The Amazon Echo just got a little more customizable, as the device now does an even better job of pairing up with the popular website IFTTT. If that all sounds like alphabet soup, here's the lowdown: ...

Alexa. Alexa. Alexa. It can be tiring calling on Amazon's virtual assistant for every command to turn on a variety of smart home devices in succession. But did you know you can set up Alexa routines ...

It's easier than ever to create custom voice controls for the Amazon Echo thanks to new trigger commands from IFTTT, or If This Then That. I call IFTTT an "API for Dummies" implementation because it ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

If you’re relying on Amazon Echo smart speakers and displays to build out your smart home, you should be using Alexa Routines. What are Alexa Routines? They’re a powerful way to automate Echo speakers ...

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