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The Latest Breaking News from Google Assistant

Google Assistant is slated to ditch 17 features in the coming weeks

Google will remove the ability to reschedule events and more from Assistant, although the deprecation date is unknown.

TechRadar

ChatGPT may be plotting to replace Google Assistant on your Android phone, ahead of its landmark bot store launch

It looks as though ChatGPT wants to expand its reach on Android, while the custom GPT marketplace is almost here.

TechRadar

The best smartphone feature I tried in 2023 isn’t from Apple or Samsung — and they should copy it now

There were plenty of cool smartphone features I got to try out in 2023, but the best one was the Pixel 8 Pro's upgraded Call Screen feature that takes phone calls for me.

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Big Android feature drop adds some cool new Wear OS and smart home tricks

More AI, more options for Google Assistant, and more control over your smart home devices.

TechRadar

OK Google! 8 Google Assistant commands you need to know about

Optimise your smart home with these secret Google Assistant commands

Sony HT-A3000 vs Sonos Beam Gen 2: which Dolby Atmos soundbar is best for you?

Is Sony's soundbar a worthy rival to Sonos's Award-winning Beam Gen 2?

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YouTube gains improved Google Assistant commands on Android TVs

Google has detailed a slew of improvements it added to YouTube on Android TV, including additional Assistant commands.

Android Central

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2022 wasn't the year of Cleopatra – so why was she the most viewed page on Wikipedia?

At the end of every year, I gather statistics on the most viewed Wikipedia articles of the year. This helps me, a computational social scientist, understand what topics captured the most attention and gives me a chance to reflect on the major public events of the year. I try to…

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Best 32-inch TVs: Smaller screens with smart features to suit your budget

Top quality smaller TVs for streaming in tight spaces

Evening Standard

Best 43-inch TVs to buy in 2023 with OLED, 4K and smart features from Samsung to Sony

Always wanted a home cinema? A decent screen size is the first step

Evening Standard

Google Pixel Watch review: gets enough right to be one of the best Android smartwatches out there

Pixel Watch is a first-generation product from a firm that's never made a smartwatch before, but there are only a couple of issues it needs to fix next time out.

Irish Mirror

Google Pixel Watch review: a good first attempt

Small smartwatch gets much right but comes up short versus cheaper rivals and cannot be repaired

The Guardian - UK

Chromecast with Google TV 4K review

Get the Chromecast with Google TV 4K if you want an excellent streaming device with Google Assistant built in.

Tom’s Guide

Best energy saving light bulbs to buy now and how much you could save

Money-losing expert, Stuart Pritchard, looks to stem any further cashflow catastrophe and counter the energy cost crisis with low-cost home lighting...

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The best Google Assistant commands in 2024

The best Google Assistant commands let you do almost anything from finding your phone to ordering pizza to translating a foreign language on the fly.

Evening Standard

Too hot? Best smart fans to keep you cool over the summer months

Voice-activated, app-controlled breezes are on their way

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Why LED light bulbs are the secret to a happier home

Swapping the bulbs in my home with LEDs made my work from home life better. Here’s what to keep in mind when upgrading your lighting.

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Best smart thermostats 2022: Keep warm and save money with this home tech

Control your heating from your phone and save money in the process with the best smart thermostats you can buy

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Best smart TVs of 2022 from Samsung, LG, Panasonic and more

Bring your TV to smart realms

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Nothing Ear (1) buds add Google Assistant, Alexa, and Siri support via firmware update

One of the Nothing Ear (1)’s biggest shortcomings just got patched in via a software update. Hell yeah.

The Guardian - UK

Can you solve it? The viral maths video that will have you in stitches

Are you smarter than Google Assistant?

Android Central

Google Assistant explained: Tricks, devices, and latest updates

From making shopping lists to controlling your smart home gadgets, here's everything you need to know about Google Assistant!

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