FAQs about Alexa

Alexa is Amazon’s voice-controlled virtual assistant that can perform tasks, answer questions, control smart home devices, play music, and much more using voice commands.

Alexa uses voice recognition, natural language processing, and cloud-based AI to understand and respond to user commands through Amazon Echo and other compatible devices.

Alexa is available on Amazon Echo devices, Fire TV, some smart TVs, smartphones (via the Alexa app), smart speakers, and even in some cars.

Alexa continuously listens for the wake word (like “Alexa”) but only starts recording and sending audio to the cloud once it hears the wake word.

Yes, Alexa can control compatible smart home devices like lights, thermostats, plugs, cameras, and door locks with voice commands.

Alexa can:

• Play music or audiobooks
• Provide news, weather, and traffic updates
• Set alarms and reminders
• Answer questions
• Control smart devices
• Make to-do lists
• Tell jokes
• Make calls or send messages

Yes, using Alexa is free. However, some features (like music streaming or third-party skills) may require subscriptions or purchases.

Yes, Alexa supports multiple languages and regional accents. You can change the language in the device settings.

Alexa cannot call emergency services directly, but you can enable services like Alexa Guard or use connected devices for help in emergencies.

With parental controls like Amazon Kids on Alexa, it can be safe for children. It limits explicit content and enables kid-friendly features.

Skills are like apps for Alexa. They let you add new functions like games, trivia, meditation, or recipes. Many are free to enable.

Yes, an Amazon account is required to set up and use Alexa-enabled devices.

Yes. You can change Alexa's voice (e.g., male/female or celebrity voices) and change the wake word to "Echo", "Amazon", or "Computer."

No, Alexa requires an internet connection to function as it processes requests through Amazon’s cloud servers.

You can manage voice recordings in your Alexa Privacy Settings and delete recordings manually or automatically.