What You Need To Know About Amazon Alexa — Secrets Revealed
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Alexa Has A Smart Home Robot
If you ever wanted to use Alexa to control a robot, then you are in luck. Amazon has released Lynx, which is a smart home robot that is compatible with Alexa. It also has facial recognition. Having this little robot in your home could make your life way easier. As the technology develops over time, Amazon will likely produce other robots that are compatible with Alexa. Pretty soon, every home might have one of these robots in it.
Alexa Has A Smart Home Robot
If you ever wanted to use Alexa to control a robot, then you are in luck. Amazon has released Lynx, which is a smart home robot that is compatible with Alexa. It also has facial recognition. Having this little robot in your home could make your life way easier. As the technology develops over time, Amazon will likely produce other robots that are compatible with Alexa. Pretty soon, every home might have one of these robots in it.
Amazon And CES
CES is one of the biggest trade shows of the year for consumer electronics. Every year, the biggest tech companies attend CES and normally present their latest products. This, of course, includes Amazon. That means that in every CES, Amazon is sure to announce a new Alexa-related product or service from the company. So, if you wanted to stay on top of the latest Alexa offerings, make sure that you pay attention to CES.
Alexa Is Comptabile In The Kitchen
You can use Amazon in nearly every room of your home, but the kitchen might be the best place to use it. There are many products that are compatible with Alexa that will make your cooking experience way easier. A great example is with coffee. You can add coffee beans and water and then the coffee machine will start brewing at your order. You can also use Alexa for other uses around the kitchen, including building a grocery list.
Multiple Devices
While Alexa was first used with the Echo Dot, it is now compatible with many devices. The speech recognition virtual assistant is compatible with over two dozen smart speakers. There are nearly a dozen smart phones that currently offer the service on it. If you like wearables, there are several with the Alexa technology in it. There is also a growing list of cars that has the Alexa technology built in to improve the driving experience.
Alexa In The Shower
Alexa is starting to invade your bathroom, and that can actually be a good thing. In this particular case, there are showers that are fully controlled by Alexa. For some people, having Alexa in the shower can sound a little weird. But it is actually beneficial. Smart showers like this one can control how much water is used. That way, you can conserve both water and money in the process. Imagine how else Alexa will be used in bathrooms in the future.
As A TV Adapter
It is no surprise that a television adapter is compatible with Alexa, but this is more than just a regular TV device. It has numerous features that make the entire experience better. For example, it offers video conferencing so that you can chat with people remotely. It also has wireless screenscasting so that people can see your screen in remote places. It also offers a live broadcasting feature that you could use as well.
Compatible With Bluetooth Trackers
Have you ever lost something important, like a wallet or your keys? To help with this, there are bluetooth trackers that you can attach to them. The bluetooth trackers could connect to your phone to see where they are located. In addition, Tile's bluetooth trackers are compatible with Alexa. This makes the entire experience even easier. If you're the type of person who misplaces things, these devices are something that you should look into.
Could Holograms be next?
In the future, could there be a hologram in your home that is compatible with Alexa? Gatebox, a rival of Amazon in Japan, released a hologram that acts as a virtual assistant in your home. The release of this really cool product has let some speculators believe the potential that Amazon might someday release their version of this hologram. Having a hologram in your home might seem futuristic, but anything is possible thanks to Alexa.
Alexa In Your Refrigerator
The kitchen is a great room to use Alexa in. There are many appliances that use Alexa, but the refrigerator might be one of the best choices. For most people, the refrigerator is the center of their kitchen, and it makes sense to have Alexa connected with it. With Alexa in your refrigerator, you can make a grocery list or check for recipes. The next time you get a refrigerator, make sure it it connected to Alexa.
Prime And Alexa
Amazon Prime has existed long before Alexa, but Alexa is making the experience better. With Alexa, a user can order products on Amazon Prime with just their voice. Alexa allows users to reorder items or add an item to their cart at any given time. In addition to ordering, Alexa also helps with the delivery process. If a user wants to get an update about their delivery, all they have to do is ask Alexa and they will get an answer.
It All Started With The Echo Dot
The Echo Dot looks like a hockey puck, but this little device changed everything. it was the first released in March 2016 and it became an instant hit. Part of the popularity for the Echo Dot came from the connection with Alexa. As more users liked Alexa, they also liked the Echo Dot. Alexa came out in 2014, but this popular little device turned Alexa into a household name — literally. Even the first generation version still holds up well today.
The Logo
To help with the branding, Amazon gave Alexa a unique logo. This logo shows a speech bubble in the middle of a circle. The colors of the logo is white and blue. By giving Alexa its own logo, Amazon is developing a special brand for the virtual assistant. In fact, if you were to search for Alexa on the app store, you would find this logo. It has become synonymous with the success of Alexa.
The Accessories
When you order an Amazon Echo, there are several types of accessories that are included. Some things include a charger, batteries, and a remote control. However, there are also several other recommended items that you should get to improve the usability of the device. Some examples of this include a smart lock, a wall mount, a voice remote, a case, and a smart light bulb. All of these accessories can improve the experience in a big way.
Echo Meets Style
More Alexa users are buying an Echo. Meanwhile, Amazon created a stylish version like no other. The Echo Spot is a 2nd generation device that offers the same capabilities as the Echo. However, this device also has a visual component. With this feature, users can use the Echo Spot to watch videos, see the weather and even check the time. The Echo Spot also serves as a really stylish alarm clock that is connected to Alexa.
Multiple Generations
Amazon Echo, with Alexa-enabled speakers, is still relatively new to the market and yet there are already multiple versions. The first version was released in 2014. By 2017, Amazon unveiled the second generation. Amazon also released many different versions of the Echo. Some of the top versions include the smaller Amazon Tap, the camera known as the Amazon Echo Look, and the Amazon Show with an LCD screen. Within the next year, they will release new versions of the Echo.
Fire TV Stick Compatibility
Amazon is also known for their digital media player, Amazon Fire TV, and the plugin version known as the Amazon Fire TV Stick. When Amazon released the 2nd generation of the Fire TV Stick in 2016, they wanted to include Alexa. As a result, that version is compatible with Alexa. The way it works is with a voice remote that allows the user to speak with Alexa. With the change, Alexa was full integrated with Fire TV.
Amazon Echo Show
In 2017, the Amazon Echo Show was finally available to the public. It has all of the capabilities of the Amazon Echo, including the Alexa features. The added bonus is that the Amazon Echo Show includes a 7-inch touchscreen display. That means that this device is adding a strong visual component. With the Amazon Echo Show, users can watch videos, participate in conference calls, and more. Some people describe it as an Echo meets a tablet.
Small Size
The Amazon Echo Dot continues to grow in popularity. It has all of the benefits of a device with Alexa on it. The thing that is unique about it is the size. Some people are not comfortable with such a small device. In fact, some people called the Amazon Echo Dot a hockey puck. But most people generally really like it. It has a strong rating, and it works great with Alexa in the home.
Jeff Bezos Really Likes Alexa
Amazon is doing really great financially, and Jeff Bezos is saying that Alexa is the main driver of that success. Although Amazon generates more revenue outside of Alexa, Bezos says that the device is helping to drive the brand. After all, their best selling products are all linked to Alexa. Bezos also credited Alexa with getting other companies to adopt this technology. Bezos likes Alexa so much that he acted in a Super Bowl commercial for it.
Amazon Echo Look
The Amazon Echo Look is what people are talking about today. The Echo Look offers compatibility with Alexa. With a sleek appearance, the Amazon Echo Look is taking the market by storm. It has a strong visual component to take both photo and videos. In addition, there is an AI feature where users can snap photos or videos of their outfit and get fashion advice. This device might be the best thing that has happened to fashion.
