Echo Auto- Hands-free Alexa in your car with your phone

 

Echo Auto- Hands-free Alexa in your car with your phone






I have grown to love my Amazon Echo Auto; After having become so accustomed to, and reliant upon, my Echo devices in my (increasingly) smart home, I am thrilled to be able to add this functionality, and Alexa, to my non-smart car. My base-model Kia Rio came without Bluetooth and a very basic audio system. The Echo Auto gives me a Bluetooth connection to my stereo, allowing me to go hands-free in my car; phone calls through the stereo speakers, voice control of music streaming, instant access to my music library, GPS navigation; all so much easier and more convenient.

Installation and setup were simple, due to clear instructions and quick walk-through provided by the Alexa app; I was up and running in fewer than ten minutes. As long as I have my phone with me, the Echo Auto establishes a connection within seconds of my starting the car. So far, I have had zero issues with this device's functionality.

The one problem I had was with the volume initially being too low, but it was resolved when I figured out that both the phone's volume keys and the car stereo's volume knob can control the audio level (I had the phone volume set really low). Simple fix.

If it is not already apparent, I am a huge fan of the Echo Auto. Alexa already helps me manage my home (thermostat, lights, cameras), so it is a natural fit to have her in the car, as well. I highly recommend this product.


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