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Why is Alexa flashing yellow on my Echo, and how can I stop it?

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Alexa can notify you about everything from packages out for delivery to items in your calendar. Here’s how to identify different notifications and how to switch them off.

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The best Siri Easter eggs: how Apple’s voice assistant can entertain you

By Carrie Marshall published

Hey, Siri! What Easter eggs are you hiding?

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A woman in a lounge controlling Philips Hue smart lights that are compatible with Zigbee

What is Zigbee, and why it’s a must-have for your smart home

By Alistair Charlton published

Zigbee is one of an array of protocols built in to smart home gadgets, but just how does it work and why should you consider it for your home.

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How to use Alexa to assign reminders on your Amazon Echo

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Need help to remember tasks that require completing? Alexa can remind you, or other household members when it’s time to get on with life admin.

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How to make Alexa understand you better using voice profiles on an Amazon Echo

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Several people in the house using Alexa? Amazon’s voice assistant can learn and recognize your voice, and serve up personalized matches if you set up voice profiles.

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How to change Alexa’s voice to a masculine tone on an Amazon Echo

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Alexa can respond in both its original feminine tone as well as a more masculine-sounding voice. Here’s how to change the voice on your Echo device.

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