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How to use Alexa's adaptive volume on your Amazon Echo

How to use Alexa's adaptive volume on your Amazon Echo

Alexa can now use her outside voice. Here's how to enable adaptive volume for your Amazon Echo speakers and Alexa app.

by Molly Price

Amazon reportedly close to launching its own TV in the US

Amazon reportedly close to launching its own TV in the US

TVs that include Alexa functionality could launch as soon as October, Business Insider reports.

by Steven Musil

Google Nest Audio is on sale for $80 (save 20%)

The much-improved smart speaker is $20 off and available in all five colors.

DIY scratched screen repair: Magic and myths

Scratched your screen? Don't worry. There are a few DIY ways to make your screen look better in a snap. There are also a few tricks you should avoid.

Lenovo Smart Clock 2 review: A better smart alarm clock, but still not the best

The Google Assistant-enabled smart clock is back with more features.

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Best gifts to give grandparents for 2021, from smart tech to sentimental

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America is running out of frozen pizza. Here's where you can order some

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Essential grilling tips for Labor Day weekend

Everything you need (and need to know) for perfect burgers, dogs, sides and more.

by Sarah Mitroff

HomePod Mini is now $75 at Sam's Club (save $25)

Need little Apple orbs in your house? One of the deepest discounts we've ever seen is here.

by CNET staff

How to use Alexa's adaptive volume on your Amazon Echo

Alexa can now use her outside voice. Here's how to enable adaptive volume.

by Molly Price

Amazon reportedly close to launching its own TV in the US

TVs that include Alexa functionality could launch as soon as October, Business Insider reports.

by Steven Musil

15 ways to open a beer bottle

Forgot your bottle opener? One of these sturdy items may come in handy.

by Katie Teague

Best alarm clock of 2021

Wake up feeling rested with a reliable alarm clock that will make your morning routine easier.

by Andrew Gebhart

Lenovo Smart Clock 2 review: A better smart alarm clock, but still not the best

The Google Assistant-enabled smart clock is back with more features.

by Molly Price

Teach your Nest Doorbell how to send the notifications that matter

The Nest Doorbell with battery offers a lot of options for customization. We walk through how to tailor the smarts to fit your preferences.

by Andrew Gebhart

How to fine-tune notifications on the Nest Doorbell with battery

The Nest Doorbell with battery can filter out the notifications you don't care about. We walk you through how to set it up to best fit your porch.

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Home Depot releases its own smart home app

The big-box retailer now offers an app called Hubspace, designed to wrangle miscellaneous smart home devices.

by Molly Price