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Google Nest Hub Max may not need a wake word for much longer

[ad_1] Google employees are reportedly testing new firmware that allows their Nest Hub Max smart display to process Google Assistant voice commands instantly, without having to say ‘Hello Google’ or any wake-up words. Tipster Jan Boromeusz released a video (first found by Android Central), showcasing this feature, dubbed ‘Blue Steel’. …

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Quibi was a viral failure, not a virus

[ad_1] “Competition for time and consumer engagement continues to be vibrant. . . we’re still pretty small relative to total screen time, ”Netflix said Tuesday. Quibi proved his point of view in the stiff broadcast competition a day later. The “quick snacks” mobile video service said it would shut down …

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Asia Faces Long Recovery Work: IMF

[ad_1] DIFFICULT ROAD The IMF has warned nations about the premature withdrawal of fiscal and monetary support as the world economy struggles to recover from the pandemic. The Asia-Pacific region is likely to see economic output remain below pre-COVID-19 pandemic trends in the medium term, even as China’s recovery leads …

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Google tests smart displays that wake up without a wake word

[ad_1] A new feature being tested internally at Google could eliminate the need to say “Ok Google” before issuing commands on Nest Hub’s smart displays. Android Central reports. Instead, the feature codenamed “Blue Steel” could allow the device to simply detect your presence and proactively listen for commands without first …

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IPhone 12 teardown confirms bad news for the battery

[ad_1] We are one day away from the October 23 launch of the iPhone 12Although reviews and test results of Apple’s new phone are already popping up on the internet. And while the iPhone 12 is receiving favorable marks, there is one area that has received criticism, including that of …

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