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We’ve all heard of Alexa, the voice-activated virtual assistant from Amazon. But what can Alexa really do? Is she just a voice-activated music player or is she capable of so much more? I, for one, was curious to find out what Alexa can do, so I decided to do some research. After scouring the web…
Alexa, the voice assistant from Amazon, has a lot of tricks up her sleeve. She can play music, answer questions, tell you the weather forecast and much more. But did you know that she can also play games? That’s right – there are tons of fun Alexa games that you can enjoy with your friends…
If your Alexa is producing static noise, it might be a sign of a few technical issues that need your attention. A spotty Wi-Fi connection could be the culprit, leading to interruptions in your device’s audio output. It’s worth checking whether your internet connection is stable. Sometimes, the problem can be as simple as a…
How To Turn Off Alexa On Your Fire TV Want a bit of quiet from your virtual assistant? Here’s a straightforward guide to turning off Alexa on your Fire TV. First, take your remote and head over to the settings menu. Scroll until you find the Alexa settings, and then simply turn the feature off.…
You might find it interesting that your Alexa device uses about 1.5 GB of data every month. This usage occurs when you ask for the weather, play music, or use Alexa to manage your smart home gadgets. Each voice command you give Alexa uses roughly 200KB of data. While this number might seem small, it…
If you’ve ever asked your Alexa-enabled device a question, you may not know that it uses Bing to search for answers. Microsoft’s search engine is the foundation of Alexa’s ability to find relevant information for your questions. While Google might be a more common choice for many people, Alexa is designed to work with Bing.…
Turn your living space into an exciting party zone with Philips Hue Lights that sync to your music’s rhythm. To make this happen, you need to have smart lights that work with Alexa and make sure they’re connected to your Wi-Fi. Use the app provided by the light manufacturer to set them up and turn…
If you’re aiming for a bit more quiet when pairing your devices with Alexa, you’re in luck because you can actually mute those announcing prompts. It’s just a matter of adjusting some settings to get that silent connection you’re after. Open your Alexa app and follow a few straightforward steps to mute those connection announcements.…
