When the download is finished (Alexa doesn’t take up that much room), select Launch to begin. Step 3: Set up Alexa Image used with permission by copyright holder ...

Next, it’ll ask to set up the features of your account, and this is where you start to have fun. How much access you give Alexa to information about you determines how much Alexa can help.

Pick a Device to Set Up Echo Setup in iOS (Credit: Eric Griffith) You need an Amazon account to use Alexa, but you don't need Amazon Prime. Sign in on the app. Then click More on the lower right ...

To get started, set up “Hunches” in your Alexa app (iOS, Android). Pull up the app, tap on More in the lower-right corner, tap on Settings, and scroll down a bit.

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Third-party Alexa speakers such as the Fabriq and Eufy Genie won't work, either -- at least not yet. Amazon has a set of software tools planned to help outside developers bring their Alexa devices ...

Echo smart speakers are pretty simple to set up and customize, provided you have an internet connection and the right app. Here's how to have Alexa doing your bidding in no time.