Alexa

Here you’ll find all articles related to Amazon’s Voice Assistant named Alexa and Alexa-enabled devices, like Echo, Echo Dot, and Echo Show.

Alexa Smart Light Colors

Alexa understands alot of different color names, but it’s tough to find an exhaustive list with all Alexa Smart Light… Read More »Alexa Smart Light Colors

New Alexa Features: July 2020

Amazon recently released a July update for new Alexa features and commands, adding to the extensive muscle of what all… Read More »New Alexa Features: July 2020

5 Cool Commands for Alexa

Having trouble figuring out what next to say or ask Alexa? Welcome to the fourth monthly roundup where I whittle… Read More »5 Cool Commands for Alexa

Highlights from Alexa Live 2020

Today marks Amazon’s Alexa Live, the event that’s fully dedicated to Alexa with the unveiling of new updates and content… Read More »Highlights from Alexa Live 2020

What Are Alexa Hunches?

The other day, Alexa asked me a question that I thought was really valuable. After turning off the lights, Alexa… Read More »What Are Alexa Hunches?

5 Cool Things Alexa Can Do

Still grappling with interesting things to say or ask Alexa? Welcome to the third monthly roundup of cool things Alexa… Read More »5 Cool Things Alexa Can Do

Does Alexa Need to Be Plugged In to Work?

Yes. All Alexa devices needs to be plugged into some power source, typically the wall or a battery, to work.… Read More »Does Alexa Need to Be Plugged In to Work?

What is an Alexa Skill?

If you’re looking to know what an Alexa Skill is, you’ve come to the right place. At Smart Home Explained,… Read More »What is an Alexa Skill?

Alexa Skill Spotlight: Finding Multimedia

Welcome to the second installment of the Alexa Skill Spotlight. In this series, I take a deeper look at interesting—and… Read More »Alexa Skill Spotlight: Finding Multimedia

Alexa Tips and Tricks: May 2020

Welcome to the second monthly roundup of Keeping Up With Alexa. If you’re curious about the latest tips and tricks… Read More »Alexa Tips and Tricks: May 2020