9 Smart Travel Gadgets That Play Nice with Alexa

Alexa AI Assistant In Travel Gadgets (click to tweet)

The AI assistants are breaking out of smartphones and are being integrated into more devices to make them more interactive and responsive. Some of the new devices that include the smart assistance are also great for travel. And the new features in hances their usage while traveling.

Update: Amazon plans to release at least 8 new Alexa devices, including a microwave oven and in-car gadget

Garmin Speak with Amazon Alexa

» Ask Alexa in your car to play music from Amazon Music, SiriusXM® and more; additional streaming services, such as Spotify®, are expected to be added as available
» Use Garmin turn-by-turn navigation by saying, “Alexa, ask Garmin … ”
» Ask Alexa to create to-do lists, play games, check your calendar, weather/traffic, and control smart home devices
» The Garmin Speak app works with your Bluetooth®-enabled smartphone relying on a suitable cellular data connection; Use your phone’s Bluetooth or an AUX cable to hear audio through your car stereo
» Built-in dash cam records your drive and provides driver assistance features such as forward collision and lane departure warnings (Garmin Speak Plus) More info on Garmin.com

Road Tripping And Driving In NY Are A Changing

Road Tripping And Driving In NY Are A Changing (click to tweet)

Driving in NY and NJ is changing. And it is actually for the better. For many years driving during the summer months, and others, have been a test of patience and maneuvering skills.

Cool New Travel Gadgets To Hit The Road This Summer

Cool New Travel Gadgets To Hit The Road This Summer (click to tweet)

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Prime Day - Great Deals in Gadgets & Travel

Prime Day - Amazon's Biggest Sale (click to tweet)

Amazon's Prime Day is on July 16th at 3pm ET.

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Just Announced: Getting in on Prime Day is Target. They are having a sale on July 17 to compete with Amazon. The sale will include 25% off beauty and personal care items, 30% off Target-exclusive homeware brands, $5 off on books when you spend $20, and up to 30% off select baby items. Making the sale in more direct competition with Amazon, it will be for just Target.com, not Target stores. Press release