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How do I set up Amazon Echo?
Tip: Before setup, download or update the Alexa app in your mobile device app store. Plug in your device. Open the Alexa app . Open More and select Add Device. Select Amazon Echo. Select Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Plus and more. Follow the instructions to set up your device.
How do I connect my Alexa Echo to WiFi?
To connect to WiFi: In the Alexa app, open the left panel menu and then select Settings. Select Device Settings. Choose your device. Select Change next to WiFi Network and follow the prompts in the app.
Why is my Alexa not setting up?
Check that your device is connected to Wi-Fi. Check that you have the latest version of the Alexa app. Restart your Echo device. Reset your Echo device.
Do you need an Amazon account to use Alexa?
You need an Amazon account to use Alexa, but you don’t need Amazon Prime. Sign in on the app. Here you can add any number of Alexa-supported devices to your account, from smart lights to smart plugs. But we’re focused on Echo devices, so tap Amazon Echo.
Can you set up Alexa without a smart phone?
No, it requires either a computer or smartphone with the Alexa app to put it on wifi. Without another device, you have a paperweight. It is only required for the initial setup, though. If there is a power outage and it cannot reconnect to the wifi automatically, you will need the app/PC again.
What do you need for Alexa to work?
Alexa requires an Internet connection, so make sure your Wi-Fi network is up and running.1. Install the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet. An iPhone or iPad running iOS 9 or later. An Android phone or tablet running Android 5 or later. An Amazon Fire tablet running Fire OS 3 or later.
How do I put Echo into setup mode?
Set Up Your Echo Show Select a language. Connect to your Wi-Fi network. Log into your Amazon account. Confirm your time zone. Confirm your address. Confirm the location of your device. Choose a name for your device. Choose a wallpaper for your device.
How do you enter setup mode on Echo?
How to Set Up an Amazon Echo Show 1 Connect to Wifi. Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list. 2 Connect Amazon Account. Enter the e-mail address or phone number, and the password associated with your Amazon account. 3 Confirm Time Zone/TC. Confirm your time zone. 4 Device Update. 5 Intro Video/Complete.
Why Alexa is not connecting to Wi-Fi?
Make sure that your Echo device is within 30 feet (or 10 meters) of your wireless router. If other devices can’t connect, restart your Internet router and/or modem. While your network hardware restarts, unplug the power adapter from your Echo device for 3 seconds, then plug it back in.
Is there a monthly fee for Alexa?
There is no monthly fee to operate Alexa on Amazon Alexa-enabled devices. There are subscription services that you can buy which have monthly fees, such as Amazon Prime Services. 8 of 9 found this helpful.
Do you have to pay subscription for Alexa?
There are no subscriptions or fees required to use the Echo or Echo Dot. You can listen to music you have purchased in your Amazon digital music library. Many Echo users do have Prime membership, but it is not required.
Do you have to pay for music on Alexa?
With Alexa and Prime Music, it’s all at no extra cost and super easy. Find your music by asking Alexa to play a song using title, artist, lyric, playlist or station. You can also stay up to date on the news — just ask Alexa to play the Weekly One.
Does Alexa need WiFi?
Alexa devices need a WiFi connection to function properly. When you ask Alexa a question or use a voice command, an audio recording is sent to Amazon’s cloud over your WiFi network. Then it is processed and sent back to your device over WiFi so Alexa can answer your question or fulfill your request.
Is Alexa calling free?
(It should be noted that Alexa-to-Alexa calling remains both unlimited and free.)Nov 17, 2021.
Does Alexa charge for phone calls?
The communication options within Alexa and Echo (including calls and messaging) are completely free, since they require the recipient to also have the Alexa app (or an Echo) – meaning that everything takes place within Amazon’s ecosystem.
Is Alexa always listening?
The short answer is yes, Alexa is always listening to you. Or rather the microphone on your Alexa smart speaker is always active (by default, at least) and is constantly monitoring voices in your home in order to hear its wake word.
Can Alexa spy on you?
No, Alexa does not record all your conversations — just some of them. If you’re worried that Amazon Echo or Amazon Echo Dot is spying on you without your permission, it’s easy to tell when the device is listening.
What are the benefits of having Alexa?
Alexa is able to play music, provide information, deliver news and sports scores, tell you the weather, control your smart home and even allow Prime members to order products from Amazon.
Is Alexa easy to set up?
With the Alexa app on your phone, setting up an Echo is a quick and easy process. If you’ve just taken your first Amazon Echo out of its box, then congratulations are in order. Soon, Alexa will be ready to obey your every command: all you need to do is ask. Install the Amazon Alexa app on your phone.
