Five unusual ways to stay fit at home
With lockdown measures still in place, a trip to the gym for a workout isn't an option. But there are plenty of fun and engaging ways to burn calories, even if you don't have the 'proper' exercise equipment.
Recovery College Online service provides free soothing music for lockdown anxiety
If you're looking for a musical pick-me-up during lockdown, this free relaxtion music service created in partnership with Northumbria University might be of use
How to make the most of Alexa during lockdown
Alexa can be your helping hand through this difficult time – whether that’s getting the most out of your day, helping you to keep fit, providing entertainment or ‘helping out’...
Are Alexa and Google Assistant spying on us?
At least one in five homes in the UK now contains a smart speaker, according to a government report. But do they have a dark side? We dug deeper to find out.
Is voice control a must-have TV feature?
Voice assistants, whether integrated or via a Google Home or Amazon Echo, are common on 4K TVs, but are they truly useful or a simple gimmick, and is there a big difference between how they work from brand to brand?
Chatterbox: five things you didn’t know you could ask your smart speaker
Whether you’re buying a brand-new smart speaker or looking to get more from your existing home setup, we’ve rounded up some handy voice commands for you to try at home....
Amazon Echo Show 5 vs Lenovo Smart Clock: which smart display should you buy?
The compact Amazon Echo Show 5 and Lenovo Smart Clock aim to be the perfect bedside alarm clocks, with clear screens and great sound quality for music and radio listening. But do they rise to the occasion? Our expert lab tests reveal which one comes out on top.
Update: Apple Music now available on Amazon’s Alexa speakers, but avoid getting a Don’t Buy
Update – 9 April 2019: Apple Music is now available on Amazon’s Echo devices, allowing users full access to Apple’s music streaming service through Alexa voice control. But which are...
Surprising speaker brands topping our tests: are you paying too much for big brands?
Surprise successes and disappointing flops have been revealed in our recent months of audio testing. Plus some remarkable trends have developed, with some lesser-known and unheard-of brands excelling in our...
The smart home tech to look out for in 2019
Smart doorbells, alarm clocks, fridges and more at the Consumer Electronics Show – but is any of this tech worth taking home?