Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Janhoi McGregor (jan-eye) is a reporter who covers technology news. Gemini for Home AI upgrade on a Nest Hub Max display. Get ...

We started talking about this back in August, so this news shouldn’t come as a surprise – Gemini is here to replace Google Assistant in the world of Google Home and Nest devices. The rollout will take ...

You might not consider your computer a vital part of your smart home, but it can be. Integrating your Windows, Mac, or Linux workstation with Home Assistant lets you use your computer as a trigger or ...

For years, Google Assistant has been one of the default ways to interact with Google products. The voice-based assistant let you make calls, set up timers and alarms, and even take on a ton of other ...

When I first installed Home Assistant on a whim to see what all the fuss was about, I had no idea how important the platform would become in my home. I’ve since spent a fair bit of time and money ...

Imagine walking into your home, and with a single voice command or tap on your phone, the lights dim, your favorite playlist starts, and the thermostat adjusts to the perfect temperature, all without ...