This smart home breakthrough lets you control appliances without Wi-Fi (and its security risks)

ZDNET's key takeaways Emerson launched its SmartVoice technology at CES 2026.SmartVoice devices don't require Wi-Fi or a hub; ...
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‘Breaking Bad’ villain to be the first Sonos voice control voice

There are countless wireless home speakers, both portable and fixed. Despite so many competing models, few are manufactured to deliver true high-resolution audio. Sonos speakers are the exception.
The Verge

Home Assistant’s new voice assistant answers to ‘Hey Jarvis’

Home Assistant Voice Preview Edition is a privacy-focused voice control device for your smart home that can work without an internet connection. (And has some cool wake words). Home Assistant Voice ...
Benzinga.com

Wearable Devices Secures Patent For Gesture & Voice-Control Tech: Details

On Monday, Wearable Devices Ltd. (NASDAQ:WLDS) disclosed that it has received a notice of allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for its patent application titled “Gesture and ...