Smart speakers and devices.
Most of the devices we look at here on 800pods.com are ones that you can set up yourself. The Google Nest Learning Thermostat* is one of those exceptions. Google suggest that it should be installed by a professional. However if you are competent then you should be able to install it, in under half an …
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With the UEFA Euros taking place in Europe and the Cupa American taking place in South America at this time, you might want to ask Alexa*; “Alexa, open Fanzone Soccer Quiz” or if you want to just focus on the Euros ask “Alexa, quiz me on the EUROs”. Growing up in my early years being …
Ironically the advent of smart speakers has led to an increase in the demand for “Hi-Fi” systems as consumers have sought out better quality sound. Amazon have responded by gradually improved the quality of their speakers and a couple of extra items, the Echo Link and the Echo Link Amp which is designed to power …
The all new Echo Show 5* for 2021 is the perfect bedside companion. You can see your day clearly with Alexa* at the ready. You can set alarms and times etc and have visual reminders as well as verbal ones. You can ease into your day with a routine that turns your lights or gradually, …
If you are a regular reader of the posts on this site, then you know that one of the main uses our Alexa devices get used for are timers. A useful feature to know how long is left on your timer. “Alexa, how long’s left on my timer?” will solve that one for you. Searching …
If I have one criticism of my Amazon Echo, it is the sound quality when cranked up. Amazon has gradually improved the quality of their speakers over time and now the 4th Generation Echo comes with a premium speaker. Amazon claims that it delivers clear highs, dynamic mids, and deep bass for rich, detailed sound …
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As someone who has worn glasses / eyewear / frames / spectacles all my life. It has always confounded me why people would want to wear them when they didnt have to. Now with Echo Frames I am beginning to understand. Whilst wearing your Echo Frames you can just ask Alexa to make calls, set …
Amazon has continuously improved the performance of their speakers in their Echo range. The Echo Studio is currently Amazon’s biggest, loudest, Alexa speaker. It not only delivers stereo sound, but offers Dolby Atmos-compatible surround sound. 5 speakers produce powerful bass, dynamic midrange, and crisp highs. Dolby Atmos technology adds space, clarity, and depth. The clever …
Alexa* can be really useful for reminding you of things to do. I have a daily reminder to take my medication. It also acts as a reminder to check all the doors and windows before I head off to bed. To set up a reminder is really easy. Through your Echo* device just say “Alexa, …
Need something to help you get to sleep? Then you could ask Alexa* to read you a bedtime story. “Alexa, read a bedtime story” The stories are short and family friendly. However they are professionally narrated. For a free audiobook ask “Alexa, read me a free audiobook” Beware that these “free” service are linked into …