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Got a New iPhone? Ditch Siri and Add Amazon Alexa on Your Home Screen Instead

It's easy to add the Alexa widget to your iOS home screen to make Amazon's voice assistant just a short tap away.
Smart Speakers | by Dale Smith Jun 12, 2023
Wyze Cam v3 Review: Still Easy to Recommend

The Wyze Cam v3 is one of the most affordable home security cameras on the market, but it doesn't skimp on the features or performance.
Security Cameras | by Megan Wollerton Feb 27, 2023
Celebrate Halloween With These Alexa Tips and Tricks

"Alexa, let's get spooky." Here's how to use your Amazon Echo device to turn your home into a haunted house, share spooky stories and more.
Smart Speakers | by Katie Teague Oct 31, 2022
Funny Things to Ask Alexa: Jokes, Trivia, Animal Sounds and More

Need a good laugh? Here are 55 questions to pose to your Amazon Echo.
Smart Speakers | by Katie Teague May 27, 2022

Nuke your Alexa smart home to exorcise those 'ghost' devices

 Smart Home | by Dale Smith Oct 13, 2021
Alexa routines can be overwhelming, but these 4 shortcuts make them a breeze

Setting up a routine doesn't have to be any harder than simply typing in a command.
Smart Home | by Dale Smith Oct 8, 2021
9 fun games for your Alexa device and how to play them

Alexa can be your special guest at the next family game night.
Smart Home | by Katie Teague Oct 7, 2021
3 Reasons Why You Should Take Your Alexa Devices Outside

You love what your Amazon Echo can do inside the house and you'll love what it can do outside, too.
Smart Home | by Katie Teague Sep 30, 2021
Find secret Alexa-only discounts when you order through Amazon Echo. Here's how

Ask Alexa, "What are my deals?" to find a few discounts you otherwise wouldn't have discovered online.
Smart Speakers | by Dale Smith Sep 11, 2021

Alexa, meet Ziggy: How to mix and match Amazon Echo's new name and voice options

 Smart Speakers | by Dale Smith Aug 14, 2021
What does 'refurbished' mean when shopping for Alexa devices?

Amazon's Certified Refurbished storefront sells Echo speakers and other Amazon devices at steep discounts, but can you trust the quality? In a word, yes.
Smart Home | by Dale Smith Aug 9, 2021
'Alexa' isn't the only thing your Amazon Echo can listen for. Here's what else

Alexa can respond to snoring, coughing, a baby crying or a dog barking. Here's how to set up sound detection, plus why you'd even want to.
Smart Home | by Dale Smith Jul 9, 2021
Amazon's new Reading Sidekick lets kids take turns reading books with Alexa

Amazon Echo smart speakers can now read along with your child's favorite Kindle and print books. Alexa listens, corrects mistakes and occasionally repeats a passage to help kids learn.
Smart Speakers | by Dale Smith Jul 4, 2021
Updated Amazon Echo Shows arrive this week, with a few new tricks even older devices can do

From animated reactions during video calls to shared photos on your home screen, Amazon's older model smart displays will get many of the new Echo Show features.
Smart Displays | by Dale Smith Jun 6, 2021

Amazon's Alexa calls attention to Global Accessibility Awareness Day all month long

 Smart Home | by Dale Smith May 27, 2021