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How to choose the best smart speaker for you: shopper’s guideUSA TODAY Amazon, the Music ProdigyBloomberg Amazon Alexa can now wake you up to musicTechCrunch Full coverage

Apple confirms Shazam acquisition; Snap and Spotify also expressed interestTechCrunch It’s official: Apple is buying ShazamBusiness Insider Apple acquires song identifying app Shazam for undisclosed sumAppleInsider (press release) (blog) Apple is buying Shazam at a big discountRecode Apple’s Shazam steal is all about SiriVentureBeat Full coverage

This Battery Pack Turns Your Google Home Into the Best Portable Bluetooth SpeakerGizmodo The $399 Google Home Max finally arrives in storesArs Technica Google’s premium Home Max smart speaker goes on saleTechCrunch Google Home Max Smart Speaker Finally Available For PurchaseAndroid Headlines Full coverage

Is Alexa Really Eavesdropping on You?Bloomberg BBC launches Alexa skill for live radio and podcastsEngadget Essential privacy settings for your Amazon EchoSouth Bend Tribune Full coverage

Some Familiar Faces Are Coming To Street Fighter VKotaku Six New Street Fighter 5 Characters Revealed For Season 3 Of ContentGameSpot All Six Street Fighter V Season 3 DLC Characters ConfirmedPlayStation LifeStyle Full coverage