Connect to Alexa by downloading the app The first step to setting up Alexa is to download the app for Android or iPhone. The first time you sign into Alexa, it’ll ask for your Amazon credentials.

Since launching in 2014, Alexa has grown far beyond its original role as a simple voice assistant for music and reminders. With the rollout of Alexa Plus and new AI-powered tools, it's now a capable ...

Set up Alexa on an Echo Device Before you can use an Amazon Echo device, you need to download and install the Alexa app on a compatible smartphone or tablet, as discussed above.

Amazon's Echo smart speakers and Alexa are a solid alternative to Google Nest and Google Assistant. Here's how multiple people can use an Amazon Echo.

Both parties need to be set up to allow Drop In, and you can find instructions on Amazon’s Alexa support page under Alexa Calling and Messaging. I realize this isn’t a perfect solution.

Before now, only Spotify Premium subscribers could use the music streaming service on Alexa-compatible speakers. Now, you can manipulate your favorite songs, podcasts, and playlists with your ...