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Never lift a finger again

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You won't have to lift a finger with these smart and multi-room speakers, which work with voice assistants to help you control music playback and other smart products in your home.

Tired of having to do everything yourself? Now all you need do is shout and it'll be done for you.

Audio Pro Addon C5A

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Powerful audio and wireless connectivity combined, the C5A is the ideal choice for filling your home with music. Connect, and stream to, up to six C5As at once. Plus, with Alexa built-in, you can control your playlists just by asking. RCA and aux inputs enable wired connections too.

£229.00 (Guide price)

Rated 5-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.

Bose Frames Alto

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Listen to your favourite tunes on the go, keep the sun out of your eyes and look great – all at the same time. Equipped with sophisticated miniature speakers that direct the sound straight to your ears, these stylish, scratch-resistant shades – which are iOS and Android compatible, and work with both Siri and Google Assistant – create a bubble of sound that only you will be able to hear. They block UVA and UBA rays too, and have a battery life of up to 3.5 hours.

£119.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 500152

Google Home Max

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“Hey Google, play my 90s throwback playlist.” With dual woofers and tweeters, the Google Home Max plays your music the way it’s meant to be heard – loud and clear. Not only is Google Assistant built in, but you can also connect it to other speakers with Chromecast for a multi-room set-up. So you can keep the party going all through the house.

£399.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 249705

Google Nest Mini

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Music sounds bigger and richer on Nest Mini than before, with 2x stronger bass than the original Mini. Ask Google Assistant to play radio stations or your favourite songs from Spotify, YouTube Music and more – and stream music from your phone. You can hang Nest Mini directly on the wall in your kitchen, bedroom, living room or entryway. It’s easy to mount, easy to reach and never gets in the way.

£49.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 577908

Harman Kardon Citation 100

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Crank things up a notch with the Citation 100. Its slender form is ideal for dotting around the house in a multi-room set-up, tucking either side of a bookshelf for wireless stereo performance or keeping on the coffee table to set the mood. Connect simply via Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 or Wi-Fi.

£279.99 (Guide price)

Product code: 611811

Rated 4-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.

Harman Kardon Citation 300

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Easy to use with its full-colour LCD touchscreen, the Citation 300 blends innovation, HD audio and design. Access music and high-definition streaming thanks to built-in Chromecast – Google Assistant will change the tracks.

£349.99 (Guide price)

Product code: 712660

Harman Kardon Citation 500

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This is the biggest of Harman Kardon’s one-box Citation wireless speakers, and it has the power to match. The detail and delicacy of its award-winning sound and full-colour LCD touchscreen add a touch of elegance. Use it with Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 or as part of a Wi-Fi multi-room set-up.

£579.99 (Guide price)

Product code: 722842

Harman Kardon Citation ONE

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The Citation ONE is Harman Kardon’s most compact wireless HD speaker in the multi-room audio family. It packs a great range of features, including intuitive voice control using Google Assistant, built-in Bluetooth and AirPlay 2, and easy Wi-Fi connectability.

£179.99 (Guide price)

Product code: 581616

LG XBOOM AI ThinQ

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This smart speaker combines Meridian Sound and artificial intelligence, delivering audio driven by smart technology. Clear Vocal technology boosts the vocals in music and reduces distortion, while Enhanced Bass beefs up the bottom end. Google Assistant is built in, as is Chromecast for easy streaming.

£199.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 503472

Libratone Zipp 2

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Whether you’re connecting via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or even asking Alexa to fi re up your favourite playlist, the Libratone Zipp 2 brings your music to life. It’ll adjust the audio settings based on whether you’re inside or outdoors, so you’ll always get the best sound. Fancy a different colour? There’s a range of four jackets to choose from – simply zip yours off and replace it.

 £279.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 257315

Rated 4-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.

Libratone Zipp Mini 2

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Portable, wireless and perfect for on the go. Connect your devices usingBluetooth and Wi-Fi, or you can even ask Alexa to play that song that’s been stuck in your head all day. Pair up to 10 Libratone speakers together to crank up the volume. Running out of battery while you’re out and about? Use the speaker to charge your smartphone like a portable power bank.

£229.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 257316

Rated 4-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.

Pure DiscovR

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The Pure DiscovR® is a great way to discover new songs. You can add a song playing on the radio to your Spotify playlist at the touch of a button. Simple as that. Plus, with Alexa built-in you can request songs and control your smart home too.

£230.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 505095

Sonos Move

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Fully portable and weather- resistant, the Move has up to 10 hours of battery. Use with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, and connect via Bluetooth or Apple AirPlay 2 for streaming via any compatible device. And link with your multi-room Sonos set-up.

£399.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 625842

Rated 4-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.

Sonos One

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Now in its second generation, the One comes with built-in Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. It’ll play high-res audio and its Trueplay technology reads the room to judge the best possible sound profile. Pair two and enjoy the performance in stereo.

£199.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 511601

Rated 5-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.

Sonos One SL

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The One SL offers the same great features of the One but without the built-in mic used for Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. Be sure to connect it to your multi- room system and enjoy all the incredible benefits, including that renowned Sonos sound.

£179.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 798166

Sonos Play:5

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Meet the biggest Sonos multi- room speaker. Three custom- designed tweeters and as many long-throw midrange drivers, each powered by a dedicated amplifier, will fill every corner of the room. Just connect to Wi-Fi and start building your multi-room family.

£499.00 (Guide price)

Product code: 148616

Rated 4-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.

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