STT 106: Google Pixel Watch? - Google's rumored smartwatch, Alexa warns of running water, autonomous 7-Eleven

Google is rumored to be working on its first smartwatch that will reportedly debut in 2022. Some of Amazon's Alexa-enabled devices will be able to listen for the sound of running water or appliances beeping in order to alert you or trigger a routine. 7-Eleven partners with Nuro for autonomous vehicle deliveries.

  • New Google Maps Features Will Help You Navigate the Holiday Shopping Shitshow
  • Healthcare providers in Google Search, Maps can now list which insurance they accept
  • Google announces grab bag of new Android features for the end of 2021
  • Google is making its first in-house smartwatch that could launch in 2022
  • Google's 'Look to Speak' accessibility app now works in 17 more languages
  • Spotify Pulls Plug on Car View Feature, Offers Users No Alternative
  • Amazon Alexa can now respond to running water and bleeping appliances
  • Twinkly smart holiday lights gain HomeKit support via new firmware update
  • Honeywell Home's T9 smart thermostat gets HomeKit support, finally
  • 7-Eleven and Nuro begin autonomous vehicle deliveries in California
  • Uber's audio recording safety feature is coming to the US
  • Microsoft Makes Breakthrough in the Quest to Use DNA as Data Storage
  • Twenty percent of Xbox Cloud Gaming players only use touch controls
  • Holiday IoT Ugly Sweater Workshop

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