Guides
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How to connect Amazon Echo to Bluetooth Speakers
Amazons Echo range as sold as smart speakers, although really the standout feature is the integrated Alexa software and its associated benefits. Whilst the speaker quality is decent(ish) in their Echo and Echo Plus models, it certainly doesn’t match the sound quality of some Bluetooth speakers. With a typical Bluetooth speaker, you don’t get the benefits of Alexa. The solution…
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How to Change Alexa’s Voice
The standard voice of Alexa is easily changeable to a few alternative generic options. There isn’t a huge range available, and you certainly don’t get any whacky or cool voices, but a bit of variety none the less. The list of available accents and languages include: English (USA) English (UK) English (Australian) English (Canadian) Indian Japanese German Read: The ultimate…
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Zigbee vs Z-Wave
Automation within a smart home ecosystem requires a wireless network to provide communication between devices. Zigbee and Z-Wave are two of the best-known mesh protocols that support smart device communication. When it comes to building your smart home setup it is important to be aware of the connection method used by smart devices. This article will break down the benefits…
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How to get 4K Netflix Ultra HD: Setup Guide
The power of ultra high definition movies and box sets sold as subscription package has made Netflix one of the best entertainment platforms in the world. Some of the best shows in the world are available in glimmering 4K on Netflix. Accessing Netflix 4K requires a collection of high-quality pieces of home tech to work together. This guide will break down everything…
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How to use Alexa Sonos Commands
Amazon has been working hard to make sure Alexa is getting integrated with all kinds of devices. One brand that already thoroughly integrates the assistant is the premium audio company Sonos. This cross-compatibility is aimed to make controlling your audio that much easier. This article will show you how to set up Alexa with your Sonos speaker and how you can…
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Best Alexa Easter Eggs - 340!
Alexa is a deep piece of software with answers to many of your problems. From the weather to history, or perhaps just a song, Alexa has you covered. Alexa is as funny as she is useful as her many Easter Eggs show. No this isn’t the chocolate kind, an Easter Egg is a hidden gem in a product that is…
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