Echo Tips: Recent Episodes
New Vision
Brief educational episodes highlighting and demonstrating features of the Amazon Echo. Commands for Alarms, Timers, Phone Calling, reading books, and much more are all laid out by New Vision's technical instructor David Ward. These episodes are especially helpful for new ones to the platform and seniors who are learning how to use their new device.
In this episode we look at a common need, and that is for a super simple stopwatch, and Alexa can help! We also take a look, at our mailbag with a great reminder from a listener about reminders.
In this episode we take a break from the practical, an dip our toes in to straight up fun and gaming with several Tycoon Games! Enjoy!
We've had our FireTV 4k Max (2023 Edition) plugged in for weeks, but never seemed to find the Art Generation feature. Now we have! We revisit the AI Art Demo from Amazon's September announcement, then we demo the feature for you. This weeks album art work was generated using the Alexa AI Art Generation feature, enjoy!
In this episode you'll learn how I used a Broadlink RM4 Mini IR Blaster to control my HVAC unit via voice commands with Alexa. This particular IR blaster could likely be used for a variety of applications, likely remote controlling a wide variety of IR devices.
In this episode, New Vision’s technical instructor, David Ward, dives into the intricacies of setting up and managing reminders on your Amazon Echo device. Whether you’re new to the platform or a seasoned user, understanding how to effectively use reminders can enhance your daily life.
David covers the following key points:
- Creating Reminders: Learn how to set up reminders using voice commands. David walks you through the process step by step, ensuring you can easily create reminders for tasks, appointments, and important events.
- Customizing Reminders: Discover how to customize your reminders. You’ll find out how to specify the date, time, and frequency of reminders. Whether it’s a one-time reminder or a recurring event.
In this omnibus episode, we tackle all the various features and configurations available for the Alarms feature, on your favorite Alexa device. We talk setting them, deleting them, creating repeating alarms, alarms that launch routines, alarms that turn on your lights, and who knows, likely a few other things will be covered as well.
In this episode we catch you up on all the Alexa AI Beta news from several episodes, going all the way back to our first experience in episode 278. We discuss the basics of launching the Beta, the types of information you can solicit, hallucinations, Conversation Mode, new hardware, and child safety features. Check out this omnibus episode to catch up on all the AI goodness!
In this episode we revisit an episode from our archives. Its a classic and historically very popular episode, that deals with how to set your Alexa alarm to wake you up to music, radio stations, and a whole lot more!
In this episode we play with some features in the Alexa AI Beta, which seem to suggest a capacity for various English accents. That right, have your Alexa talk like a southern from deep in Alabama, too a pirate on the high seas, and much more.
It looks like a version of the new AI Voice, for Alexa is here. Back in the September Amazon Event, we were told and even got to hear a small segment of what the new Alexa Voice would sound like, join us as we dive into the Alexa Beta and test out the new voice. Its hard to tell whether this is the same voice demonstrated on stage or a slightly less advanced version, but the natural sounding quality; pronunciation and timing has improved from our dusty old Alexa Voice. So have a listen as we delve into this topic.
In this episode we discuss the Conversation Mode on the newest Echo Show 8 (3rd Generation). How will this influence the natural feel of having a conversation with the Alexa AI Beta? Does it apply outside the Beta? And how do you turn it on? That and more are discussed in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
In this episode we take a look at Amazon's all new Alexa Accessibility Portal, where you can learn about various features and tools that make these devices usable by nearly everyone.
In this episode we revisit Amazon Kids Plus. We take a look at how easy it is to surface content on the Echo, using the Kids Plus features. An annoyance I have with Amazon blocking Podcasts entirely for parents using the free tool, and not granting some sort of whitelisting option.
In this episode we have a listen to two voices for Amazon Kids Plus, subscribers, I'd never heard before. The Tiger and Panda voices. We also, learn Kids can't listen to Podcast, unless their part of the Amazon Kids Plus package. That, an more on this episoe.
In this riveting episode, we delve into the intricate world of Alexa’s AI Beta. Buckle up as we revisit key discussions from previous episodes (286 and 262) and uncover the truth: blocking this elusive Beta is akin to chasing shadows. Blueprints, tools, and even routines stumble in their attempts to shield us from the AI Beta.
Why the fuss? Because Alexa’s Beta isn’t your run-of-the-mill digital assistant. It’s a Pandora’s box that can conjure anything—from innocent queries to downright eyebrow-raising content. Imagine your curious kiddo innocently asking about dinosaurs, only to be presented with fake information or worse presented with inappropriate content, for his age.
But fear not! We’ve got a glimmer of hope: Amazon Kids, the trusty sidekick. It wields the power to thwart Alexa’s Beta, but—brace yourselves—there’s a catch. The Parental Dashboard, designed with all the grace of a hippo on on roller skates, leaves much to be desired. And don’t get us started on Amazon Music’s Explicit Filter—it’s like a sieve trying to catch Niagara Falls.
Our host and fellow listeners are passionate about their Alexa devices. We’re not here to bash them; we’re here because we care. So join us as we navigate the murky waters of AI, parental controls, and the delicate dance between convenience and caution.
HOW TO PROVIDE FEATURE FEEDBACK TO AMAZON
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Open Alexa App
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Go to "More" Button in bottom right.
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Tap on "Help & Feedback", then feedback.
ALTERNATIVELY
- Say to your Echo, "Alexa, feedback".
AMAZON MUSIC FEATURE REQUESTS
https://bit.ly/AmazonMusicFail
In this episode we discuss the newly released Echo Hub. We'll compare it to the Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) and the Echo Show 15.
Additional Resources and Reviews
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-echo-hub-best-features
https://www.thurrott.com/smart-home/298199/amazons-echo-hub-is-now-available-at-179-99
Amazon's September 2023 announcement mentioned a new high quality voice coming to Alexa. Where is it? When will it get here? More importantly, what can we expect, based on other movers and shakers in the field of voice technology. That and more discussed in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
In the 286th episode of the Echo Tips Podcast, hosted by David Ward, we delve into a crucial topic: how to block the new Alexa AI Beta on your Amazon Echo. If you’re concerned about preventing youths or others from encountering explicit language or content, this episode is a must-listen. We explore whether it’s possible to block this beta feature and whether Amazon Kids’ parental filters can provide a safeguard. Tune in to discover practical solutions and insights! 🎙️🔒🔊
For those unfamiliar with the Echo Tips Podcast, it’s a show that offers brief educational episodes highlighting and demonstrating features of the Amazon Echo. David Ward, our technical instructor from New Vision, lays out commands for alarms, timers, phone calling, and even reading books. Whether you’re a new Echo user or a seasoned listener, this podcast provides valuable tips and tricks to enhance your Alexa experience.
Show Notes and Links
Let's Chat Blocker Blueprint
https://a.co/aUpj0cw
You'll need to augment the above with Q&A Blue print. Go to blueprints.amazon.com .
You'll Need these 9 catch phrases that you set a custom response to, like "Your Blocked!".
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Enable Let's Chat
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Enable Let's Chat Skill
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Enable Skill Let's Chat
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Talk to Let's Chat
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Talk to Let's Chat Skill
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Talk to Skill Let's Chat
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Talk Let's Chat
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Talk Let's Chat Skill
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Talk Skill Let's Chat
(Note: Not for certain that the phrase "Talk to" and "Talk" are both needed. One may be sufficient, but in testing we used both.)
In this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast, we look at one of the very first games to demo Amazon's AI Large Language Models. We'll be playing a round of 20 Questions with Volley Inc.'s Amazon Skill called Volley games.
Are you playing with the Alexa Beta, but getting mixed results? If so, we'll show you how to figure out which Beta your on, at any given moment. We will discuss the notion of paying for a smarter AI enhanced Alexa and revisit some of the practical things you could use Character AI for. This an more on this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
In this episode we take a look at the all-new Character.AI Skill that was announced at CES 2024.
PopGun Labs announced during CES 2024 their Splash Music Skill on Alexa. Now using only your voice you can generate a song, lyrics, genre, and more simply via a voice command, using cutting edge AI! Have a listen as we go back down the AI rabbit hole!
As announced in September 2023, Character AI's characters are now available in the Alexa AI Beta. Imagine talking to Abraham Lincoln about a thorny political topic or asking Socrates a philosophical or moral question. Or imagine talking to Wonder Woman or Batman?! That's right, that's available and a whole lot more, check it out on this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
In recent news it was suggested that some advertising firms were selling info based on recordings acquired from 3rd parties. What's the real story about Amazon Echo's Alexa and her privacy controls? How does the technology work? Does she really listen to everything going on and record it? We'll tackle these items one by one and demonstrate some powerful privacy controls that are a single voice command away or a tap of your finger in the Alexa App.
What can the new Alexa AI Chat-Bot really do! Can it pull live content, can it pull website data, can it write a poem, and most importantly does it hallucinate? This an more, in this episode.
We heard back in September about new AI Large Language Model smarts coming to Alexa, an now we have a demo of these new Beta features to share with you! And as best as I can tell, we're the first to discuss and demo these new features.
In this episode we actually setup a Echo Dot that has been factory reset, to give you the feel for the setup process.The trick is making sure bluetooth is turned on, on your tablet or smartphone. This greatly speeds up and simplifies the process.
In this episode we cover how to setup a brand new Echo or Echo Show. The process has changed over time, and we'll mention some handy tips for various situations such as home automation setups & if your buying another Echo to augment your home.
In this episode we take a look at FireTV Stick Deals! And what you need to know, what's a good deal and what's not. FireTV Sticks of coarse have Alexa, with voice commands, which are super useful. We look at a starting price of $24.99 and discuss even why you should look at buying a FireTV stick even if you've already got a smart TV.
In this episode we give a simple run-down or buying guide for the Alexa line of products known as the Amazon Echo & Echo Show. We cover what's old and new, what a good price would be and what is a horrible price! Happy shopping!
We haven't visited this topic in a long time, but there is a wealth of high production choose your own adventure games on the Amazon Echo. In this weeks episdoe we discuss Batman, Superman, Star Finder, and more, as examples of truly amazing choose your own adventure games.
We revisit Notifications, especially with an eye on a new category that was annoying some folks called 'Interesting Stories". We'll discuss how to turn that off and do a high-level review of how Notifications can be useful.
In this episode we take a look at a wake routine bundled with Amazon Kids Plus, that's pretty cute. Alternatively, you could probably roll your own as a parent. We also discuss, a bug, I've seen lately where layered Alexa commands don't seem to work.
Amazon's announced AI and Large Language Models come first to Amazon Kids Plus, a paid for service by parents around the world. In this episode we demo some of its features, some work... some obviously are still a work in progress. See below for some of the latest articles on the topic.
References:
Tech Crunch
https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/25/amazon-brings-conversational-ai-to-kids-with-launch-of-explore-with-alexa/
PC Mag
https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/amazon-echo-show-8-3rd-gen-2023
In this episode, we dive back into the most recent Amazon Event. We take a look at some intriguing announcments, about features coming to the Amazon Echo Shows and Fire TV products which will meke finding your conent that much easier. In fact I'm very impressed by the demo, and I think you will be too!
In this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast, we take a third look at the Amazon Event, and take a peak at what Amazon says is coming for Parents & Children with Alexa, in the near future.
In this episode, we take a second look at Amazon's September Announcements. We learn that at least 25 new historical and other characters with associated voices are coming to Alexa devices in the future, along with more realistic voice inflections. We also surface, a key component in how that conversational mechanism works, an why a new Echo Show might be needed.
In this episode we take a look at Amazon's most recent September event, announcements, and hardware releases. We in particular scrutinize the AI features that are suppose to make Alexa smarter. Lastly, we tell you how to join the "Preview Program", so you can be on the bleeding edge.
In this episode we take a look at a seemingly new feature that allows you to get your reminders broadcast across all your Echos or a select number of them. We also revisit the options for repeating reminders, follow-up mode, and a few other options.
We delve into Timer settings that allow you to get those vital alerts on all your Echos and/or your telephone. Never burn that pizza again!
We delve back into our treasure chest of past episodes and pull out a oldie but a goodie, about Guard Mode. That's right the ability to use your Amazon Echo like a guard dog for your home, to alert you when something might not be right at home.
In this episode we take a deep dive into Amazon Music's Explicit Content Filters, Parental Controls, and utter lack of features compared to some 3rd party services. Did you know you can't block a song, album, or artist! Its true. Even if it was for benign reasons, for example two artist with the the same name, an you simply don't want to hear one but only the other. Or worse yet the Parental Controls don't give you any clear blacklist or white-listing options. No worries Spotify comes to the rescue or does it?
Submit Feature Requests for Amazon Music
https://bit.ly/AmazonMusicFail
In this episode we demonstrate how you can give feedback to your favorite music stations on iHeartRadio and discuss the price hike on Amazon Unlimited Music.
This concludes season 5 of the Echo Tips Podcast. We cover a variety of past demos, just in case you missed them. Also have a listen to our possible new theme music and vote on what you like best.
In this episode we revisit Blueprints. Blueprints allow you to create custom skills for yourself, your family, and/or your business! Formerly covered in episode 154.
What does Amazon's AI, Google BARD AI, and OpenAI's ChatGPT, mean for the A-Lady. After some recent announcements from Google and Amazon about AI an their Virtual Assistants we explore what the future might hold.
Show Notes:
BARD coming to the Google Assistant:
https://www.axios.com/2023/07/31/google-assistant-artificial-intelligence-news
AI Plus Alexa
https://www.axios.com/2023/07/26/amazon-alexa-ai-home
META's AI Personas
https://www.cnet.com/news/social-media/meta-will-let-you-use-ai-chatbots-with-personalities-report-says/
In this episode we take a look at how you can set alarms and timers on other Echos, no matter where they are located. We also revisit the Announcements feature and some new ways it operates.
In this episode we discuss two networks devoted to the vision impaired; namely AMI-Audio and Vision Australia. We also take a look at a set of reoccuring bugs with podcast playback and Audible audiobooks. Lastly, we visit some of the concerning news surrounding Belkin's WEMO and their smart devices.
Link to Stacey's IOT Podcast dealing with WEMO
https://staceyoniot.com/podcast-why-we-think-wemo-is-a-no-go-for-us/
There's some amazing Prime Day Deals, ending on July 12th. We discuss a few and then review the power of Alarms, Timers, and Reminders.
In this episode we revisit the brand new Hey Disney Skill. We take a look at the Disney Stories feature and trivia game.
In this episode you'll learn about the Hey Disney feature called Soundscapes. These can transfer you to a universe of your choosing whether its Disney, Marvel, or Star Wars!
In this episode we introduce you to the all-new Hey Disney! skill. There's a lot going on with this skill, so this is part one of several episodes about the Hey Disney Skill. Below find a list of some of the commands we used and some we'll use in the future.
Hey Disney Feature on Alexa
Alexa, introduce me to Hey Disney
Hey Disney! Start the magic
Hey Disney, what can you do?
Hey Disney! let’s go on an adventure! Hey Disney! play a soundscape
Hey Disney, let's play Trivia
Hey Disney, tell me a story
In this episode we demo the Nature Sounds, Sleep Jar, and Ambient Visions Skills. We also highlight the recent Amazon outages that may have affected Alexa's performance over the past few days.
Ever wanted to remind yourself of something as soon as you got home? What about work? Now you can using location-based reminders. In this episode, we’ll show you how to set up location-based reminders on your Amazon Echo device. Tune in now! From our Archives, previously episode 44.
Tune in to the latest episode of Echo Tips where we discuss Amazon’s recent decision to discontinue its celebrity voices for its virtual assistant. We’ll cover the launch of the feature in 2019 with Samuel L. Jackson’s voice and the addition of Shaq and Melissa McCarthy. We’ll also talk about what this means for users who paid for these voices and what we think the future holds for custom voices on the Amazon Echo. And how AI is going to make our Alexa devices smarter than ever.
Referenced in this Podcast:
The Verge:
https://www.theverge.com/2023/5/30/23742109/amazon-alexa-celebrity-voices-discontinued
VoiceMod's Voice.ai
https://www.voicemod.net/ai-voices/
Get ready for the latest episode of the Echo Tips Podcast! This week, we’re diving into the exciting new features of the Echo Pop and the newly revised Echo Show 5. Tune in to learn all about these amazing devices and how they can enhance your smart home experience. Don’t miss it!
Are you tired of missing your favorite TV shows? Tune in to the latest episode of the Echo Tips Podcast to learn how your Echo can help you stay on top of TV schedules and never miss a show again!
This was one of our most popular podcast episodes of all time! So we dusted it off and brought it back for your listening pleasure, plus we mention some of the latest features that are now available that weren't then.
We cover several topics this week, we talk about Amazon's announcements, concerning MATTER suport, we take a look at AutoPlay again, and test how well Dave knows his Alexa!
In this week we take a look at a variety of Music features, including AutoPlay, Move Here, and Explicit Lyric Filters. Music partially played in this demo is from Jonathan Coulton; you can find his music at https://www.jonathancoulton.com/ .
We try out the new Oracle of Light Advanced Mode, for $1.69 a month (Prime Members), we get access to longer answers and context awareness. Listen as I generate a poem, and quiz the oracle on Star Trek trivia.
We've talked about Alarms in episodes 1, 2, 117, 228, and 240. Today we address a seeingly new feature the ability to schedule a alarm for a specific date months into the future! Prior to this you'd have to use reminders or the calendar to schedule something out that far.
In this episode we take a look at how your Echo can now remember the volume level you had on an associated Bluetooth speaker and we look at how to look at your activity history.
Have alarms with custom jingles for every occasion! Learn how in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast. We build on episodes 1, 2, 228, and 229.
In this episode we take a look at simple audio first fitness and exercise skills. We demo how to find such skills and two skills in particular. Both of these skills seem pretty good with verbal directions as to the nature of the workout or stretches. Which allows you to follow along, even if you're unfamiliar with that exercise routine.
In this episode we take a look at follow-up mode again for reminders. Previously, in episode 222, we learned how you can be reminded on a hourly basis but today we'll learn how you can get a daily reminder to follow-up on that task you haven't completed.
We demo playing local, national, and international news. We also discuss some of the features on the News settings in the Alexa App.
Parents, are you struggling to find tools and games to engage your kids in learning? Learn how your Amazon Echo, can help direct your kids to learning skills, so they can get that next A+ on their report card!
In this episode we cover a free short stories feature from Audible. We also briefly mention the Sparx Chat GPT Skill and a follow up from the former episode about the all-new Follow Updates Mode.
In this episode we demo talking to the Oracle of Light Skill, which purports to use OpenAI's ChatGPT, to answer complex questions. Is this the future? Let's find out.
Discovered this seemingly new feature, called Follow Updates. We've also got a bonus for you, where we revisit the Echo Show Podcast, where David was recently interviewed.
Home automation doesn't have to be hard! In fact, it can be super fun and practical. Learn how my purple porch light has made sure my delicious pizza made it to the right dwelling.
Why did I replace all my 2021 Echo Dots with 2022 models? You'll find out in this episode!
In this week's episode we take a look at a Premium Paid Alarm tones and find them lacking. But that's not all! We have a hack for you that will quench your thirst for exotic Alarm tones.
In this week's episode we delve into Character Alarms for kids, connected with the Amazon Kiks+ service.
In this episode we cover three powerful settings for those who have first setup their new Amazon Echos. We cover Wake Words, Chaing the Voice, and more.
In this episode we take a look at two games that are part of the Amazon Kids+ premium skills for kids. We'll look at Star Wars: Sound Journeys and Marvel's Project Mind.
In this episode we delve back into the Amazon Kids+ service, for little Johnny. We take a look at voices again, story time, news, and a super cool literacy feature for kids.
These new character voices for kids are pretty wild. They are only available to Amazon Kids+ subscribers.
These 7 voices or accents have been around for a while, but now you can easily switch to them with a simple verbal command. Thanks to Shaun, of Shaun of the Shed for mentioning this recently. #FriendOfTheShed
In this episode we discuss the all-new follow-up mode for reminders. This allows you to receive prompts every hour after a reminder goes off, to confirm that you actually completed the task! We'll also look at how to remind little Johnny to take out the trash and no bother everyone else in the family with that specific reminder.
In this episode you learn about the typical retail prices for the various Echos, so you'll know a deal when you see it. We'll also compare some basic feature differences and cover a new feature on the Echo 15.
Apple's Podcasting database is the granddaddy of them all. Learn in this episode about the new resume feature, podcast placement sync, and setting Apple Podcasts as your default podcast search provider.
In this episode we discuss the new music features of Amazon Music Prime and compare it to the Unlimited Music package.
In this episode, I take the podcast home to demo my brand-new Haiar Over-the-range Microwave, which supports Alexa control, via the SmartHQ Skill from GE Appliances.
During Amazon's recent announcements, they mentioned updates to Amazon Kids to make Alexa more kid friendly and educational. Learn more in this episode.
In this episode we take a look at the all-new rain and snow notifications. We also review the long standing severe weather alerts, since it seemed appropriate.
During the Amazon Event, in September, several new Echo Dots were announced. Learn all about the new 5th generation Echo Dots, in this episode.
The SongPop Trivia game has a ten-year history and has won awards, now it is on the Amazon Echo! Listen as David demo's this fun filled game, that will work your brain to the max!
In this episode we demonstrate how to reboot your Amazon Echo hands free using a routine and smart-plug. We also introduce a new segment, called "Amazon Why Not?".
In this episode learn about how to pull from various podcast databases, on your Amazon Echo. Learn how to play a previous episode or even by episode number. Or if you don't know what to listen too, learn how to search for podcasts by a given category or genre.
Voice Pad is a powerful but simple tool that allows you to dictate a note or message and then have it sent to your email. Easy-peasy.
This week we take a look at the Samuel L. Jackson Trivia game and the Quiz of the Day Skill.
In this episode you'll learn about Photo Frame mode, a feature originally unique to the Echo Show 15, but now available on all modern Echo Shows. This feature allows you photos to be viewed in all their glory minus the time and annoying news blurbs covering them up.
Link to Website Mentioned in Podcast:
About Amazon Blog Website with Alexa Updates
I've used this feature since the beginning. But only recently learned you could invoke it via voice.
Learn how I use People Detection, Routines, and Smart Plugs to make a apartment seem dwelled in, even when I'm not around.
In this episode we highlight the Dot to Dot podcast which is passing 2,000 episodes this week. It is a powerful resource for learning about Alexa Skills.
In this episode we compare the Echo Show to the Google Nest Hub. We'll highlight two features that differentiate the Nest Hub from the Echo Show. We'll try to revisit this topic, since there's a lot more to say.
In this episode you'll learn about live captioning of a video call that can be placed on your Amazon Echo Show. Additionally, you can change the font, font size, font color, and background to aid easier viewing.
In this week's episode we review the Braille Bot and Braille Dots Skills. One serves as a reference tool and the other is a game to help with learning various Braille symbols.
In this week's episode we cover additional educational skills on the Amazon Echo. These might be good for pre-schoolers, kindergartens, and more.
In this episode we look at three Skills that might be useful for your little ones. Aiding them with letters, numbers, counting, and more.
In this episode we review a number of sleep sound skills available on the Alexa Store. I even have a recommendation in here for my dear Uncle Todd. Enjoy!
In an effort to help a client who wanted to see folks on her big screen TV, we came up with this solution for Zoom Meetings.
In this episode we go back to episode 56, a super popular episode about Old Time Radio.
Trying to listen to an old episode of a podcast? Learn how you can tell your Echo to play a specific episode.
In the April Alex Blog Roundup, Amazon discussed this new feature. Which allows a Ring Video Doorbell and soon a Google Nest Camera to send an alert to your Amazon Echo when a person or package is detected. Follow along as we discuss the step-by-step guide at bit.ly/frontdooralexa
Want to dip your toes into home automation? Learn how your Echo can detect people in the room or when its empty; an respond accordingly. In today's episode we demo an Echo Show 10 using its camera for occupancy detection but hopefully we'll give the Echo Dot a try in the future. And see how the ultrasonic detection works in comparison.
Battling Allergies? Learn how your Amazon Echo can reveal the pollen count for the day in your area! We will also look at how you can learn about the current air quality in your area.
Learn how you can get your reminders sent to your phone via a text message! Great for folks who don't have a smartphone.
Want to save a buck or two? Learn how your Amazon Echo can give you notice that an item in your wish list or cart is about to go on sale. [Revision: An Edit was added to this episode on 4/13/2022 at 9:45am EST, highlighting that this feature is advertised as a Amazon Prime feature.]
Trying to diet? Learn how your Amazon Echo can help you with food facts, so you know what you're eating!
In this episode we discuss the new "Notify When Nearby" accessibility feature. Ever missed a notification on your Amazon Echo; can't see the yellow ring spinning to indicate you've missed something. If so, this feature is for you and really anyone who doesn't want to miss their important notifications.
In this episode learn how your Amazon Echo can help connect your symptoms to possible causes.
Learn some of the verbal commands you can use with your Echo Show 10 with Motion. You can easily toggle this feature on and off; and a whole lot more.
In this episode learn all about the "Alexa Answers" service and how it can aid Alexa to answer those odd-ball questions. Also how you can be a contributor and make Alexa smarter. To learn more, check out the website: https://alexaanswers.amazon.com/
In this episode learn how you can control for how long your Amazon Echo retains voice recordings in the cloud and whether human curation is allowed, to make Alexa smarter. In episode 181 we cover additional privacy controls, so if you missed that, please go back and give that a listen.
Move over Hal 9000, Alexa is going to space! Learn about how Alexa is going to the moon on an upcoming NASA mission, and how you can stay in the loop on what's happening with the mission.
We dive into privacy controls for your Amazon Echo, that you can interact with purely by your voice.
Are you trying to keep up with the Olympic Games? If so check out this episode where we demo several different ways to stay informed.
Learn how to make Alexa less chatty, especially with home automation tasks. In this episode we test the Brief Mode on the Amazon Echo using a smart plug.
The Blue Ridge Reading skill serves Virginians who are blind, visually impaired or otherwise can't access print reading materials by reading local newspapers, magazines and other publications. Use this skill to access the live stream, hear the daily schedule or listen to recent programs or podcasts. The Blue Ridge Reading Service Alexa Skill is provided by WVTF and New Vision at Goodwill®. WVTF is a non-profit that relies on volunteers and financial donations. New Vision at Goodwill® is proud to aid WVTF in supplying this service. Goodwill Industries of the Valleys is a non-profit organization serving Central, Southwest, and Southside Virginia.
New Vision at Goodwill seeks to promote independence and equality for people who are blind and visually impaired. We educate, inform, and provide resources, so people with visual impairments can live their fullest lives. To learn more about our other services see the website.www.goodwillvalleys.com/newvision
Learn how your Amazon Echo can learn from your food preferences so it can better recommend recipes that fit your diet! That's right Keto, Vegan, Kosher, and More!
In this episode we demo two different Alexa Skills that can aid you in Bible reading from various Translations and Versions. We also discuss how you could listen to a Kindle or Audible version of the Bible.
Many folks are buying or being gifted a New Amazon Echo this time of year. In this episode we revisit some of the basics of setting up an Amazon Echo and how it varies from an Echo to and Echo Show device.
Are you a new Amazon Echo owner? If so learn about these five musts for any Echo owner to know. From changing your Echo's voice to setting a weekly reminder to take out the garbage!
Amazon announced its all new Alexa Together service this past fall. We'll look at the cost and new features that go beyond that of the original CareHub. Alexa Together provides new features for seniors and caregivers.
In this episode we tackle some new pharmacy integrations highlighted in the Amazon Monthly Round Up for the month of November. At this time this seems to be a U.S.A. only feature, sorry international listeners!
Been having internet connectivity issues with your Amazon Echo? Learn how your Echo can help diagnosis problems and make suggestions, in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
Learn about a wide variety of screensaver skills on the Amazon Echo Show line of devices.
In this episode we demo the all new "Move Your Music" feature. Where you can move your music, podcast, or similar material from one Echo to another Echo. Attribution to a small clip of Windows Weekly Podcast used in this demo. Learn more info about this podcast at https://twit/tv and/or https://twit.tv/ww
Trying to keep up with your favoirte football teams? If so check out the all new Two-Minute Drill feature for you football fans!
Learn about the all new accessibility feature called Adaptive Listening. We'll talk about how you can use an Echo Remote and Follow-Up mode to augment the Adaptive Listening feature as well.
In this episode you'll learn how your Amazon Echo can assist you in learning about local outdoor public spaces and resources.
Here's a gem from our archives that was very popular, I'm glad I found the cassette tape in the bottom of my desk. Enjoy!
In this episode we talk about the new Amazon Drone, Astro Robot, and the Amazon Glow for Kids.
In this episode you'll hear about some of the latest announcements from Amazon. We'll in particular take a look at the new Echo Show 15.
We're not the only game in town. The fantastic podcasts by Shaun Preece, Robin Christopherson, and Teri Fisher. Learn about the Dot to Dot, The Echo Show, and the Voice in Canada podcasts.
Have a child in school? If so you might find the Bamboo Learning Skill especially helpful! Learn more about it in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
Do you have students in your home? If so you might find this new discovery tool helpful.
Learn all about the brand new Alexa Transit feature, in this episode! This US only feature, helps you identify local public transit schedules that might aid you getting to a point of interest or back home or to work.
Learn about the all new Adaptive Volume feature. This feature allows Alexa to dynamically adjust her voice volume level so that she can be overheard when there's a crowd, a noisy dishwasher, or whatever going on in the background.
In this episode we'll look at a blueprint for parents with kids in school. Its the School Schedule Blueprint. Blueprints allow you to create custom turn-key skills for your household.
Learn how to talk to Alexa on your iPhone via the all new Alexa Widget! Learn all about it in this episode.
I missed it earlier, hence we're revisiting it in this episode. You can make changes to the wake word and Alexa voice purely by voice and no need to use the App.
In this episode we discuss the generic features of blueprints, we give examples, and discuss how to enable and configure one tailored to your needs. In a future episode will look at setting up a blueprint and discuss how you can share the blueprint with others.
It is finally here! A new masculine-sounding voice for the Amazon Echo. Additionally, we get a new wake word option, Ziggy. I'm pretty sure Ziggy is a nod to the Super AI Computer off the hit Sci-Fi TV Series Quantum Leap.
Have you had your internet go out! An wish you could still use your Amazon Echo or control some of the smart things around your house. If so learn about Local Voice Control on the Echo, in this episode.
Send your friends a video voicemail, using this all new feature released in June of 2020.
The new 4th generation Amazon Echos were released in the fall of 2020. Learn about the changes in this episode.
Learn how your Echo can respond to a dog barking, or a baby crying, and a whole lot more in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast!
Working from home? Dealing with other stresses related to time management, family, health, and the like? Check out this new feature on the Echo that can help you learn helpful tips to cope better day by day.
Check out this all new feature that allows you and family to collaborate on your shopping list.
In this episode we discuss the newly released Echo Show 5 and 8 (shipped June 2021). We also look at the Echo Show 10 again, which was released in February 2021.
In this episode we roll back to episode 80, all about getting notifications on your Amazon Echo!
We're dusting off this popular episode about the Sports Update Feature on the Amazon Echo. Learn how to keep up with your favorite sports!
Run out of shows to watch in your favorite series? Looking for a new drama, family series, or perhaps something else? Learn how your Echo Show can help in this episode.
Need to get a COVID-19 vaccine? Learn how your Echo can help you locate a vaccination center near you!
In this episode we'll discuss how you can use the UV Index to help protect you and your family during those sunny days. Also two methods to determine why Alexa responds the way she does sometimes; what did she think she heard? Check it out, in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
In this weeks episode we'll demonstrate using Alexa routines to create a panic alarm and/or a gag recording notification.
In episode 42 we originally discussed the NFB Newsline Skill, but now we're revisiting it. We're also taking a look at some of its more advanced and less known features. The NFB Newsline Skill is designed for those with print disabilities and requires you to be registered with the service. You can find out additional information about the service at www.nfbnewsline.org.
Love that tune? Want to share it with a friend? Learn how in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast!
Don't ever miss that medication reminder again! In this episode learn how to tailor your notifications to turbo charge your reminders! We'll discuss how to set your reminders to go off more than the typical two times, and how to receive your reminders on all your Amazon Echos at once. Additionally, we'll show you how to enable those reminders to appear on your phone, for those times when your away from the house. That an more on this episode!
In this episode we revisit the notifications settings. Learn how to have your notifications go off more than twice or how to have them announced on all your Echos at once.
Need to get a COVID-19 test? Learn how your Amazon Echo can tell you of nearby testing centers! Additionally, if vaccine trials are being conducted in your area you can learn about that as well.
This week will be stretching our brain muscles with this engaging trivia game based on the famous TV show.
Did you know you can use Alexa on your Windows 10 PC? Guess what you can. Learn how in this episode and the hardware you might need to make it a good experience.
Last week we discussed the all new custom alarm tones. This week we discuss how to find and purchase them. We'll highlight how to do it verbally or to use a Fire tablet or Android device to purchase these tones.
In this episode learn about the new paid-for and free custom alarm tones you can set on your Amazon Echo. When this feature debuted Amazon highlighted a Jurassic World, SpogeBob, and Minions alarm tones as options.
In this episode we discuss the all new Care Hub feature. This feature allows caregivers and those needing assistance to connect through the Amazon Alexa accounts. Want to know when mom gets going in the morning? This feature could help you with that. Want to be able to call her on her Echo or have you designated as an emergency contact; this feature could help. All the while, Amazon has been very attentive to privacy with the design of this feature. Learn more, have a listen, and please subscribe in your podcast player of choice.
We're diving into our archives to bring out this gem. This episode had roughly 4 times the number of listeners than our average episode; so I know it was popular. So we've knocked off a bit of the dust and brought it back. Learn about searching your connected cloud calendar using nothing but your voice.
This episode is pulled from our archives and will be a good lead into the barcode scanning feature we'll discuss in a future episode. The Show and Tell feature is designed for the visually impaired, to help identify pantry items.
In this episode we rollback to a goodie from late 2019, that may aid you in finding podcats you've never heard of, based simply on the category of the podcast.
For many years you could add items to a shopping list or a to do list. Now you can create your own personal lists. Learn how it all works in this episode, along with the basics of deleting and clearing items from a list.
In this episode we'll highlight newsletter resources, blogs, and a new podcast that all teach you new and exciting things about your Amazon Echo. In particular we'll play a sample from the new Echo Show Podcast, with co-hosts Shaun Preece and Robin Christopherson.
Have Alexa drop some topical limericks on you. We have her tell us a dog and Star Trek limerick in this episode.
Learn about the new Alexa Live Translate feature. This feature is presently only available in the USA.
On this episode learn about how to check your availability on your linked Cloud Calendar on your Amazon Echo. We'll also tackle how to change an appointment that's already been scheduled.
In this episode learn about how your Echo can be setup to contact a family member in an emergency situation.
In times past you had to use the Alexa App to change the alarm volume. In this episode, you'll learn how to modify the alarm volume verbally.
Learn about some of the new features in the newly released Echo products from Amazon. We'll discuss the new Amazon Echo Show 10 Motion which has person tracking built in.
In this episode learn how to enable severe weather alert notifications on your Amazon Echo.
In this weeks episode we'll dive back into the accessibility features of the Amazon Echo Show. We'll be looking at a feature that allows you to create on-screen buttons that invoke what would otherwise be a verbal command. This may be especially useful for those with disabilities or illnesses that affect their ability to give verbal commands.
In this episode learn about two different captioning features for those wit hearing impairments. This is part 4 of our continuing series about accessibility features on the Amazon Echo Show line of devices.
In this episode we'll discuss the Color Inversion and Color Correction options on the Amazon Echo Show.
This is our second part of a two part series on accessibility features on the Amazon Echo Show. In this episode will discuss the VoiceView accessibility feature for those with visual impairments.
In this episode we'll discuss the Zoom feature on the Amazon Echo Show. This is an accessibility feature that allows you to magnify content on the screen.
The Samuel L. Jackson skill has a new update that allows you to set your wake word to "Hey, Samuel" learn how to enable this new feature in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
Learn about podcasts that can aid you in exploring the full capability of your Amazon Echo, in this popular episode from our archives.
Want to find out what's on TV? Check out this extremely popular episode from our archives.
Here's another episode for Activity Directors in senior living environments. In this episode you'll learn about things you can do to prevent the theft or abuse of the Echo. Wall Mounts, desk mounts, plexiglass, restriction plates, and a whole lot more are discussed in this episode.
In this episode we'll talk about locking down the Amazon Echo for Parents. If you'd like to prevent abuse or adult content from coming up on your Amazon Echo this is the episode for you. Or if you want to prevent little Johnny from buying an Xbox using the family Echo, this too, is the episode for you.
Would you like to restrict purchasing, phone calls, explicit videos, or explicit songs from being utilized by just anyone who walks up to your Amazon Echo. Learn how in this episode. This episode is especially designed with Activity Directors in mind who coordinate programs and services for seniors an may want to use the Echo as a public kiosk tool.
In this episode you'll learn about a feature developed by Amazon in conjunction with the CDC (Centers for Disease Control). This allows you to triage symptoms and circumstances to give you a better idea if you're at a high ricks of having contracted COVID-19. In different regions of the world Amazon has drawn on other public health resources. Learn more about this feature in this episode.
Did you know your Echo can give you cleaning and sanitizing tips? Well it can. In this episode you'll learn how to surface those tips and become a cleaning ninja!
In this episode we geek out a bit with some Science Fiction features on your Amazon Echo.
Are you an Activity Director at a senior living facility? If so you might find the video conferencing features in the Echo tremendously helpful. Learn more in this episode. This serves as part two of of a multipart series about how the Amazon Echo can be used in senior living environments.
How might Activity Directors put the Amazon Echo to work for them, in aiding the seniors they serve in assisted living environments? Learn more about how the Echo can serve as a public kiosk in these sorts of environments.
Do you enjoy listening or watching TED Talks? If so, then this is the skill for you. Do it from your Echo now!
This Short Bedtime Stories Skill is great for parents and kids alike. You'll find it super versatile even allowing you to name some of the characters in your story; an providing fantasy, adventure, and science fiction options. Great for boys and girls of all ages.
This is a powerful weather skill that even adds in sound effects depending on the forecast. If your a weather geek, this is the skill for you.
Tired of listening to the same old tunes? Try out the Song ID Feature on the Amazon Echo; an cue up a Amazon Station or Playlist. As you are presented with new songs you'll have the vital details announced before each song. This allows you the opportunity to expand your knowledge of artists you enjoy. Pair with "Alexa, play more music by this artists" or "Alexa, I like this song" to zero in on a specific artists or grow your personal music library.
Once you've enabled Amazon Calling using a telephone number that can receive texts your off to the races in using Amazon Calling on your Amazon Echo. This is a terribly powerful feature, that is totally free. It doesn't use your data or minutes on your cell phone. Additionally, we'll talk about connecting your address book for quick calling, the drop-in feature, dialing numbers during a call, and using the yellow pages to place a call. Oh, I almost forgot, we'll discuss video conferencing as well.
Due to COVID-19 many are having to work from home; but how can you stay in touch? Whether it be with workmates, family, or the like? In part one of "Staying in Touch" will revisit the use of Skype on the Amazon Echo.
Episode 42 was one of our most popular episodes, dealing with the NFB Newsline skill. So we thought we'd bring it back for some of our listeners who didn't get to hear it the first go around. Additionally, with the COVID-19 pandemic people are struggling to stay informed. This is a fantastic tool for those with print impairments, those who are Blind, and for the visually impaired.
Many are working from home due to COVID-19. Children may be taking online classes at home. No matter what your circumstances keeping a good routine and schedule is important. In this episode you'll learn about using your cloud calendar on your Amazon Echo. We'll be discussing how you can search for and delete items off your calendar.
With COVID-19 affecting our listeners around the world, we thought it would be good to bring you some specific skills or features that help you during this pandemic. We'll tackle how to donate to a COVID-19 charity, stay informed about COVID-19 news, and a cute feature that can help kids and adults alike wash their hands more effectively.
Learn how to have the Samuel L. Jackson skill read out your daily calendar and other facts.
This is part two of a two part series on playing Amazon Prime Video on your Amazon Echo Show.
We'll discuss playing Amazon Prime Video on your Amazon Echo Show this week, in part 1 of this two part series.
Learn about the difference between the Amazon Echo and the Amazon Echo Show line of devices.
Learn about definitions, spelling, synonyms, antonyms, and rhyming words in this episode.
Did you know your Amazon Echo has a "Do Not Disturb" mode? Learn all about it in this episode.
Learn about how your Amazon Echo can notify you about specific things happening, without your prompting her.
In this episode you'll see me have a conversation with my Echo. I do so using a artificial intelligence skill designed for conversations.
In this episode you'll learn about the sleep timer a very versatile tool with music, podcasts, and books.
In this episode learn about odd ball ways of playing music by genre, decade, year, and even by lyrics.
How can you Amazon Echo utilize Bluetooth? We'll discuss headphones, speakers, and music synchronization that all utilize the Bluetooth functionality on the Amazon Echo.
Interested in giving us some feedback? Have a question about your Amazon Echo? In this episode will discuss how you can communicate those to us, at the Echo Tips Podcast.
Have a student in the house trying to learn Spanish? Is your family bilingual? If so you might find the new multilingual support on the Amazon Echo super helpful. Learn more in this episode.
Are you busy and can't write something down? If so, no worries, have your Echo take a note for you. This is a super cool feature and allows you to surface the info anytime in the future. Learn more about taking notes in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
In this episode will highlight some new and easier ways to surface food recipes. You'll learn about ingredients, cooking directions, and even how to order the ingredients on Amazon.
Are you dieting? Are you diabetic or otherwise watching your Carbs? In this episode, of Echo Tips, we'll learn how to surface those food facts so you can stay informed about what's in your food.
In this episode you'll learn about buying and tracking items you've purchased on Amazon. We'll even discuss how to simply re-order an item you've previously purchased.
Want to find out what's playing at the local theater? Need to know what time the movie starts? What about the rating of a movie? This and a whole lot more can be surfaced by asking your Amazon Echo. Learn how in this episode.
Does that pizza need another 5 minutes? If so how do you adjust your Amazon Echo's timer so it won't go off for another 5 minutes. In this episode of Echo Tips you'll learn how.
In this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast you'll learn about searching for podcasts by category. We'll demonstrate how to search for a news, technology, and medical podcast using this feature.
Learn about some of the new Amazon Echo devices announced during Amazon's Fall press event.
On this special episode of the Echo Tips Podcast we'll be learning about the Radio Reading Service and a powerful skill that can bring it to your very own Echo. The Radio Reading Services, from across the United States, serve as an audible information service for the blind, vision impaired, and those with print disabilities. We'll learn about an Amazon Echo Skill that makes playing private internet streams, like our very own local reading service stream, or other private podcast feeds possible.
Busy washing dishes when a reminder goes off. Need to postpone that reminder so you don't forget. In this episode you'll learn how.
On this episode David demonstrates a new feature called Show and Tell. This feature, found on select Amazon Echo Shows, allows for a blind or visually impaired individual to use their Echo to identify pantry items.
Ever wondered what happens to all those crazy questions you've asked your Amazon Echo? Learn about some new privacy options and settings that are available on your Amazon Echo, in this episode.
Ever wanted to listen to live news as its happening? Learn in this episode how to do just that with you Amazon Echo.
Want to be alerted when something fishy might be going on at your home when your out an about? Learn about Guard Mode in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast. Where we discuss how the Amazon Echo can become your adhoc security system.
We've discussed Alarms, Timers, and Reminders before in season 1. But learn in this episode the wonderful snooze feature and how to adjust timers that are already running.
Check out this engaging episode where you'll learn about choose your own adventure games on the Amazon Echo. Play the role of a police detective or a super spy are just two examples of games we'll look at.
That's right your Amazon Echo has access to another virtual assistant, called Cortana. Learn how to use this other virtual assistant in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
Do you miss those old time radio shows? Learn in this episode how to listen to the Lone Ranger, Perry Mason, Gun Smoke, Superman, and a whole lot more on your Amazon Echo.
Battle against the banker in this classic game "Deal or No Deal". Learn more by listening to this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
Learn about how to keep To-Do and Shopping lists on your Amazon Echo. It is easier than ever to delete items as well using nothing but your voice. Learn more on this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
Have you ever wanted all you Echos in your house to play the same music and in sync? Basically like one wireless stereo system. You can with the Audio groups feature in your Amazon Echo. Learn how in this episode.
Have you ever wished your Echo could do a series of things without your prompting? Meet Routines. Routines allow you to setup a series of commands that can be carried out with a single verbal command. Learn more in this episode.
Have you ever wanted to let everybody know in the house that dinner was ready? What about that its time to leave for school? With the Amazon Echo's announcement feature you can do all that an more. Check out this episode to learn more.
Did you know you can whisper to your Amazon Echo? And more importantly did you know she can whisper back? Learn more about this crazy feature, on this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
Ever wondered how bad the traffic will be for your commute? Did you know you can ask your Echo? Learn how, in this episode of the Echo Tips Podcast.
Want to keep up with your favorite sports teams? Check out this episode where we discuss the sports update feature built into the Amazon Echo.
This new feature allows you to check you email with certain providers using nothing but your voice. There's much more, so have a listen.
Ever wanted to remind yourself of something soon as you got home? What about work? Now you can using location based reminders.
In this episode we'll discuss the new Skype feature that allows you to place calls or video conference calls using the Microsoft Skype service.
In this episode we discuss a skill that is very useful to those with visual impairments or other print disabilities; namely the NFB Newsline Skill. The National Federation of the Blind, or NFB, has spear-headed this nationwide service for many years and it is better than ever. It has over 500 publications you can now listen to on your Echo or touch-tone telephone.
In this episode will talk about the devices that can work with you Amazon Echo. We'll discuss smart-plugs, thermostats, and microwaves.
In this episode will discuss a lot of the unique hardware options that are available in the Amazon Echo product line.
Learn about new features connected with placing phone calls on your Amazon Echo. Now you can call numbers listed yellow pages.
Trying to learn all that you can do on your Amazon Echo? There's other resources out there and in this episode you'll learn about a few of them.
In this episode learn about a new feature that allows you to change the playback speed of audio books from Audible.
In Episode 17 we discussed adding and deleting appointments to your calendar. But what about finding those appointments after you've put them on your calendar. In this episode learn about searching your calendar and reminders to find that critical item you need.
We talked in Episode 14 and 19 about playing podcasts and audio books. But now there's some new features that make it much easier to navigate those big episodes.
Interested in looking up a local business's phone number? Last year in episode 9, we discussed ways to do just that. But new features are hear that allow us to call those numbers right from our Echo. Have a listen as David dives into this new feature.
In this episode David discusses how to connect your traditional Echo device to a new Wifi access point. Sometimes you change service providers or move you Echo to a new location; under such circumstances you'll likely need to follow these steps. This begins season 2 of the Echo Tips Podcast.
In this episode David explains several different ways and new ways to setup your Amazon Echo. This includes the Echo Show, Spot, Tap, Dot, and the original.
We discuss using your Amazon Echo to call another friends Amazon Echo or for them to receive or place a call using there Alexa App.
In this episode we discuss the settings panel for your Amazon Echo; both on the website and Alexa App.
In this episode we discuss using the To Do list and Shopping list features on your Amazon Echo.
In this episode we'll talk about using you Echo for things of chance. Namely tossing a coin, or picking a card, or throwing some dice.
This episode discusses how to use the Bible App Skill. Much easier than those old cassette tapes we used years ago; an this Skill is a popular favorite with may of our Amazon Echo recipients.
What are Amazon Echo Skills? David discusses enabling and using various skills. The WebMD and Bible App Skills are discussed as examples.
In this episode David discusses using your Amazon Echo to read Kindle books and Audible books. David also discusses a way to get Audible books at a discounted rate.
Discusses changing your wake word and using a remote control with your Amazon Echo device.
Learn about connecting your Amazon Echo to a 3rd party cloud calendar service. We'll mention some of the limitations and powerful sync'ing capabilities of cloud calendars.
How to use the Flash Briefing feature on your Amazon Echo device. How it works, how to add items, and local content that might be available.
Do you miss that favorite radio station where you grew up? This might be your chance to start listening to it again. Learn how to use your Echo to listen to live radio stations from around the world.
Learn how to use your Echo to check the spelling of words, their definiition, and even how they are pronounced.
Discusses using your Amazon Echo to lookup local phone numbers for businesses. Other information including addresses and the hours of some businesses are also available.
It may seem simple but in this episode will talk about getting a multi-day forcast. Additionally, specific questions you can ask like "is it raining?" and the like.
Wit this episdoe learn about Timers that announce what their for. I often use this for coffee at work. As an example, "Alexa, create a timer for 5 minutes called coffee is done".
Repeating Reminders are discussed. A powerful tool for medication reminders or that event you need to be reminded of every Thursday.
David discusses using repeating alarms; and how they over come the 24hr limitation on typical alarms.
How to add alarms, check already set alarms, and delete alarms on the Echo. Limitations are also discussed.