Apple partners with LG on smart home lineup including doorbell, lock
Apple is working with LG to develop a range of smart‑home devices such as a video doorbell, smart lock,
Apple is expanding its smart‑home portfolio through a partnership with LG. The collaboration will produce a video doorbell, a smart lock, a thermostat and an indoor camera, along with additional sensors and cameras. The devices are being co‑developed with LG and are expected to join Apple’s broader home‑automation strategy.
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Amazon removes Alexa control of Echo AUX input
Alexa can no longer control playback from line‑in sources on Echo speakers that use a 3.5 mm auxiliary input. The change follows Amazon’s decision to discontinue Echo models with a physical aux port, a feature that has not appeared on new devices for six years.
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HBO Max, Paramount+ and Discovery+ to merge into one streaming
The three services are set to combine into a single streaming platform. Industry reports note that the unified offering could result in higher subscription fees for consumers.
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