Alexa, May the Fourth be with you
From trivia and jokes to Easter eggs and more, here are some fun commands to give Alexa in honor of Star Wars Day 2022.
Amazon might be using Alexa to send you targeted ads
In a recently published report, Amazon is claimed to have used Alexa to serve targeted ads.
Alexa can now tell you when a package is delivered
Thanks to a new update, Amazon Alexa can detect the presence of a person or a package through compatible cameras or video doorbells.
Home Depot’s new Hubspace-compatible items include smart plug
Home Depot releases several new products to its Hubspace smart home line, including a true smart plug.
How to connect MyQ Garage with Alexa
If you have a MyQ smart garage system, you can make it even smarter! Learn how to connect Alexa to your smart garage via IFTTT and issue voice commands.
Is a smart coffee maker worth it?
Smart coffee machines can do barista-level brews at home. They're expensive, but are they truly worth it?
Is it feasible to go all-in with one smart home ecosystem?
What is the true cost of choosing only one smart home ecosystem? Whether HomeKit, Alexa, or Assistant, we tackle what it will take to invest in just one.
Echo Show 10 vs. Echo Show 15: Which is right for you?
Shopping for an Echo? The Echo Show 10 and Echo Show 15 are the newest models. Each have advantages but operate differently. Let’s see how they compare.
How to mount an Amazon Echo Show 15
Amazon Echo Show 15 is made for wall mounting, but what if that's not in the cards for you? We include other options to try.
Google Home (Nest Audio) vs. Amazon Echo
Google's Home speaker and Amazon Echo are two of the most popular smart speakers, but which is the better of the two? Here's our comparison of both devices.
7 things you didn’t know the Echo Show 15 could do
The Echo Show 15 is the largest Alexa smart display, and it's capable of much more than just controlling your smart home.
Get affordable smart lighting coverage for your entire home, thanks to Vont
Installing smart lights or smart bulbs in your home doesn't have to expensive. Vont offers incredibly useful and affordable smart bulbs. Learn more here!
Amazon Alexa is coming to your Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch before midyear
Amazon Alexa will arrive on Fossil Gen 6 smartwatches before the mid-2022, according to the company, where it will operate alongside Google Assistant.
The Lenovo Smart Clock Essential drops Google Assistant for Alexa
Lenovo announces its new Smart Clock Essential powered by Amazon Alexa instead of Google Assistant.
How to talk to Samuel L. Jackson using Alexa
The Samuel L. Jackson voice is a fun skill for your Alexa-enabled devices. We show you how to get this skill on your Echo device and customize the options.
Is your Amazon Echo, Alexa, or Ring down today? You aren’t alone
Outages at Amazon Web Services have caused malfunctions for Amazon, Ring, Disney Plus, and other platforms.
How to hear and delete Alexa conversations
Alexa saves recordings of your voice conversations. Here's how to hear and delete Alexa conversations or delete your entire voice recording history quickly.
Alexa’s controversial drop-in feature could be critical to saving lives
Amazon Alexa's drop-in feature has been controversial ever since it first rolled out, but you'll be surprised how critical it could be in saving lives.
How to access your favorite music streaming services on Amazon Echo Show
Music is the original use for Amazon Echo devices. If you want to add new streaming services, here's which ones you can add and how to add them.
Best ways to use Amazon Echo Show in the kitchen
Do you know all the ways an Echo Show can help you in the kitchen? Here are 12 ways for putting Alexa to work for you.
How to set up Alexa Hunches
Amazon's Alexa can now anticipate and act on the things it knows you probably want to do. Here's how to set up Alexa Hunches.
Amazon’s Smart Thermostat lets Alexa choose the best temp
Amazon just announced its very first smart thermostat, produced in collaboration with Honeywell. Here's everything we know.
How to use Alexa to help you fall asleep
Amazon's Alexa voice assistant has more than a few tricks to help you get a good night's sleep. Here's how to use Alexa devices to fall asleep fast.
How to turn off Alexa notifications
Are Alexa's announcements or alerts annoying you? Do you want to keep Alexa from blabbing a secret to the house? Here's how to turn off notifications!
Which smart lights should you use with Alexa?
If you have an Echo or similar Alexa device, there are plenty of smart lighting options on the market that work with Alexa: These are the best models for you!
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.
The best Amazon Echo accessories
Now that you've got an Amazon Echo, why not outfit your smart speaker with some killer accessories? Here's a roundup of the best add-ons you can buy right now.
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.
Alexa’s behind Verizon’s smart display, but please don’t sell me a Fios package
The upcoming Verizon smart display will be powered by Alexa technology, but it could very well signal a shift in the smart home space.
Most common Amazon Echo and Alexa problems and how to solve them
Amazon Echo speakers are incredible smart home devices, but they're not without their bugs. Here's a quick roundup of common Echo problems and how to fix them.
Fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg helps Amazon launch Echo Dot concepts
Amazon has partnered with fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg to launch three new Built It concepts for the Echo Dot.
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.
Smart home fragmentation may become thing of the past thanks to Matter protocol
Tired of having to use multiple device apps to run your smart home? Google and a handful of other smart tech developers have big plans for unifying smart gear.