Millions of Bluetooth headphones and earbuds are at risk of being hacked - how to stay protected ASAP

Google Fast Pair offers the convenience of one-click accessory pairing, but its improper implementation has created a new security risk.

Many Bluetooth devices with Google Fast Pair vulnerable to “WhisperPair” hack

Fast Pair is widely used, and your device may be vulnerable even if you’ve never used a Google product. The bug affects more ...

Audio devices that use Google's Fast Pair Bluetooth tech are vulnerable to hacks that could track location or listen to the mic, according to researchers

The tech in question is Google's Fast Pair system, which allows compatible devices to connect super quickly (i.e. one tap and ...

Critical flaw lets hackers track, eavesdrop via Bluetooth audio devices

A critical vulnerability in Google's Fast Pair protocol can allow attackers to hijack Bluetooth audio accessories like ...

Flic Duo review: Smart home control with a ‘flic’ of your wrist

Now you can control your smart home devices with gestures in addition to button presses. The Flic Duo delivers twice the ...

This smart home breakthrough lets you control appliances without Wi-Fi (and its security risks)

Devices equipped with Emerson's SmartVoice don't require Wi-Fi or a hub; instead, they utilize on-device voice control.

How to pair AirPods with any device

Whether you're using an iPhone, Android phone, laptop or another device, AirPods are easy to pair and use with them.

What is Bluetooth 6.0? Why the newest audio connectivity standard is such a big deal

ZDNET's key takeaways The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) released Bluetooth 6.0 in Sept. 2024.Its notable features ...
Consumer Reports

Best Bluetooth car kits for older cars

Best Bluetooth car kits for older cars 01:53 Bluetooth car kits let you talk hand-free while driving. Consumer Reports checked out GoGroove FlexSmart X2, Belkin CarAudio Connect AUX, Jabra Journey and ...