With Routines, Echo device users no longer have to give multiple commands to Alexa, such as “Alexa, turn off the living room lamp,” “Alexa, turn down the thermostat,” and “Alexa, set an alarm for 7 ...

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 ...

Talking to Alexa on your Amazon Echo can sometimes be challenging, especially if you need to ask your friendly voice assistant one question after another. You may find yourself asking multiple ...

Create a holiday routine with Alexa to turn on lights, play music, and give festive greetings. You can customize your routine to include other smart home actions like closing blinds or adjusting ...

One of the biggest inconveniences of smart speakers to date is having to speak multiple commands to perform a simple task. For instance, changing the color of smart bulbs, locking the door and ...

Now, however, you can add multiple voice phrases to an Alexa routine, so instead of having to say “Alexa, let’s watch a movie” verbatim, you can also add alternate phrases such as “Alexa, let’s watch ...

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