Amazon Alexa App on Mac
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It’s time to simplify your life by using the Amazon Alexa app on your Mac PC, iPhone, and iPad. Get more done by setting up your Alexa devices with the free Amazon Alexa app. Alexa app is now available for Mac OS and iOS on the app store.

With the convenience of the Alexa app, you can listen to music, check your calendar, create shopping lists, ask questions, get news updates, and many more. It enables you to check or control your smart lights, thermostats and locks at home or any other place.

How To Download Amazon Alexa App on Mac OS?

You cannot download the Alexa app directly on Mac OS. However, you can access the app without actually downloading it. Follow these steps to access Alexa app on Mac OS:

Step 1: Open the web browser on your Mac PC.

Step 2: Click on the search bar and type alexa.amazon.com. Then click enter.

Step 3: Now you can see the Alexa app on the next screen of your Mac PC.

Step 4: Now you have to log in to your Amazon account by just entering your user ID and password.

Step 5: Turn your Alexa device on after logging into your Amazon account on the Alexa web app.

Step 6: Let the indicator of your Alexa device turn orange.

Step 7: Now go to the navigation panel of Mac PC to connect with the Alexa device.

Step 8:  Click on “Settings >> Setup a New Device >> Alexa Device >> Select the language of your Alexa device”.

Step 9: Now go to the Wi-Fi settings of your Mac PC. Here you will see your Alexa device on the Wi-Fi list. Connect your device with the Alexa web app.

Step 10: Now you can run Alexa app on your Mac PC through the online Alexa web page.

How to Download Amazon Alexa App on iOS?

Alexa app can be easily downloaded on the iPhone and iPad from the app store. Follow the steps below to download the Alexa app:

Step 1: Open the app store on your iPhone or iPad.                          

Step 2: Tap on the search bar of the app store. Type “Alexa App” in the bar and tap enter.

Step 3: The next screen will show you the Alexa app option on the top. Click on its icon.

Step 4: Now download the Alexa app on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 5: Open the app after the installation is complete.

Step 6: The app will ask you to log in to your Amazon account. Enter your username and password to log in.

Step 7: Now you will see the option – “Talk to your Alexa”. Tap on the option.

Step 8: Now the will ask permission to access your iPhone’s or iPad’s microphone. Tap “Yes” to proceed.

Step 9: Turn on the hands-free mode of your Alexa device.

Step 10: Configure your Alexa app according to your choice.

Step 11: Enable the option “To run Alexa task when you log in”.

Step 12: Finally, the Alexa app will be downloaded on your iPhone or iPad. Now you can change the setting of the Alexa app according to your convenience.

Which Device is Compatible with the Alexa App?

There are various Alexa-powered devices which are compatible with the Alexa app. Some of them are:

  • Echo
  • Echo Dot
  • Echo Spot
  • Echo Sub
  • Echo Show
  • Echo Input
  • Echo Plus
  • Echo Amp & Link
  • Echo Auto
  • Amazon Tap
  • Fir TV Recast

Why You Must Download the Alexa App Now

The best features offered by the Alexa app are:

  • Hands-free user interface
  • Smart home device control
  • Calendars
  • Music
  • Timers and Alarms
  • Audible
  • News, Weather, and Sports.
  • Shopping Lists
  • Various Alexa visual skills
  • Hear news notifications
  • Announcements
  • Upload photos through Amazon Alexa app
  • Wellness tips
  • All-new personalized home screen
  • VoiceView screen reader
  • Real time text
  • Stock market information
  • Listen to Pandora podcasts
  • Emergency contact calling
  • Group drop-ins
  • Auto-delete voice recordings
  • Making purchases
  • Wi-Fi control
  • Celebrity voices
  • Check smart lights, thermostats and locks
  • Connect to Spotify, iHeartRadio and TuneIn.
  • To-Do lists.
  • Multi-room music
  • E-books

What are the Advantages of Using Amazon Alexa app on Mac OS and iOS?

The major plus points of using the Alexa app are:

  • It has wide range of available skills
  • The app has simple user interface
  • It is vital for using Alexa devices
  • The app supports hands-free option
  • You can make calls through the app
  • It has a faster user interface
  • The app has a variety of features in its arsenal.

What Languages are supported on this App?

  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Portugese
  • Spanish

On Which Other Platforms Can Amazon Alexa app be Downloaded

Alexa app can also be downloaded for the following platforms: