The newest model of the Amazon Echo. Chris Monroe/CNET Smart speakers and digital assistants have become increasingly ubiquitous, thanks to the popularity of the Amazon Echo and its built-in digital assistant, Alexa. While Alexa’s voice is clearly synthetic, it had to start somewhere. We might finally know the name of the Continue Reading
Amazon, Google, Apple back alliance to certify smart home devices that work together
The three-arrow Matter logo shown on this smart lightbulb signifies smart-home tech that will work well with other devices. Connectivity Standards Alliance; illustration by Stephen Shankland/CNET An industry alliance sponsored by Apple, Google, Amazon and other tech companies will begin certifying smart home devices later this year, a next step Continue Reading
Dragonfly Side Table | Popular Woodworking Magazine
We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. Angles and an artful inlay set this Arts & Crafts-inspired design apart. I’ve been fascinated by interesting little tabouret tables lately, and it seems the more complicated the design, the more I’m Continue Reading
How to Grow and Care for the Pea Plant
Packed with flavor and full of nutritious goodness, the pea plant is an elegant addition to the vegetable garden. As well as introducing height and structure, a row of peas is a great way to shade, low growing, cool weather specimens. They are also pleasingly easy to grow. Adding to Continue Reading
2021 Mercedes-AMG GT43 4-Door review: Almost fantastic
The Mercedes-AMG GT43 is worthy of the AMG name. Jonathan Harper / Roadshow When Mercedes-AMG launched the 4-Door GT Coupe in 2018, the US got two GT63 models with a V8 engine and a superb straight-six engine GT53. Europe also has a cheaper, less powerful one GT43 it didn’t seem Continue Reading
The Most Common Problems When Growing Lettuce (and How to Fix Them)
I love all things salad, so I raise too much lattes to keep myself in supply. Most of the time, you get a very good crop because it is such an easy plant to grow. Unfortunately, you also run against some prevalent latte problems, which can ruin your crop or Continue Reading
Cost of Living in Vancouver, Washington
iStock.com/AnSyvanych Located in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver is a city that combines the historic charm of a small town with the cultural diversity of a big city. It is located just north of Portland, Oregon, across the Columbia River. Let’s break down the cost of moving to Vancouver. What’s the Continue Reading
What Is the Cheapest Place to Live in Idaho?
iStock.com/dszc Idaho is located in the Pacific Northwest, bordering Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Nevada, Washington, and Oregon. Its northern border also touches the Canadian province of British Columbia. About 1.7 million people live in Idaho and the state occupies over 83,000 square miles of land. Boise, the capital, is also its Continue Reading
How to Create a Budget for Your First Apartment
iStock.com/mixetto While the prospect of getting your first apartment is very exciting, it can also seem a little overwhelming because you’re not sure what to expect financially. This might be the first time you’ve had to carefully budget your money, which is definitely an adjustment. Knowing how to estimate your Continue Reading
