Alexa

Image: Amazon                                           Here are some disadvantages of having an Alexa home:  Having an Alexa home will definitely slower the Wifi usage. If you are to use Alexa for streaming video, listening to music, video chatting and other similar uses; then it will definitely slower the internet connection.  Alexa could be dangerous! Placing Alexa in certain areas of your house can jeopardize your privacy, security or even cause damage to your Echo.  Another con is that anyone can access Alexa. Just by saying the magic word "Alexa" and it will operate immediately.  It takes several days to install the latest software update into the device.  Amazon Alexa is expensive to purchase. Kelly, S.K, 2020. Vision Aware.  https://visionaware.org/everyday-living/helpful-products/using-a-computer/comparing-digital-personal-assistants/

           Some of the best of Alexa's Skills: You don't need your hands while making commands on Alexa. This means while working on an important task, cooking in the kitchen, or even taking care of your child you just have to speak out loud and Alexa is at your disposal. For instance, if you are in the kitchen confused about what to cook, you can ask Alexa to give you some advice and ideas.  Another great feature about Alexa is that it can send virtual hugs to any of your Alexa contact.  Not every household speak the same language, so if you happen to live somewhere where members of the family are fluent in more than just one language, Alexa has a mode built just for you. Multilingual Mode is one of Alexa's best features because it will talk to you and understand either dialect.  During the tough lockdowns we are going through, it is very important to find something that will entertain you. Alexa has it for you. You are able to play music, s...

Technical Details of the Alexa Device        Following are Technical Details of this device:  There is an Action button  A Volume up and down button  A light ring is available on this device  Microphone Array  Microphone off button  A power port  Echo Shell  Audio Output  Vigliarolo, B.V. September 24. Amazon Echo: Cheat Sheet.  https://www.techrepublic.com/article/amazon-echo-the-smart-persons-guide/

        Here are some Tips and Tricks to help you get the most of your Alexa Devices:   Alexa can make to do lists  Alexa can set alarms  Stream Podcasts  Play Audiobooks  Provides weather, traffic, sports and other real information such as news Alexa can control several smart devices using itself as a home automation system  Alexa can tell your kids some bedtime stories Place Alexa in the right corner of your home! For instance place Alexa on the corner of your living room away from windows, on the side of the table, on a wall that is not facing a window, or on the edge of your kitchen counter far from the sink.             Conner, K.C, November 18 2019, Cnet.com.  https://www.cnet.com/how-to/4-places-to-avoid-putting-your-amazon-echo-in-your-home/