To configure Alexa as your default voice assistant on your Samsung device, follow these steps:
- Go to the settings of your device.
- Find the "App" option and tap on it.
- Select "Select default apps" and then choose "Assist & voice input".
- Set Amazon Alexa as your default voice assistant.
How to Use Alexa
To activate Alexa, you can either give the command "Go to settings" or swipe down from the top of the screen and select "Settings". Then, go to Accessibility and toggle the option for Alexa.
Wi-Fi Connection for Alexa
Please note that Echo devices cannot access ad-hoc or peer-to-peer networks. To connect your Echo device to Wi-Fi, follow these steps:
- Activate the Alexa app.
- Choose your devices.
- Select Alexa or Echo.
- Choose your device.
- Click on "Settings" and then "Wireless".
- Select your Wi-Fi network and follow the app instructions.
Making Alexa Speak
To make Alexa speak, follow these steps:
- Click on "When this happens" and choose "Voice".
- Enter something for Alexa to say, such as "Alexa, what do you think of Giulio", and click on "Next".
- Now, click on the "+" symbol next to "Add an action" and choose "Alexa says".
Using Alexa without a Subscription
You can listen to music for free on PC, Echo, or smartphone through the Amazon Music website or apps without needing a Prime subscription. All you need is a free Amazon account. Simply visit music.amazon.it and click on "Play" to listen to automatic playlists.
Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Connection Issues
If Alexa is unable to connect to Wi-Fi, try the following:
- Make sure you have selected the correct Wi-Fi network and entered the correct password.
- Try turning off and on the Wi-Fi modem or router.
- Reset the Alexa device to factory settings if necessary.
Connecting Alexa to Wi-Fi without the App
To connect Alexa to Wi-Fi without using the app, follow these steps:
- After seeing the Echo device, press on its name.
- Choose the SSID you want to connect to and enter the Wi-Fi network password.
- After a while, the Echo will connect to the internet, and you can use voice commands without exiting the application.
Available Subscriptions for Alexa
The monthly price for Amazon Music Unlimited for Echo is €3.99, but you can switch to the individual plan, which costs €9.99, at any time, allowing listening on other devices. Simply ask "Alexa, try Amazon Music Unlimited" to activate it.