https://techcrunch.com/2017/12/28/lg-debuts-the-thinq-a-google-assistant-powered-smart-speaker/ >LG is adding a new smart speaker powered by Google Assistant to its 2018 lineup, the company announced this morning. The LG ThinQ, as it’s being called, looks to be a more high-end competitor to something like Google’s recently launched Google Home Max. LG’s new speaker is promising offering a “premium” audio experience thanks to Meridian Audio technology and support for lossless high resolution audio. The speaker can also control smart home devices via Google Assistant and a voice app from LG that controls the company’s ThinQ smart home appliances. >This line today includes things like smart refrigerators, dishwashers, washers, dryers, and even vacuums.