Guide to connect Alexa to your Wi-Fi network; Check here

Here's how you connect your Alexa device to the Wi-Fi network, starting from scratch or migrating an existing machine to a different network.

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Here's how you connect your Alexa device to the Wi-Fi network, starting from scratch or migrating an existing machine to a different network.
The cornerpiece of a home can be intelligent speakers or just the view of an Amazon Alexa, but the first step is to connect an Alexa device, such as the Echo Dot, to your house's Wi-Fi network and the internet. Here's how to join Alexa for the first time or rejoin after altering your Alexa Wi-Fi settings.

Open the Alexa app on your phone or tablet after your speaker or intelligent display is in setup/pairing mode to connect Alexa to Wi-Fi. Tap the + sign in the upper-right corner of the Devices tab, then select Add Device. Choose your product from the list and follow the directions. When the app detects your device, you'll be prompted to choose your home Wi-Fi network and enter your password.

WhatsApp Companion Mode lets you chat on 4 devices at once!
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WhatsApp has started rolling out its newest feature 'Companion Mode' for its beta users.


WhatsApp has started rolling out its newest feature 'Companion Mode' for its beta users.
The Companion Mode will let users use WhatsApp simultaneously on up to 4 devices.


The Companion Mode will let users use WhatsApp simultaneously on up to 4 devices.
The feature is available to beta users only, as of now. If you have signed up for the programme, follow these steps.


The feature is available to beta users only, as of now. If you have signed up for the programme, follow these steps.
Open WhatsApp and tap on the three-dot menu option from the top right corner.


Open WhatsApp and tap on the three-dot menu option from the top right corner.
Select the Linked devices option and choose the Link a device button.


Select the Linked devices option and choose the Link a device button.
A QR code will be displayed on your phone.


A QR code will be displayed on your phone.
Open the beta version of WhatsApp and tap on the three-dot menu icon again.


Open the beta version of WhatsApp and tap on the three-dot menu icon again.
Select the Link a device option and scan the QR code displayed on your primary device.
Select the Link a device option and scan the QR code displayed on your primary device.
The upside of this feature is that all your chats will be end-to-end encrypted for all the devices.
The upside of this feature is that all your chats will be end-to-end encrypted for all the devices.



How to use your phone or tablet to connect Alexa to your Wi-Fi connection:

  • Launch Alexa for Android, iPhone, or iPad. If you don't have it already, you can get it from the Google Play Store (for Android) or the Apple App Store (for iOS) (for iPhone or iPad).
  • Ascertain that your Alexa device is in pairing mode. This varies per product, so read the directions carefully, but often it entails holding down a particular button or buttons until a pulsating light shows.
  • Return to the app and select the Devices tab, then press the + symbol in the top-right corner of the screen.
  • Tap Add Device from the list that appears.
  • Choose the device to which you're connecting.
  • The Amazon Echo hardware is at the top of the list, but you may find alternatives by scrolling down.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to allow the app to discover your device.
  • If the app does not provide a stored connection, you should be prompted to select the Wi-Fi network and input the correct password after it has been successfully detected.
  • After that, the app will connect Alexa to the Wi-Fi network and the internet.
  • If not, the troubleshooting options may be of use.


FAQs



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What precisely does Alexa do?

It can respond to voice commands, create to-do lists, plays music, set alarms, play audiobooks, streams podcasts, and provide weather, traffic, sports, and other real-time information, such as news.



Which is superior, Alexa or Siri?

Both have similar functions and features. Though, Alexa won over Siri, a premium and sophisticated technology, due to its convenient integration with numerous devices.

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