Nest sleep-sensing, Shortcuts fixed, new Siri voices

• Google's New Nest Hub Is the Perfect Alarm Clock
• Review: Nest Hub (2nd gen) sleep tracking ushers in a radically more pervasive Google Assistant
• The Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 lets Alexa answer the door
• Alexa routines can seem overwhelming, but these shortcuts make them a breeze
• How to Use Alexa and Echo Voice-Control Speakers Better
• Apple has confirmed the shortcuts have been restored
• Apple-funded Stanford study concludes Apple Watch can be used to measure frailty
• Apple adds two brand new Siri voices and will no longer default to a female or male voice in iOS
• Lutron's HomeKit-enabled Caséta Wireless Outdoor Smart Plug now available
• IKEA's HomeKit TRÅDFRI Shortcut Button is finally available online
• Eve activating Thread radio in Aqua sprinkler controller for Apple HomeKit - 9to5Mac
• Review: Eve's HomeKit-enabled Light Strip is bright, colorful, and Adaptive
• Aqara brings Adaptive Lighting support with firmware update - 9to5Mac
• Review: Aqara's Cube is a delightful way to control Aqara smart accessories
• Leviton's new Decora Smart accessories offer hub-free HomeKit controls

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• Mikah: Eve Weather

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