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The Google Nest Hub (originally branded the Home Hub) remains a CNET-favorite smart screen, despite increasing competition from Amazon's Echo lineup. Controlled by voice and touch, it's a 7-inch display powered by Google Assistant . And here's an amazing deal on a pair of them: For a limited time, and while supplies last, QVC has a Google Nest Hub two-pack for $89.96 with promo code WELCOME . The code is good only for first-time customers, otherwise you'll pay $99.96 -- still a great price, as these originally sold for $149 apiece . See it at QVC The Nest Hub does everything you'd expect from a smart display : guided recipes, song lyrics, appointment calendars and so on. It's all the same stuff your phone or tablet can do, but on something that's a permanent fixture in, say, your kitchen. Read CNET's Google Nest Hub review to learn more. There's no camera, though, so you can't use it for video calling the way you can an Amazon Echo Show or Facebook … [Read more...] about Get a pair of Google Nest Hub 7-inch smart screens for $90 (Update: Sold out)

When we think about 5G , we think about the last mile: The actual 5G wireless technologies between our devices and the internet. But, there's another equally important part: The edge and cloud computing that connects the 5G access points with the rest of the internet. Now, Google and Intel have joined forces to improve your edge software services once you're hooked up with the internet. 5G What is 5G? The definitive guide to next-generation wireless technology 5G: These are the countries winning the race right now Resetting the 5G goalposts: How the US declares victory 5G could generate trillions in benefits in the next decade. So why aren't companies moving faster with it? 5G and the sustainability conundrum (ZDNet YouTube) 5G mobile networks: A cheat sheet (TechRepublic) As Shailesh Shukla, Google Cloud VP and Networking general manager, said, "We believe that by partnering across the telecommunications stack -- with application providers, … [Read more...] about Google and Intel partner up to speed up 5G application rollout

LG has announced that it will begin licensing its webOS TV software for use by other TV manufacturers. That will put webOS in direct competition with other platforms in use across TV brands, such as alternatives from Roku, Amazon, and Google. Further Reading LG’s 2021 OLED TVs are modest upgrades, but computer monitors are coming [Updated] LG says "over 20 TV manufacturers" have "committed to the webOS partnership" and names RCA, Ayonz, and Konka as examples. They'll ship the OS in their TVs and, in so doing, gain access to voice-control features, LG's AI algorithms, and a fairly robust library of already built streaming apps like Netflix, YouTube, or Disney+. For smaller manufacturers, this is more cost-effective than developing these features on their own or lobbying companies like Netflix or Disney to support new platforms. At the annual Consumer Electronics Show this January, LG announced webOS 6, a major revamp of the interface that adopts a design language that … [Read more...] about LG enters fray with Google, Amazon, Roku for TV operating system dominance

If you’re new to WordPress, completely or relatively, it can seem a bit overwhelming to do anything other write and post, maybe categorize, and maybe install a social sharing plugin or three. But with a little guidance, you will easily be able to control parts of this massive piece of software that right now, you settle for trying not to worry about so much. A problem that often comes along with being new to something, is a fear of failing or messing something up. But paradoxically, for a lot of things, WordPress included, when you’re starting out is the best possible time to mess something up. The consequences of your something going wrong with your website before you have visitors other than close friends and family, and when it plays a big part in paying your bills every month are incomparable. To side-step the worry, adopt an attitude of messing around. When you’re not urgently trying to fix security holes or reinstate a working site, there’s really nothing to fear, especially … [Read more...] about Beginner’s Guide to Messing Around with WordPress (No Code Required)

We may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more . Supported Content Staff 23 Feb 2021 Source: Govee Smart lights are a compelling way to turn your living space into something a bit more exciting than the norm. On top of their convenient features, like the ability to turn on when you come home or turn off when you leave, many offer a wide variety of colors you can use to set a mood. Govee has a number of products that fit within this smart home niche, and its latest pair of smart lighting gadgets have some interesting features for jazzing up a space. Govee is introducing the Flow Pro Wi-Fi TV Light Bars and the Aura Smart Table Lamp. While the two products fit different parts of your home, they have some similarities when it comes to making your home a little more colorful. Both the Flow Pro light bars and the Aura lamp have color in mind, offering over 16 millions colors from multiple LEDs contained within the devices' housing. This … [Read more...] about Govee’s Flow Pro light bars and Aura lamp offer dynamic lighting for soothing calm or cinematic thrills