How to adjust the sound settings on your Amazon Echo
Want a little more boom in your room? You can make adjustments to the audio or EQ settings on your Echo speaker easily. Here's how to do it.
How to get Alexa to answer a Ring Video Doorbell
You know you can view your Ring Video Doorbell on an Amazon Alexa smart display, but did you also know you can train Alexa to answer the door for you?
The 5 best automations for your dorm room
Wondering when that essay is due? Tired of throwing lackluster parties? These five smart home automations will enhance your college dorm experience.
Amazon Alexa: A complete guide to using the voice assistant
Not sure you need a voice assistant, or want to learn more about what a digital butler like Alexa can do? Our in-depth guide will take you through it.
How to reset an Alexa device
Whether you're trading up and need to factory reset or you're experiencing glitches and want to reboot, there are a few ways to reset your Alexa hardware.
The best Alexa speakers
Whether it's for the home, or something you want to carry along on a trip, we rounded up the best Alexa speakers for any occasion.
How to make your Amazon Echo bark like a dog to scare off intruders
Your Echo can pair with a smart outdoor security cam and bark like a guard dog to help deter approaching burglars: Here's what you need and how to set it up!
Everything new announced at Amazon Alexa Live 2021
Amazon Alexa Live 2021 is a virtual conference taking place on July 21 at 9:00am. Attendees can expect to learn how to use and integrate Alexa in all-new ways.
Alexa’s been a godsend in my home, but she can be a bit too chatty
Alexa's kind words and thoughtful suggestions are helpful in the beginning, but these days, I wish she were a bit quieter when I give her commands.
6 annoying things that smart speakers do and how to fix them
Smart speakers can do everything from music streaming to remotely locking doors, but that doesn't make them perfect. Here are six annoying glitches we've found.
Got multiple Alexa devices? Here are are some die-hard features to try
While two isn't always better than one, owning more than one Alexa device means more for you and your smart home. Here are some multi-device Alexa tricks.
How to turn a PC or tablet into an Echo Show
Alexa's new Show Mode is rolling out to PCs this year: Here's how to turn your PC or tablet into an Echo Show with access to all voice commands and video feeds.
How to listen to podcasts on your Alexa device
In addition to music streaming, you can also connect and listen to a number of podcast services using an Alexa-powered device. Here's a guide on how to do so.
4 reasons to look forward to Apple HomeKit and Matter collaboration
Matter represents a major joining of hands across the smart-home landscape, but what does that mean for the future of Apple HomeKit? Here's what we think.
Best Prime Day Amazon device deals for 2021: Best sales you can still shop
Even though Prime Day 2021 is over, there are still deals to be found on Kindle e-readers, Fire tablets, Echo devices, and more.
7 things we wish Amazon Alexa could do
Can you imagine a future where Amazon Alexa has even more tricks up her sleeve? Here's a wish list of seven features we'd like to see added to the assistant.
Echo Show 8 (1st Gen) vs. Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen)
Amazon's new Echo Show 8 brings a bevy of new features, but does it surpass the first-gen model? In this side-by-side, we compare both Echo Show 8 generations.
Echo Show 5 vs. Echo Show 5 Kids Edition
Amazon is back at it with an all-new lineup of miniature Echo Show displays. Today, we're comparing the Echo Show 5 (2nd-gen) with the Echo Show 5 Kids Edition.
Amazon Echo Frames arrive in blue light and sunglasses forms for summertime
Amazon's Echo Frames are now available as sunglasses or as a model with a blue-light filter, scheduled to ship later this year.
How to connect Alexa to your home speakers
A variety of speakers come with Alexa compatibility for voice commands and more -- you just need to set it up! Here's how to connect Alexa to your home theater.
Alexa Show Mode transforms your Lenovo laptop into a hands-free Echo Show
Newer Lenovo ThinkPad, IdeaPad, and Yoga Lenovo laptops now have Alexa Show Mode --- an experience that can turn your PC into an Echo Show-like display.
7 things you didn’t know your Amazon Alexa smart display could do
Your Alexa-powered smart display has a lot of features you might not know about, like the ability to make restaurant reservations.
How to use Zoom on your Amazon Echo Show smart display
Even though it was quietly announced a while ago, you can now use Zoom on your Amazon Echo Show smart display for all of your videoconferencing needs.
How to stop Amazon from listening to your Alexa recordings
There's a way to stop Amazon from saving your Alexa recordings. Here’s how to stop Amazon from peering into your private life.
Here are 5 intelligent uses for smart plugs
Smart plugs can make any plug-in device controllable with an app or voice commands. Here are some ideas on how to incorporate smart plugs into your life.
The best Alexa Easter eggs
Did you know Alexa can be the life of the party? Here's a rundown of some of the most entertaining questions and commands you can direct to your Alexa devices.
How to set up speech-to-text in Windows 10
Do you want to start dictating your documents or text with your voice? Windows 10 Speech Recognition lets you voice-operate several tasks or apps on your PC.
Cortana vs. Siri vs. Google Assistant vs. Alexa
Voice assistants Cortana, Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant are improving all the time and are more powerful today than ever before. But which is superior?
What is Super Alexa Mode and what does it do?
Super Alexa Mode is a fun little secret that you can activate for a quick laugh. Here's what it is, how to make it happen, and what the secret is really about!
Not at home? Alexa can greet visitors for you on your Ring doorbell
Ring's new Smart Greetings feature allows Alexa to answer the doorbell if you aren't at home.
Got a song you love on your Echo? Alexa users can now share it with friends
Amazon's new feature lets you share your favorite music with friends. When listening to a song, just say "Hey Alexa, share this song" to beam it to a contact.
You might not think typing to Alexa is practical, but you’d be surprised
Type with Alexa allows you to command your smart assistant with text, not voice. It's still in early access, but already shows a lot of promise.
Amazon’s steamy Super Bowl ad for Alexa will leave you perplexed, uncomfortable
Advertisements are meant to grab your attention, and the new Alexa ad for the Super Bowl certainly does that, but maybe not in the way Amazon intended.
Facebook Portal vs. Amazon Echo Show
Facebook Portal and Amazon Echo Show both use Alexa, have 10-inch screens, and offer up great entertainment options. Here's how to pick the right one for you.