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What do you use your smart speaker for?
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\n<\/span>We all know Alexa<\/span> can play our favorite songs, set timers, and maybe even tell us a joke or two. But Alexa<\/span>‘s capabilities go far beyond these basic functions. This smart assistant can become an integral part of your home and life, offering features that might surprise you. Cyber experts Geonode <\/a>have given a low down of 20 lesser-known things Alexa<\/span> can do.<\/p>\n

1. Alexa<\/span> as a Pet Companion<\/strong><\/p>\n

Missing your pets while you’re away? Alexa<\/span> can keep them company with ambient sounds or interactive games designed for pets.<\/p>\n

2. Whisper Mode<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yes, you read that right. Alexa<\/span> can whisper back if you whisper a command. Useful for those late-night queries when you don’t want to wake up the household.<\/p>\n

3. Brief Mode<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tired of Alexa<\/span>\u2019s verbose confirmations? Enable Brief Mode, and Alexa<\/span> will become more succinct, sometimes responding with just a beep.<\/p>\n

4. Skill Blueprints<\/strong><\/p>\n

Customise Alexa<\/span>‘s responses for specific scenarios or questions. It’s a neat way to personalise your smart home experience.<\/p>\n

5. Email and Calendar Integration<\/strong><\/p>\n

Beyond just setting reminders and alarms, you can integrate your email and calendar for more efficient task management.<\/p>\n

6. Guard Mode<\/strong><\/p>\n

When activated, Alexa<\/span> can listen for alarming sounds like breaking glass or smoke alarms and alert you accordingly.<\/p>\n

7. Multi-room Music<\/strong><\/p>\n

Did you know you can stream music across multiple Alexa<\/span> devices in different rooms simultaneously?<\/p>\n

8. Donation<\/strong><\/p>\n

Feeling charitable? Use Alexa<\/span> to make a donation to your chosen organisation.<\/p>\n

9. Voice Profiles<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alexa<\/span> can distinguish between different voices in your household to provide personalized experiences for everyone.<\/p>\n

10. Shopping List Collaboration<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can invite family members to collaborate on a shopping list or to-do list, all through Alexa<\/span>.<\/p>\n

11. Sleep Sounds<\/strong><\/p>\n

From rainforest sounds to white noise, Alexa<\/span> can play a range of ambient sounds to help you sleep better.<\/p>\n

12. Drop-In Calls<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can make direct calls to other Alexa<\/span> devices in your home, effectively using them as an intercom system.<\/p>\n

13. Recipe Assistance<\/strong><\/p>\n

From ingredient lists to step-by-step instructions, Alexa<\/span> can assist you throughout your cooking process.<\/p>\n

14. Local Business Searches<\/strong><\/p>\n

Looking for the nearest pharmacy or grocery store? Alexa<\/span> can find local businesses for you.<\/p>\n

15. Currency Conversion<\/strong><\/p>\n

Need quick currency conversion? Just ask Alexa<\/span> for real-time rates.<\/p>\n

16. Voice Remote<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can control your TV, including playback and volume, using Alexa<\/span> as your voice remote.<\/p>\n

17. Voice Shopping<\/strong><\/p>\n

Enabled with proper security features, Alexa<\/span> can help you make purchases without even picking up your phone.<\/p>\n

18. Daily Briefing<\/strong><\/p>\n

Get news updates, weather forecasts, and calendar reminders all in one go with a simple “Good Morning” command.<\/p>\n

19. Fitness Trainer<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alexa<\/span> can guide you through quick workouts, perfect for squeezing in some exercise at home.<\/p>\n

20. Translate Languages<\/strong><\/p>\n

Need quick translation? Alexa<\/span> can translate phrases or sentences into several languages for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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