Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Alexa brings an array of functionality into the home, and developing routines turns the device into a lifestyle aid that ...

Most Echo Dot owners use Alexa for simple tasks like checking the weather, setting timers, or turning lights on and off. What many users do not realize is that Amazon has quietly transformed the small ...