If you’re unfamiliar with Alexa routines, they’re a series of tasks that Alexa can do by only saying one phrase. For instance, instead of telling Alexa to turn off lights, turn on music, and turn on ...

If you've got an Amazon Echo speaker, you already know how much fun having Alexa at your fingertips can be despite the risk to your privacy and security. Whether playing music, answering random ...

Whether you were on the nice list or just decided to treat yourself, I’m gifting you with three Alexa features you’ll be glad ...

If you're old enough to remember cartoons like The Jetsons, you probably remember a vision of the future where our lives are fully automated. All it takes are a few verbal commands, and your whole ...

Virtual assistants will soon be as commonplace as smartphones -- in many parts of the world, they already are. Most ...

Amazon is making it easier for Alexa device owners to use Routines. The feature, which has been around for years, allows Alexa users to combine multiple tasks into a single voice command of their ...

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Dynamic home activities rely on strong internet connections. Streaming, video calls, and smart devices all use bandwidth. A slow or unstable connection disrupts daily plans. Families notice issues ...

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NPR debuted a new way to listen to NPR at Alexa Live NPR debuted a new way to listen to NPR at Alexa Live, Amazon's annual developer conference that focuses on the future of ambient intelligence, ...

Amazon is rolling out some more features for Alexa Together, a service designed to help aging folks and caregivers stay connected using the voice assistant and Echo devices. One of these is called ...