If you’re unfamiliar with Alexa routines, they’re a series of tasks that Alexa can do by only saying one phrase. For instance, instead of telling Alexa to turn off lights, turn on music, and turn on ...

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Dim the lights, lock the door, and play some tunes with a simple voice command (or even your dog’s bark). Dim the lights, lock the door, and play some tunes with a simple voice command (or even your ...

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