Google Home Max is losing sound detection for smoke alarms and glass breaking starting May 8. Nest Aware subscribers got emails confirming the change, so if you relied on it, you’ll need a new setup.

Google Home Max is losing sound detection for smoke alarms and glass breaking starting May 8. Nest Aware subscribers got emails confirming the change, so if you relied on it, you’ll need a new setup.

The Verge staff varies widely as to how ‘smart’ our homes are, ranging from one or two stray devices to entire planned networks. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission ...

Smart speakers aren’t as exciting as they once were, but every once in a while there’s a notable release. Over the past couple of months, I’ve been using the JBL Authentics 500, a high-end smart ...

An ongoing issue in the Google Home app is repeatedly prompting some users to “Set up new Nest Cam features for Nest Hub Max,” despite not actually doing anything. If you’ve seen a pop-up in the ...

Creating a smart home from scratch can be a daunting task. These are our favorite smart home devices available today, from smart speakers to robot vacuums to security cameras.

The future promised to us decades ago never really came to fruition. Flying cars and jetpacks aren't close to mainstream, and domestic staff robots are five or ten years away. However, we have met or ...

The Google Nest Hub Max and Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) are two of the best smart displays of 2024. Offering heaps of functionality, tons of useful apps, and eye-catching designs, they make a great ...