Is Alexa different than Echo?

Alexa is specifically the name of the virtual assistant - the disembodied voice you talk to, ask questions, and bug with song requests. Amazon's Echo is simply the name given to the physical products themselves, the speakers which house the AI Alexa.

Is Echo and Alexa the same thing?

Amazon Echo is the name of one of the devices Amazon first launched in 2014. Amazon Alexa is the artificial intelligence that makes it special. The entire lineup of Amazon Echo devices is smart speakers that stay always on and require an internet connection to work properly.

What is better an Echo or an Alexa?

Echo is essentially a smart speaker that has Bluetooth capabilities. But what makes it special in large part is that Alexa, the Voice Assistant, is readily made available in the device and can help you play music with specific Alexa commands.

Do I need both Alexa and Echo?

Echo may need Alexa, but Alexa doesn't need Echo. You can use some of Alexa's features on your smartphone with the Alexa app for iPhone and Android, and there are several Alexa-compatible devices that aren't Echo devices.

Can you say Echo instead of Alexa?

Tap the wake word that you'd like to use on your device. You can select from "Alexa," "Amazon," "Echo," and "Computer."

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How do I change Alexa to Echo?

In the side menu, select Settings. Click on one of the devices under Alexa Devices to open the settings specific to that device. Click Wake Word. Click to open the drop-down menu and select either Amazon or Echo.

Can I change Alexa's name to anything I want?

Is there a monthly fee for Alexa?

There is no monthly fee involved in using Alexa. Once you purchase an Amazon Echo device, you have full access to Alexa's AI.

Which Alexa device is best?

What do I need to set up Alexa in my home?

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.

What's difference between Echo and Echo Dot?

The main difference between the echo and Echo Dot is the speaker: The Echo Dot is essentially the top portion of the regular Amazon Echo, without the beefy speaker underneath it. Instead, The Echo Dot is designed to be hooked up to a set of external speakers.

What does an Echo do?

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Does Echo Dot have Alexa?

Echo Dot is a voice-controlled Smart Speaker with Alexa, perfect for any room. Just ask for music, news, information, and more. You can also call almost anyone and control compatible smart home devices with your voice.

Does Alexa work without Internet?

Amazon's Alexa is a device that strictly revolves around Wi-Fi to access everything from Google to various music-streaming services. Without Wi-Fi it is simply impossible to connect to these applications and features.

Why is Alexa called Alexa?

Amazon developers chose the name Alexa because it has a hard consonant with the X, which helps it be recognized with higher precision. They have said the name is reminiscent of the Library of Alexandria, which is also used by Amazon Alexa Internet for the same reason.

Can Alexa turn on my TV?

Connecting Alexa to a generic smart TV

Step 1: Open the Alexa app on your iOS or Android device. Step 2: Tap the Devices tab at the bottom of your screen. Step 3: Choose the + button in the upper-right corner, then select Add Device. Step 4: Scroll down and select TV.

Does Amazon Alexa spy on you?

No, Alexa does not record all your conversations — just some of them. According to Amazon, Alexa records what you say only after the Echo or Alexa-enabled device detects your wake word. Then — or after you press your device's action button — Alexa starts recording your request, sending it up to Amazon's cloud.

How do you get free music on Alexa?

To play music on Alexa for free, you can link another device to your Amazon Echo. Another way is to listen to radio applications like TuneIn Radio or iHeartRadio. Then, you can also try free versions of music streaming services. Examples are Spotify Free, Free Amazon music, or Pandora.

Can Alexa be used 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.

Can Alexa call 911?

You can't ask Alexa to dial 911 or other emergency services directly, unless you have an Echo Connect hooked to a landline phone. You can, however, set up a personal emergency contact and turn on Alexa Guard for home security.

How do you get Alexa to swear at you?

Using the Routine function, you can get Alexa to swear by triggering it through certain commands. To set a swearing routine for Alexa, open your Alexa app for iOS or Android and tap More > Routines. Next, tap the + and type the name for your new routine, such as "Alexa swearing."

What celebrity voices does Alexa have?

Amazon Echo users can currently pick from three celebrity personalities: Samuel L. Jackson, Shaquille O'Neal, and Melissa McCarthy. Each celebrity voice is accessible via a one-time fee of $4.99. These are the steps you need to take to enable celebrity voices on your Amazon Echo device.

What names can you call Alexa?

Finally, here's how to change Alexa's name: Your screen will say “Wake Word,” and offer four different options underneath it. The other options for Alexa's name are “Amazon,” “Echo,” and “Computer.” In a recent addition to the classic options, one can now select “Ziggy” as a new name as well.

What are Alexa's wake words?

"Alexa" is Echo's default wake word, but users can change the default to "Amazon," "Echo," or "Computer" if desired.