Missing Fire Stick remote? With the Amazon Alexa Voice Remote Pro, say, “Alexa, find my remote.” It’ll ring if it’s connected to your Fire TV and within 30 feet. For an older remote, use the Fire TV app.
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How tech saved lives in Georgia school shooting
A tragic shooting at Apalachee High in Winder, Georgia, left four dead and nine injured. It may have been worse without a new safety system — teachers used a digital panic button to save lives. Plus, Amazon Alexa loses billions, Taylor Swift surveillance, and FB censors opinions.
🏈 What’s the score? In the Alexa app, open Settings > Sports Update. Add your teams (you’ll find all major American sports leagues). Now, say, “Alexa, give me my sports update” for scores and schedule info.
Amazon is losing billions on Alexa
Amazon sold Echos below cost, hoping for more Alexa shopping. Spoiler: it didn’t work. Venmo transactions aren’t private, and how your ‘digital twin’ could save your life. Also, Phil from Indiana isn’t happy about his ex-wife FaceTiming their kids at his place.
Amazon's Alexa is losing billions
Amazon launched Echo and Alexa at a loss, expecting people to buy more Amazon products through them. Turns out, that’s not happening a ton.
America's drinking water is under attack
Water systems in Kansas, Texas and Pennsylvania have already been hit by hackers in China, Russia and Iran. Plus, clothes that block 5G waves, AI coming to Alexa, and Walmart’s new digital pricing. We also chat with Joseph Cox about his book “Dark Wire,” which is about Anom, the FBI’s secret app used by criminals.
Don't let your Amazon Echo ruin Christmas
Gift snoops know where to go to find their presents — straight to Alexa.
Steve Jobs' $175K note, Airbnb host threats & Google Meet AI tools
Plus, can your smart thermostat be controlled by the power company? Dennis from Myrtle Beach wants to know, and I give him the answer. I explore why Siri and Alexa falter with CPR, the best times to buy flights and cruises, and how tech pros use hotel TVs.
These words trigger Siri, Alexa and Google Home
Did you know your voice assistant is always listening in? Here’s how you can wake them up on accident, in 60 seconds.
Twitter censorship, Amazon Alexa stalkers, holiday scams
Got a Eufy security cam? It may be sending your private videos to the cloud — without permission. Plus, stalkers are using Amazon Alexas to terrorize victims, five holiday scams to watch out for and where to stream your favorite Christmas movies. Also, Elon Musk reveals how Twitter suppressed the Hunter Biden laptop story. Here’s all you need to know.
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Shocking new research about Amazon Echos
Is Amazon using your Alexa conversations to send you targeted ads? Here’s the shocking truth, in 60 seconds.
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Should kids say please and thank you to Alexa?
Should you teach your kids to be polite when dealing with virtual assistants? Listen now for my take.
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Here's how to make Alexa say whatever you want
Want to make Alexa say anything you want? Listen now to learn how to create a personal greeting or prompt.
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Windows nightmare continues, podcasting tips, new Gen Z trend
This week, Kim and Allie are joined by a special guest, Paul Colligan. He’s a super-smart podcast expert and chats with us about some excellent ideas if you’ve ever thought about starting your own show. That, plus this week in tech news, Kim’s favorite Alexa prank, and a brand new game. Will Kim stump you?
Alexa prank you’ll love
Sure, you can say, “Alexa, play my favorite song.” But did you know Alexa can also play funny pranks?
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New Alexa commands to try
One of the most popular smart speakers are Amazon Echos with the digital assistant Alexa. I’m sure you already know the basics: Reminders, news and weather. But Alexa can help in ways you might not be aware of.
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Parents: Should kids be taught to be polite to Alexa?
Amazon’s Alexa-powered Echo smart spreaker was among the company’s bestsellers this past Christmas. Parents are asking if they should teach their children to say thank you and please when dealing with Alexa. What do you think? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Move Alexa away from the window
There are a frightening number of ways cybercriminals can hack into our tech. But now they’ve got an even easier method to take over smart speakers — or really anything equipped with voice control. That’s pretty scary. I’ll tell you how it works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazon's stupid decision, tips from the Contest Queen, 7 apps for forgetful people
Amazon has a new, but dumb, plan to help Alexa next time you ask a tough question. Feeling forgetful? These apps will help keep you organized, remind you to pay your bills on time and more. Kim talks with the Contest Queen, Carolyn Wilman, who has won more than $250,000 in prizes from contests and sweepstakes. Plus, meet an engineer who makes big money developing Alexa skills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices