8/9/2023 0 Comments Siri and google finances![]() ![]() ![]() Winner: Alexa for being the leader in device compatibility. Just look out for the relevant labels on the boxes.įun fact: You can actually use Alexa on the Google Nest, although this doesn’t work the other way around. However, we wouldn’t be too worried about this, as most of the smart home devices will be compatible with all of the smart assistants. Coming last, but just marginally, is Apple’s Siri. But not all smart devices can be paired with all smart assistants.Īlexa can proudly boast that it’s compatible with over 100,000 devices while Google Home works with over 50,000 devices. Your home doesn’t become smart until you get a bunch of devices “ready to pair.” Aside from the popular Philips Hue bulbs, there are now smart appliances, doorbell cameras, smart plugs, speakers, and many more. Winner: Google Home for having a dedicated smart home app and compatibility with all devices. You can even set automatic messages to be sent to your family or housemates everyday at 6pm to ask what they want for dinner. Almost everything, from your shopping list to your smart plugs, can be managed on the app itself. Those who prefer everything to be in one place would fare well with Amazon’s Alexa. However, the Apple Home app and Siri by nature are only available on Apple devices, and its exclusivity takes a point off. Right off the bat, the apps for Google Home and Apple Home are the easiest to navigate and use, probably because they’re both dedicated to everything related to your living situation, and there’s no clutter to do other things like the Alexa app.Īpple Home’s integration with iOS and macOS also means that you can easily switch off your lights in the control centre of your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and MacBook. For home-specific tasks, Alexa has an all-in-one app, Google has a dedicated Google Home app, and Siri uses the iOS-exclusive Home app. Ease of useĪside from the affordability, a smart assistant has to be easy to use, otherwise, we’re better off doing things the manual way. Although if it’s not available, getting the Google Nest Mini is also a viable option. Winner: Amazon’s Echo Dot for its affordability. Unfortunately, Spotify isn’t compatible with the speakers yet, so you’re limited to Apple Music if you want to use it to stream music. For all accounts, the HomePods have received stellar reviews on their audio thanks to its design allowing it to broadcast 360-degree audio. There are 2 sizes – the HomePod ($429) and HomePod Mini ($139). You can even mount your Nest Mini on the wall for aesthetic reasons.Īpple Home’s user interface is sleek and easy to navigate.Īpple also has a similar home assistant speaker called the HomePod which will become available in Singapore from 6th April 2023 onwards. īoth devices can also act as your speakerphone if you need to call someone but your phone is in another room. The puck-sized Nest Mini starts at $79, and there’s a bigger version with better audio output called the Nest Audio ($139). ![]() Don’t expect studio-quality audio from the Echo Dot, though.Īndroid users who want to stay in the Google ecosystem with Google Assistant would have to fork out a bit more for the Google Nest speakers. It also has a subtle LED display that can tell the time, weather, or what song it’s currently playing. $80) on Amazon, this bite-sized speaker will let you call on Alexa at an affordable price. The most affordable option – not including smartphones – is Amazon’s Echo Dot. While Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri are technically free, you still need a smartphone or one of their respective devices to summon them to do your bidding. One of the most important factors to consider when choosing a smart assistant is the affordability of the products. ![]() Here’s a closer look at the aforementioned smart assistants from their affordability to ease of use and even privacy to see which is the most suitable for your needs. However, which one – Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri – is the best to use for our home? These smart assistants live in the confines of our smartphones and speakers and are supposed to make our lives easier by automating tasks like countdown timers and controlling all of our Philips Hue bulbs. I didn’t have to get up to flick a switch and find my way back to my bed in pitch darkness, and this was all thanks to the novel invention of smart assistants like Amazon’s Alexa, Apple’s Siri, and Google Assistant. I knew that my home life was significantly upgraded the first day I turned off my lights from the comfort of my bed with just my voice. Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates: ![]()
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