Amazon Echo: 7 common things Alexa can replace in your house
It’s true, smart speakers bring with them a variety of privacy concerns. And since it’s been confirmed snippets are recorded and listened to by humans, you’ll want to be careful of what you say around Alexa.
Concerned about Alexa and privacy? We are too. Tap or click here for ways to stop Alexa from spying on you. However, smart speakers do make a lot of daily tasks much, much easier. Not only that but your Echo device can replace several other common items that you’ll no longer need.
So many dedicated devices, from clocks to speakers, only do one thing, but a smart speaker has a plethora of useful functions you might not think about. We’ve compiled the ultimate list of stuff you no longer need since you’ve got a smart speaker, so read on to find out about how to get the most out of your Alexa!
1. Media devices for general information
If you need to know what the weather’s looking like later today, what the biggest headlines of the day are, or even check on your order shipments, all of this and more is just a question away with Alexa.
If you need a quick piece of information, just ask. Smart thermostats even make it possible to ask Alexa what the temperature is like inside and adjust it with your air conditioner or heater by the sound of your voice.
2. Don’t have your phone handy? No problem
Surprise, surprise! Alexa can talk to other Alexas! Just by asking you can drop in on other Alexa devices in your house and even Alexa-enabled devices at the homes of friends and family who gave permission ahead of time. Tap or click here to find out how to use Alexa’s drop-in feature.
You’ll no longer need to pull up a phone to call someone downstairs to ask a question. If you’ve got an Echo Show, you can make video calls with your smart speaker as well. Alexa can even make regular phone calls to devices anywhere, so it’s often easier to just ask Alexa than to get your phone.
3. A sound system
Not only is your smart speaker a speaker, but it can also connect to AM/FM radio and whatever streaming service you so desire. It’s also easy to connect your phone to your Alexa and stream your own local music files. You can also use your smart speaker to connect to other speakers for a whole-home audio experience, all through the power of Alexa.
4. Clear up wall space by eliminating clocks
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