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The 10 Best Amazon Alexa Skills - Unlock the Full Potential of Your Voice Assistant

Updated: 25/12/2023
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Amazon Alexa has become an indispensible tool in many households, thanks to its ability to control smart home devices, play music, answer questions, and even order products online. With the recently redesigned Alexa app, you can now access Alexa hands-free on your smartphone. But the real power of Alexa lies in its skills. Currently, there are over 100,000 Alexa skills available, offering a wide range of functionalities to enhance your daily life.

After extensive research and testing, we have compiled a list of the top 10 best Alexa skills that will help you get the most out of Amazon's personal assistant.

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1. Alexa Guard:

Turn your Echo smart speakers into security devices with Alexa Guard. It listens for signs of trouble like glass breaking or smoke alarms going off and notifies you via the Alexa app. For added security, consider upgrading to Alexa Guard Plus, which can alert authorities in case of a problem.

2. Send a Hug:

Missing your loved ones? With this skill, you can send a virtual hug to your Alexa contacts, letting them know you're thinking of them.

3. Get Exclusive Amazon Deals:

Alexa can provide you with Amazon Prime member-exclusive deals. Just ask "Alexa, what are your deals?" and you'll hear exclusive deals that you can take advantage of using your Alexa-enabled device.

4. Get a Weather Report:

While Alexa has built-in support for weather forecasts, the Big Sky skill provides hyper-local forecasts based on your street address, offering accurate and up-to-the-minute weather information.

5. Get Nutrition Tips:

Trying to make healthy adjustments to your diet? Ask Alexa for quick nutrition tips based on healthy lifestyle topics sourced from the Mayo Clinic.

6. Talk to Alexa in Different Languages:

If your household speaks multiple languages, Alexa's Multilingual Mode allows you to talk in two different languages, and Alexa will understand and respond in either dialect.

7. Find a Lost Phone:

If you misplace your phone, Alexa can help you find it. Simply ask Alexa to call your phone, and it will ring - even if it's on silent.

8. Set Reminders:

Alexa can assist you in managing your time more efficiently. You can use it to set reminders for tasks, meetings, or any other important events in your schedule.

9. Listen to Audiobooks:

If you are an Amazon Prime member, you can use Alexa to listen to a vast selection of audiobooks. Just ask Alexa to read a book from your Audible or Kindle library.

10. Control Smart Home Devices:

Alexa's smart home capabilities are extensive. You can use it to control various smart home devices such as lights, thermostats, and locks. With a single command, you can turn off your living room lights or adjust the temperature of your home.

These are just a few of the many ways Alexa can assist you. With numerous skills and capabilities, Alexa can make your day-to-day tasks easier and more convenient. Regularly explore the Alexa skills marketplace to discover new abilities and applications to enhance your Alexa experience.

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