Amazon's voice assistant Alexa is capable of doing all sorts of things for you, but it really is most helpful when tackling the tasks you might lose track of without the extra help. One of the ...

“Alexa, set a timer for 10 minutes,” I say in the kitchen as I’m putting a pot of water on a burner, followed by “Alexa, set a timer for 20 minutes” as I pop some lasagne in the oven for reheating.

Virtual assistants will soon be as commonplace as smartphones -- in many parts of the world, they already are. Most ...

Even if you’re a regular Alexa user, there’s a good chance you haven’t discovered some of its most efficient features. Actually, strike that: There’s a good chance you’re only using your Alexa device ...

The Amazon Echo Wall Clock is a versatile and convenient addition to any smart home, allowing you to visualize your Alexa timers and alarms with ease. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up and ...

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