Automation with Amazon Echo and Alexa: How to modernize your home 2j4x65

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See how to modernize your home and make the home of the future the home of the present with the Amazon Echo

The house of future It's not that far away anymore. You can control practically everything by voice command, from the music, movie or program you want to watch, to household appliances, lamps and others. O Google Home do Google, and make your home smart. 42512o

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First version of the speaker was launched in 2014

See how to prepare and modernize your home and make the home of the future the home of the present:

How does the Amazon Echo work 3y2t43

O Echo connects to the Alexa virtual assistant, considered by many to be the best assistant currently, to play music, make calls, send and receive messages, provide information, news, sports scores, weather forecast and much more, instantly. All you have to do is just ask.

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The operation is very simple

O Echo It has seven microphones and beamforming technology so you can hear it from across the room, even while music is playing. When you want to use the device, just say the word "Alexa" and he will respond immediately.

With Echo, you can call anyone hands-free or search for s. Plus, you can send voice or text messages to anyone with a compatible device or app. Alexa.

The speaker also works with devices for lights, switches, TVs, thermostats and other features of the Of Mo, Philips Hue, Sony, SmartThings, Insteon, Nest, ecobee e Wink.

Amazon echo devices

How to configure 6k1j61

  1. First of all, install the application Amazon Alexa on your smartphone or tablet to Android ou iOS;
  2. Connect the Amazon Echo. The indicator ring will flash blue and then orange, indicating that it is ready to use;
  3. Open the settings Wi-Fi. O Echo requires you to be logged in for setup;
  4. Select the Wi-Fi do Echo connection (Amazon) and get connected;
  5. Open the app Alexa to start;
  6. Select the type of Echo and then the app should take you directly to the configuration. If this does not happen, switch to the “Devices” option;
  7. If you purchased the Echo on your Amazon, “Your Echo” should appear; if not, click the + button (it's in the top right corner) and add the device;
  8. On the settings screen, choose “Amazon Echo” and then choose the device to be used;
  9. Enter your and information Amazon, accept the conditions and of use and select your network Wi-Fi in the list of networks that Echo can detect;
  10. Okay, now just use it.

Activating Alexa l1q1y

O Echo is programmed to respond to the word command "Alexa", but you can also activate another key command. When speaking the word "Alexa", the light ring at the top will turn blue and then just give a command or query.

There are some commands you should know, such as “Alexa, stop”, in case you stop playing music and turn off alarms and alarms. timer. See other interesting commands:

  • “Alexa, play [music genre]”;
  • “Alexa, play [the name of your playlist]”;
  • “Alexa, play [band]”;
  • “Alexa, play [song] by [band]”;
  • “Alexa, play [station] on [streaming service]”;
  • “Alexa, what’s playing?”

Available versions of Amazon Echo 164k8

Amazon Echo – The first version of the speaker was launched in 2014. It costs US$74,90 (R$286,00);

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Traditional Amazon Echo

Amazon Echo Dot – It's a smaller version. It has all the features, but takes up less space – it looks like a “hockey puck”. Launched in 2016, it is already in its 3rd generation. It costs US$49,00, or around R$180,00;

amazon echo dot
It looks like a “hockey puck”

Amazon Tap – More portable version. Unlike the Echo and Dot, it does not need to be plugged in, as it runs on batteries. It costs US$9,00, or around R$34,00;

Amazon echo tap
More portable version

Amazon EchoPlus – Size equal to Echo, but with new microphones and woofer. Its 2nd generation presented improvements in bass and the temperature sensor. It costs US$149, or around R$569,00 in direct conversion;

amazon echo plus
Size equal to Echo, but with new microphones

Echo Dot Kids Edition– Special version for children. Now, Alexa is a DJ, comedian, storyteller and friend of children. Just ask and Alexa will play music, answer questions, read stories, tell jokes and more. It costs US$34,90, or around R$133,00 in direct conversion.

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Special version for children

Echo Auto – Connects to Alexa Using your phone, it's ready in seconds and plays through your car speakers. It has eight microphones and using your voice you can check the news, open the garage door, find the nearest gas station and much more. It costs US$24,9 (about R$95,00). See the use of Alexa in offline cars.

Amazon echo auto
Ready in seconds and play through your car speakers

Compatible items to install on property with Amazon Echo 4e1wa

Amazon Smart Plug– Functions as an adapter to transform household appliances into “smart” appliances, which can be controlled via Alexa. You plug it into an outlet, connect your device to it and install the corresponding app. You can turn the device on or off whenever you want or even program its operation;

Amazon echo smart plug
Turn any device into “smart”

Philips Hue bulbs – Allows you to control ambient lighting, wirelessly and from any room in the house. It is possible to transform lighting and synchronize with music, games and movies, creating a new visual and immersive experience. The system is leading, but you can find some more affordable alternatives, such as Belkin WeMo LED, LIFX, TP-Link , Flow, Nyrius, GE Link and Bright star. These smart bulbs are very easy to use, just install the product, the app and connect to your smartphone;

Of Mo – The line includes plugs, switches and lamps;

Fire Stick - O Fire TV Stick Basic Edition is an remote control that you can easily access the content of the Prime Video, Netflix and more than 4 thousand apps and games, in more than 100 countries, transforming the TV into a Smart TV;

Automation with amazon echo and alexa: how to modernize your home
Turn your TV into a smart TV with the Fire TV Stick

Mesh routers – among the router options we can mention: Netgear Orbi, Eero, Google WiFi, Luma e LinkSys Velop;

Automation with amazon echo and alexa: how to modernize your home
Mesh routers are the evolution of common models

Smoke detectors- Nest Protect, Halo Smart Labs, First Alert and Root, are basically easy-to-install smoke detectors with brackets that you attach to the ceiling or wall with screws. Then, just connect to the app.

Smoke detector

Recently, it was reported that the Amazon would be interested in testing the Alexa in Portuguese when sending invitations for some customers to participate in an initial testing phase. The choice for the tests would be random, with no option to to participate. The line Echo It should also arrive in Brazil soon. So, ready for the home of the future? Which of these items did you find most interesting? Leave your comment in the fields below.

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