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Pulp Diction: How To Change Alexa’s Voice & Language

In Echo & Alexa by Tim Brennan

In this post, I explore how to change Alexa’s name, voice, and language. Sadly you can’t replace Alexa’s voice with Samuel Jackson, Jarvis, Lord Vader, Cardi B, Morgan Freeman, or Snoop Dogg [yet]. Update! However, Amazon announced last week that you WILL be able to replace Alexa’s voice for many common phrases with Samuel L. Jackson’s voice. The feature is available …

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Echo Show 5 vs Echo Spot: Which Little Alexa Display Is Better?

In Echo & Alexa by Tim Brennan

Echo Show 5 vs Echo Spot:  In this article, we explore the differences between Amazon’s two littlest smart-speakers with screens. Echo Show 5 vs Echo Spot: 5 Marks the Spot? orn between buying Amazon’s new Echo Show 5 and the smaller, rounder Echo Spot? Amazon’s recent introduction of the Echo Show 5 was a brilliant move to better compete with Google …

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Nix Pro 2 vs Nix Mini: Which Paint Color Sensor Is Better?

In Smart Home by Tim Brennan

In this post, I compare the two best paint color sensors out there: Nix Pro vs Nix Mini. Interestingly, they are made by the same company. Planning a home improvement project and don’t have time to read my full epic post? Here is the short version: The first difference that you’ll notice is the size. At 1” x 1.5”, the …

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Smart Nora vs 10minds vs Nitetronic Anti-Snore Pillows [2024]

In Smart Home by Tim Brennan

In this post, I pit Smart Nora vs 10minds vs Nitetronic in an epic anti-snore pillow comparison. My mission?  To help you get a better night’s sleep—and maybe even stay out of the doghouse. h, all right. I admit it. I snore. Big time. In fact, my snoring is so bad it is almost definitely the cause of at least …

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Echo Show 2nd Gen Vs Nest Hub Max: Which Is Mo’ Max?

In Echo & Alexa by Tim Brennan

Echo Show 2nd Gen vs Google Nest Hub Max: In this article, I compare the Amazon Echo Show 2nd Generation vs Google’s Nest Hub Max. We’ll weigh the pros and cons as well as similarities and differences to help you determine which smart speaker with a screen is the better choice for you. What Is a Smart Display Anyways? mart …