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Alexa can be a useful hands-free tool for everyday tasks, especially when getting up, reaching for a phone, remembering something, or reading a screen is difficult. Here are 10 simple ways to use Alexa around the home.
Set recurring reminders to call or check in with the people you regularly stay in touch with. Alexa can give you a spoken reminder at the same time each day or week.
It can be easy to lose track of time when reading, watching TV, or if it is very effortful to stand or move about. If it is safe for you to do so, it can be helpful to ask Alexa to remind you to stand up, stretch, or take a short walk at regular intervals.
Alexa can announce reminders for upcoming appointments so you don’t have to rely only on a calendar or phone notification. Try reminders for doctor’s appointments, physical therapy, visitors, or other plans.
Ask Alexa to remind you to drink water throughout the day. This can be especially useful if you tend to get busy and simply forget and become dehydrated.
Instead of finding your glasses, looking for a clock, or checking your phone, simply ask, “Alexa, what time is it?” You can also ask for the date or day of the week. This can also be useful if a loved one asks for the time repeatedly.
Can’t remember where you put your phone? Alexa can help you call your phone so you can follow the ringing and find it nearby - incredibly if you are home alone!
Alexa can make hands-free calls, making it easier to reach family and friends without finding, holding, or navigating a phone. This can be particularly handy when you’re in bed, cooking, or have your hands full.
Ask about the weather before getting dressed or heading outside, or use Alexa for quick everyday questions. You can ask about everything from tomorrow’s forecast to cooking measurements, definitions, sports, news, podcasts or general facts.
Create a grocery list simply by saying what you need as you think of it. You can also make packing lists, to-do lists, shopping lists, or lists of questions you want to remember to ask at your next appointment.
Audiobooks can be a great alternative when reading print or looking at a screen is difficult or tiring. Ask Alexa to play compatible audiobooks so you can listen while relaxing, getting ready, or doing other things around the house.
