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What to do if your Amazon Alexa app is not working

Experiencing issues with the Amazon Alexa app? Here are a few ways you can fix an unresponsive Alexa app or one that's not working as intended.
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How to use all Amazon Alexa alarm clock features

The Echo Hub on a stand.

The 6 best Echo Hub tips and tricks

Amazon Echo (4th Gen) on a kitchen counter.

How to change Alexa’s voice (and language)

Echo Dot 4th Gen Clock Model

How to change Alexa’s name or the name Alexa calls you

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Amazon Alexa vs. Home Depot Hubspace: everything to know about these two smart home platforms

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What is Home Depot’s Hubspace?

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Amazon might launch a paid version of Alexa later this year

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The best smart plugs for Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit

Amazon Fire TV on Echo Show 15.

The 12 best smart home products that support Matter

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The best smart home devices for 2023

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The best smart locks for 2023

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Matter adds support for fridges, air purifiers, robot vacuums, and more with massive 1.2 update

The Matter 1.2 update is now available, bringing the interoperability standard to nine new device types -- including robot vacuums, air purifiers, and more.
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Alexa vs. HomeKit: Which smart home platform is best?

Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit are two of the best smart home platforms available, but which is best for your home? Here's a closer look to help you decide.
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Here’s how to throw a killer Halloween party with your smart home

With Halloween just around the corner, it's the perfect time to use smart home technology to make your home the spookiest one around.
Controlling smart blinds with a remote.

Are smart blinds worth it?

Smart blinds give you remote access to your window coverings, allowing you to schedule their performance and save money on your bills. But are they worth it?
Amazon Echo Hub.

The Amazon Echo Hub is almost the whole-home hub I’ve always wanted

A first look at the new Amazon Echo Hub shows a wall-mounted (or not) screen that may well solve your smart home control issues.
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Roku Indoor Camera 360 SE vs. Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Camera: which is the best indoor camera?

Both the Roku Indoor Camera 360 SE and Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Camera offer HD footage and the ability to swivel to capture more of your home. But which is best?
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How to connect smart home gadgets to your Amazon Alexa device

Here's a look at how to connect your smart home devices to Alexa, along with tips on how to easily control them with your voice or smartphone app.
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Alexa vs. Google Home: which smart home platform is best?

Alexa and Google Home are two of the best smart home platforms around, but which one is better for you? Here's a comparison to help you decide.
Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) LED light ring

What does the Amazon Echo yellow ring color mean?

Your Echo device has an LED indicator to provide all sorts of useful Alexa information. Let's take a look at what the common yellow ring light means for users!
Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) with Clock on table.

Most common Amazon Echo Dot problems, and how to fix them

Echo Dots are easy to use and fun to play with, but sometimes they can run into trouble. Here are six of the most common Dot issues and how to fix them.
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The future of Matter in 2023

Matter has big plans for the rest of 2023, but with no timetable for releases and Belkin stepping away, what can we realistically expect over the next months?
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Dead Island 2’s Amazon Alexa voice commands are novel, but limited

Dead Island 2's Alexa Game Control implementation allows players to change weapons and set waypoints, but it's a little limited so far.
Amazon Echo (4th Gen) on a kitchen counter.

How to use Multi-Room Music with Amazon Alexa

Want to play music throughout your entire home? Here's a look at how to use the Multi-Room Music feature available on most Amazon Echo devices.
Amazon Echo 4th Gen on a table.

How to disable Amazon Sidewalk (and why you should)

Whether you don't trust big tech with your data or you're not looking to share any part of your Wi-Fi, here's how to disable Amazon Sidewalk with the Alexa app.
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How to make your own Alexa skills

Learn how to build your own Alexa skills with Amazon's tools. You can even share your new skills with friends or publish them to the Alexa Skills Store.
Amazon Alexa lists EV charging station locations on a vehicle touchscreen.

Amazon Alexa aims to streamline the EV charging experience

Drivers will be able to ask Amazon Alexa for EV charging locations beginning later in 2023.
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The 8 best Alexa holiday commands

Need some help preparing for the holidays? Alexa knows tons of commands that can bring holiday cheer to your party. Here are some commands to try this winter.
Vont smart bulb with Alexa voice control support.

The best Alexa Routines for every lifestyle

Here are a few Alexa routines that can help organize your days, keep you healthy, and get tasks done.
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Dead Island 2 supports experimental Amazon Alexa voice controls

You'll be able to say "Hey, Zombie!" with the help of Amazon Alex Game Control technology when Dead Island 2 launches.
Skullcandy Grind Fuel true wireless earbuds with SkullIQ technology.

Hey you! Skullcandy lets you talk to multiple voice assistants at once

Skullcandy, in conjunction with Amazon, is updating its wireless earbuds to let you speak to your choice of voice assistant, no buttons needed.
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Can your smart home save you money on homeowners insurance?

We all know the smart home is supposed to make our lives easier, but can it save you money on insurance? Let's find out.
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For Get Caught Reading Month, let Alexa suggest a book

May is Get Caught Reading Month, and Alexa is more than up to the task of helping you participate. Here's how Alexa can help you find a good book or audiobook.