Amazon Alexa - Latest Version
Category: Lifestyle
Version: 2.2.627033.0
Developer: AMZN Mobile LLC
Rating
4.5, 240 votes
Amazon Alexa - Summary
Amazon Alexa, or just Alexa, was launched on November 6, 2014 and has quickly become one of the most used AI services. It has been used on many smart speakers that's been released by Amazon since then and you can use the service without using your hands. There are many things you can use this service for, including ordering food, playing music, making to-do lists, and setting reminders or alarms. You can also customize your settings and select what you do and do not want to hear. You can also set special tones or alerts to happen when setting up various types of events like alarms or reminders.
When you first plug your smart speaker in, you'll have the opportunity to setup Alexa. First, you'll need to say various sentences to ensure that your voice is registered. Once Alexa saves your voice, you'll be able to set up a few basic options, like what kind of media you want to hear and what area you want to learn news about. Alexa is basically a tiny computer that can be used to find the same information you could on a traditional browser. Besides learning about new media or news, you can also have fun with the virtual assistant and have her do things like tell you jokes, riddles, or simple games.
Key Functions
While it has only become popular in recent years, one of the most common uses for Alexa is connecting the service to customer's smart home devices, like Ring Doorbell, smart thermostat, and your smart speaker. Many people also enjoy being able to hear their favorite songs or finding coupons for some of their wanted items. If you have your payment information saved, you can even place online orders using the virtual assistant. Another key function of Alexa is that you have access to many different tools that help increase productivity, as well as tools that can help you live the life you want.
If you have friends or family that also have devices with Alexa, then you can call them and talk right through the device that has the service connected. Many people also enjoy the fact that they can ask all types of different questions and get an array of different answers that range from informational to downright hilarious. It's also a great way to get the news and current events for the area of your choosing. Besides news, you can also hear about the weather, any sports news, or any news that's going on in the musical world. Add all of these to the fact that you can use Alexa across multiple devices, and you can see why it's such a popular service.
Review/Conclusion
When you consider everything and look at all of the pros and cons, you'll see that Alexa is definitely worth it. Not only can it keep you informed, but it can make life a little easier and more enjoyable. If you connect it to any of your other smart devices, you'll be able to control everything with just your voice. You might be on the fence about whether or not Alexa is right for you and the good news is that you can disconnect it from any device you don't want to use with it. If you're looking for a service to use with your smart speaker or other smart device, then Alexa is a great choice.
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- It can be used completely hands-free.
- You can use Alexa to order food.
- You can get automatic updates about things like the weather, sports, and the news.
- The updates can take several days to finish.
- Some echo conversations can be accessed by pretty much anyone.
- Sometimes, you won't get any kind of helpful response from the assistant.
Good to know:
Install Apps:
Apps on iOS are mostly downloaded through Apple's built-in App Store, but a few websites on Safari have mobile optimizations when added to the Home Screen from a web browser.
To install an app from the App Store:
1. Open the App Store.
2. The App Store is organized by featured stories, games, non-game apps, Apple Arcade, and search.
3. Select an app to download. To view more details before purchasing, tap the icon. Otherwise, move to the next step.
4. In both the detailed view and the list view is a price button. Tap this to change from price to "Install". Tap this to begin downloading.
5. Your credentials will be requested to complete the transaction. Apps larger than 100 MB will prompt you to allow the download to continue.
6. A cloud icon will appear in place of the price if the app was previously purchased. Tap this once to begin the installation.
To install a web app:
1. Locate the website which supports Apple's web app framework. The website should prompt users to add the site to the Home Screen if it does.
2. In Safari web browser, tap the square icon with an arrow (share button). This should open an action sheet.
3. Locate the option "Add to Home Screen." Tap on it.
4. Enter a name for the icon that will be added. Keep it short, otherwise it will be cut off.
5. The web app should now appear on the Home Screen. Tapping it will give a different interface than the website.
De-Install/Delete Apps:
Prior to iOS 13:
1. Tap and hold an icon until it starts wiggling.
2. Tap the "x" on the icon and confirm by selecting "Delete".
iOS 13+:
1. Tap and hold an icon until a drop down menu appears.
2. Select "Delete App" and confirm.
3. On iOS 14, this is labeled "Remove App." Tap "Delete App" on the popup that appears.
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