Analysts on How Apple’s Strategy Is Hobbling the HomePod
Apple’s main claim to fame is a proven track record for successful products. But with its latest, the HomePod smart speaker, some analysts say its old formula for success – …
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Amazon, Google Lead Global Smart Speaker Market, With Apple at Fourth: Strategy Analytics
Amazon and Google accounted for 70 percent share of the global smart speaker shipments in the first quarter of 2018, with Apple selling 600,000 HomePods in the period, a new …
Apple’s iOS 11.4 Update Finally Delivers on Last Year’s Promises for HomePod, iMessage
Apple is finally delivering on some promises it made last year about its HomePod speaker, including giving the device the ability to link with another for stereo sound. The company …
Why Alexa or Google Home Don’t Understand What You Say
When Meghan Cruz says “Hey, Alexa,” her Amazon smart speaker bursts to life, offering the kind of helpful response she now expects from her automated assistant. With a few words …
Apple HomePod OS 12 Private Beta Said to Bring Features Like Call Functionality, Siri Multiple Timers, and More
Apple did not say much about the HomePod at its Worldwide Developers Conference 2018, but it seems new features are coming in this fall. According to a new report, Apple …
iOS 15.2, iPadOS 15.2, watchOS 8.3 Released With App Privacy Report, Apple Music Voice Plan
Apple has released iOS 15.2, iPadOS 15.2, macOS Monterey 12.1, watchOS 8.3, tvOS 15.2, and HomePod Software Version 15.2 for compatible devices. The common feature that all these new updates …
Apple loses electric car executive as former head of home devices moves to Rivian
An Apple veteran who led work on home devices and helped start efforts to develop an electric vehicle is leaving for Rivian Automotive, marking yet another senior departure for the …
Smart Speakers Have 97 Percent Satisfaction Rate in India: Accenture
Standalone voice assistants – or smart speakers – are one of the fastest adopted technologies in India and have a 97 percent satisfaction rate among Indian consumers, according to a report …
Apple HomePod Smart Speaker to Go on Sale in China, Hong Kong on January 18
Apple has announced the availability of its smart speaker HomePod in mainland China and Hong Kong markets, starting January 18. The system will sell for $357 (roughly Rs. 25,300) in …
Apple’s Next HomePod May Support 3D Hand Gestures and Face ID, Patent Tips
Apple may add a number of interesting new features in the next edition of its HomePod speaker. According to a patent filed by Apple back in 2017, the Cupertino-based company …