Amazon Echo

[MongGrel]

Still not sure what to think about this one.

Seem an interesting idea, but on top of facial recognition on a few other things, you could possibly be installing something in your house that is a powerful bug?

http://smile.amazon.com/ref=smi_www_rco2_go_smi_2096965602

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2109084642&pf_rd_i=desktop

It does seem a good idea in some situations, I just don't like some other implications.

I like the concept, but having someone possibly being able to hi jack the thing and hear everything going on in your house...

Alexa is coming to take over the minions 😛

Thoughts ?

 

[MongGrel]

I guess no one then.

Did seem a bit like an Apple watch to me.

 

[luv2liv]

friend has 1.
fun for 2mins n then we left it at that. it cant hear you when the music is playing. works fine when room is quiet.

 

[IndyColtsFan]

I got mine in February and have yet to hook it up. Was debating eBaying it for a long time since I only paid $99 for it. The only reason I kept it is because so many home automation technologies are tying into it so you can use Alexa for voice commands to turn lights on, adjust thermostats, etc.

 

[JTsyo]

The features we use

-timer
-shopping list
-Amazon music (mostly kids)
-Pandora
-bluetooth speaker (rarely)

I also setup the traffic option (you can set one route) but didn't bother with work since it is back roads mostly. I can see how it would be useful if you have a longer commute to get the traffic while you're in the kitchen.