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How to set-up a Philips Hue Spotify integration to create a party atmosphere
By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated
Philips Hue smart light can be synced with Spotify - changing color and rhythm to suit the genre and mood of the music playing.
How to use Alexa to make phone calls on an Amazon Echo
By Olivia Tambini, Alistair Charlton published
Updated No matter where in the world you are, you can use Amazon Echo smart speakers and smart displays to make calls to friends and family, including those that don’t have an Echo in their home.
What is Alexa Conversation Mode and how does it work?
By Alistair Charlton published
Alexa has the ability to converse with more than one person at once on the Echo Show 10, making it far easier to include Amazon's voice assistant in your chats.
How to set an Alexa Emergency contact on your Echo to help protect a loved one
By Carrie-Ann Skinner published
Using an Amazon Echo to call an emergency contact when you need help is easy when you know how, and could be a lifesaver for some.
How to reset an Amazon Echo so you can donate it to friends or family
By Carrie-Ann Skinner published
Resetting an Amazon Echo, either if it's not working properly or you’ve upgraded and are giving it away, is easy when you know how.
What is Amazon Follow-Up Mode, and how it makes conversing with Alexa easier
By Rosie Hattersley published
Alexa Follow-Up Mode is a handy feature for Amazon Echo smart speakers that ensures you can ask Amazon’s voice assistant as many questions as you like.
Alexa Guard - what it is, and how to use it on your Echo
By Carrie-Ann Skinner published
Alexa Guard is a cool feature that can turn your Amazon Echo smart speaker or smart display into a security guard from your home
What is Alexa Drop In and how to use it on an Amazon Echo
By Alistair Charlton published
Alexa Drop In can turn any Amazon Echo into an intercom or be used as a hamdy way for checking-in
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