Echo Tips

We revisit an archive episode dealing with the new Personality Style options connected with Alexa Plus.

We delve into our archives, to take a look at my first impressions of Gemini on the Nest Mini.

We discuss the all-new Google Smart Speark, with Gemini! # Attribution Show: (DTNS) Daily Tech news Show - Episode 5296 URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnFFpSo7xpI Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode we take a look at the upcoming Prime Day and what you should look for, deal wise. Also, we take a look at the all-new Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speakers with Alexa Plus.

We dust off an Archive episode, that seemed timely, with all the new folks around the world getting access to A-Lady Plus for the first time. Enjoy, these 5 items you need to know about.

In this episode we discuss a new AWS service from Amazon that brings the features of Alexa for Shopping to 3rd Party vendors. # ATTRIBUTION: Show: (DTNS) Daily Tech news Show - Episode 5277 URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGF_I5Sv2N8 Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License http://...

In this episode we talk about Amazon's answer to Google's Notebook. Now with simple voice prompts you can ask Alexa Plus, to create a crash coarse podcast for you on any given topic! Want to learn about the moon landing, with Apolo 11? How about the 5 things you have to see at Disney during your next trip. You name it, and out comes a podcast with two, hosts having a conversation on your t...

We take a look at Alexa Plus' Ambient Sounds feature again! And we review the May 13th Blong post about Shopping improvements coming to the Echo Show line of devices.

In this episode we take a look at the Press Release from Amazon about the all new Alexa for Shopping, where Alexa Plus gets intergrated into Amazon.com and the Amazon Shopping Apps. We take a look also at a possible re-branding of Alexa Deal Alerts to Price Alerts, and a whole lot more!

In this episode we take a look again, at buying items using your voice, and the power of Deal Alerts. Imagine you have an buddy who just looks for deals for you, and can even buy that special item when it hits your ideal price! Yes, that's right, Alexa can do that for you!

We discuss some Alexa News from April 2026, and Fire TV related Items, but then we dive into a archive episode about BluePrints!

Alexa Plus is rolling out slowly worldwide learn about where it can be found in limited roll-out now? Also learn about a hidden feature that allows Alexa to monitor the price of that Coffee Maker you always wanted and buy it when it drops to your ideal price! Amazing!

In this episode we talk about compatible files that can be uploaded to Alexa Plus. We also talk a bit about two features in Accessibility Settings. And lastly, we talk about setting up Home Modes using nothing but your voice, an my epic failure to do so.

We pull from our Archives in this episode about Routines and Temporary Routines, that can be crafted using nothing but your voice!

In this episode we talk about new services for your Alexa devices and keeping up with the moon missions. # Attribution DTNS Episode 5237 - Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License https://dailytechnewsshow.com/2026/03/31/popular-javascript-package-axios-gets-compromised-dtns-5237/

In this episode we take a look at the new Personality Style, Sassy! That's right, Sassy Alexa. And this ain't your grandma's Alexa. We also, take a look at a previous episode where we looked at the three other Personality Styles, including Brief, Chill, and Sweet.

In this episode we take a look at exiting Alexa Plus and reverting to Classic Alexa. Also, we learn if preferences set in Alexa Plus are retained should we return. Oh, an we take a look, at controling Notifications settings with simple verbal commands.

We take a look at two new buttons on Alexa.com and the ability to process a 200 page PDF Document!

How can Alexa.com help you draw images and study for that next exam? Learn how in this episode.

In this episode we take a look at a whole new feature or set of features announced on February 25th, for Alexa Plus users. The all new Personality Styles allow you to choose between 4 different personality types for your Alexa device; have a listen as our host David Ward, experiences the new personalities for the first time!

What's new with Alexa Privacy controls? What have we gained and what have we lost! Join me to find out.

In this episode we look at the newly revised Alexa App! We figure out where the Classic Skills have gone, and discover a all new File Management section.

As of Feb. 4th, 2026, Alexa Plus has become available nationwide in the United States! What are 5 Things you need to know about Alexa Plus, as a new user. # Reference Amazon Press Release https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/devices/alexa-plus-available-free-prime-members-us

In this episode we take a look at A-Lady Modes. We also see how they fit into Routines in several interesting ways; and Oh, by the way! The A-Lady Apps' interface has changed yet again!

In this episode we take a look at Amazon Kids, the free option In this episode we take a look at how A-Lady Plus has influenced Amazon Kids, the free service for parents. Along with other innovations since our last look.