Best Smart Alarm Clocks for Alexa & Google Assistant [UK Guide]

If you’re hoping to make your bedroom smarter, then one of the must-have devices is a smart alarm clock. In this guide, I’ll share all of the devices currently available…

How Much Does Google Home Cost? Is There a Monthly Fee?

If you’re thinking about starting a smart home, the first decision is which ecosystem to base it around. One of the most popular choices (and my go-to choice) is Google…

16 Google Home Routine Ideas

If you have a Google Home or Nest smart speaker in your home, you’ll know just how handy they are for voice commands. But, an often overlooked feature is the…

Does the Echo Dot Need to be Plugged In?

Since introducing an Echo Dot to my house, my opinion of Alexa has been changed for good. This little speaker has a ton of functionality, it can play music, answer…

Best Smart Speakers with Chromecast Built-In

Google’s Chromecast technology has changed the way we play media across devices in our home. Whilst initially limited to Google’s own speakers and the trusty Chromecast Audio, there’s now a…

Full List of Alexa Commands for the UK [with PDF Download]

If you have an Amazon Echo or other Alexa-enabled device in your home, you'll know just how useful Alexa can be. There seems to be a never-ending list of Alexa…

Full List of Alexa Wake Words, Accents, and Celebrity Voices UK

If you’re fed up of the same old Alexa in your home every day, why not mix things up a bit by changing Alexa’s name or the sound of her…

How to Play Music on Google Home Without Subscription

If you’ve got a Google Home or Chromecast-enabled smart speaker, you’ll likely be wondering how to use it for listening to music. Those of you with a music streaming subscription…