Re: Alexa Device Issues?
Originally Posted by
Artangel
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I need to resurrect this thread as my daughter has bought me an ‘Alexa’ Echo Dot Fourth Generation.
Ted, l have just requested it to play Radio 2 and it is the English station..
I would like some tips on the various things l can use it for, besides, music, reminders, weather, news and recipes.
I was a bit concerned where l read it listens into your conversation and it could be used on the dark web!!!
It also states that you must not keep ‘Alexa’ by a window as it is risking your privacy. It can enable intruders to access your smart speaker and other smart home devices from outside. They may even be able to unlock your car and start it!
Does so many things, Art, my list would be:-
1) I fall down when alone, anywhere in my house, and shout "Alexa Get help". Alexa has been given several numbers and will call them in emergency.
(Tested & works)
2) Reminders - everything from cooking times to prescription taking times, to almost any other time you want to set up.
(tested & works- used every day.)
3) Answer to questions - about geography, weather, calculations, etc.
4) Plays music, various radio stations, etc.
5) Using adapters can control lights, heating, etc.
6)A recipe for dinner? yes!
7) Bus & train times.
I could go on.
Security is not an issue- except when people can hear what you are saying to Alexa. Some say that they see the light come and and that means it's listening - wrong, but it knows when you are in the room .