Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

Sonos announced its first voice assistant, called Sonos Voice Control, several weeks ago. As of today, June 1, it’s finally available to use on any voice-enabled Sonos speaker. Before you can use ...

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There’s a quiet revolution underway in home entertainment. We’re referring to voice assistants that are shaping the way viewers interact with TVs. No longer just a futuristic perk, hands-free commands ...