So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Discussion:

Russ Kiehne

2016-05-09 16:50:18 UTC

So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhoneIs the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone. It got off to a rocky start â of that, there is no question â and people still run into aggravating problems every day with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.

Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for the first time.

Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the Amazon Echo and more affordable Amazon Tap.

The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri, but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to providing answers to questions a la Siri.

Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately available for download in the App Store.

Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or "buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

Mary Otten

2016-05-09 17:52:56 UTC

Permalink

I don't know. I have thought about buying the app, but then I read an article that said it couldn't do nearly as much as the echo. I have an echo. And Alexa is nowhere near as good as Siri, so I saw no reason to buy it. Sure, you can buy some things easily using it. But with the integration that Siri has on the iPhone, this Lexi app just isn't going to cut it as a Siri replacement.
Mary

Sent from my iPhone

Post by Russ Kiehne
Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone. It got off to a rocky start â of that, there is no question â and people still run into aggravating problems every day with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for the first time.
Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the Amazon Echo and more affordable Amazon Tap.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri, but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or "buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

Sieghard Weitzel

2016-05-09 18:08:29 UTC

Permalink

When I listened to a demo of Alexa done during the CSun conference I was quite amazed not only by what Alexa could do but also by the voice quality. To me Alexa is the best TTS voice I have ever heard and while I still prefer audio books, I could maybe even see myself listening to a Kindle book read by Alexa. I was almost ready to order an Amazon Echo right then, but realized that I had to order it from amazon.com since it is not sold on amazon.ca, the Canadian Amazon website. I am also not very invested in things like Amazon Music and even would I purchase an Amazon Prime membership here in Canada, I wouldnât have access to services like Amazon Instant Video. Therefore I told myself that I am not going to give Amazon money for an Echo until the product is sold in Canada and until they improve their offering here.

The app sounds tempting, but it suffers from the same problem as all other such apps like Google and Cortana which is that you need to run the app to use it, it is not possible to push a button on the phone to invoke Alexa instead of SIRI or to get her to listen by saying a voice command. Also, it is not actually an app from Amazon, but from a third-party developer so then I would also think about whether I want everything I say to this app go through somebody elses server where they can potentially do who knows what with the information. Lastly, I found another article on the Verge which brought me to the website www.HeyLexi.com<http://www.HeyLexi.com> and here the developer says:

Because of limitations set by Amazon, Lexi does not support Music or Books. You will need to download the Alexa app to update your settings, like locations.

Among a few other things having access to my Audible library via Alexa would be one of the most benefitial features for me and it seems like that is not the case with this app. So, I think for myself the Lexi app (if itâs even available in Canada which may not be the case since I couldnât find it so far) would give me few features or advantages. I also assume that if Amazon at some point releases an official Alexa app or if they add asking things to the existing Amazon Echo app that I can then try it without having to spend money for it.

Best regards,
Sieghard

From: ***@googlegroups.com [mailto:***@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Russ Kiehne
Sent: Monday, May 09, 2016 9:50 AM
To: ***@googlegroups.com
Subject: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
[Loading Image...

]

Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start â of that, there is no question â and people still run into aggravating problems every day with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.

Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20> came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for the first time.

Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the Amazon Echo<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20> and more affordable Amazon Tap<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.

The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri, but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to providing answers to questions a la Siri.

Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately available for download in the App Store.

Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or "buy more toothpaste."

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone+***@googlegroups.com>.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com<mailto:***@googlegroups.com>.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

Shawn Krasniuk

2016-05-09 19:05:33 UTC

Permalink

Hi. I certainly won't be paying $5 for a virtual assistant when I have Siri or Cortana at my disposal, which are free if I may add. Also Sieghard, I can confirm that this app isn't in the Canadian app store. So as Sieghard said, I'll wait until the app comes to Canada and until they release a free app with just the assistant.

Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Skype username: bbstheblindrapper

Post by Russ Kiehne
Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone <https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start â of that, there is no question â and people still run into aggravating problems every day with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker <http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20> came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for the first time.
Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the Amazon Echo <http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20> and more affordable Amazon Tap <http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri, but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or "buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone <https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout <https://groups.google.com/d/optout>.

Scott Davert

2016-05-10 18:23:16 UTC

Permalink

Just use the Roger app, which is free, and get at Alexa that way. I
know Canada has that app. As for Lexi, it's not technically
accessible, but there is only one button on the screen. I could not
get VO to find the button, but was able to activate it with VO turned
off.

Scott

Post by Shawn Krasniuk
Hi. I certainly won't be paying $5 for a virtual assistant when I have Siri
or Cortana at my disposal, which are free if I may add. Also Sieghard, I can
confirm that this app isn't in the Canadian app store. So as Sieghard said,
I'll wait until the app comes to Canada and until they release a free app
with just the assistant.
Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Skype username: bbstheblindrapper

Post by Russ Kiehne
Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a
groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone
<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start — of that, there
is no question — and people still run into aggravating problems every day
with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding
its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has
finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for
the first time.
Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's
smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in
light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a
result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the
Amazon Echo
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
and more affordable Amazon Tap
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is
Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri,
but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to
providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given
developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now
finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant
arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately
available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and
you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the
weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up
answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon
integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list
with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or
"buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or
if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the
owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone
<https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout
<https://groups.google.com/d/optout>.

Shawn Krasniuk

2016-05-10 19:55:20 UTC

Permalink

Please explain how I would get Alexa with Roger. You've got me curious now.

Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Skype username: bbstheblindrapper

Post by Scott Davert
Just use the Roger app, which is free, and get at Alexa that way. I
know Canada has that app. As for Lexi, it's not technically
accessible, but there is only one button on the screen. I could not
get VO to find the button, but was able to activate it with VO turned
off.
Scott

Post by Russ Kiehne
Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a
groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone
<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone <https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>>. It got off to a rocky start â of that, there
is no question â and people still run into aggravating problems every day
with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding
its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20 <http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>>
came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has
finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for
the first time.
Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's
smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in
light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a
result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the
Amazon Echo
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20 <http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>>
and more affordable Amazon Tap
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20 <http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is
Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri,
but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to
providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given
developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now
finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant
arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately
available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and
you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the
weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up
answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon
integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list
with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or
"buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or
if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the
owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone <https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>
<https://groups.google.com/group/viphone <https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout <https://groups.google.com/d/optout>
<https://groups.google.com/d/optout <https://groups.google.com/d/optout>>.

Sieghard Weitzel

2016-05-10 20:31:28 UTC

Permalink

When I installed Roger it just showed up somewhere and you basically add Alexa just like a Contact and send a message to her, the reply comes a few seconds later. A nice toy to play with, but not that useful.

From: ***@googlegroups.com [mailto:***@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Shawn Krasniuk
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 12:55 PM
To: ***@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Please explain how I would get Alexa with Roger. You've got me curious now.

Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Skype username: bbstheblindrapper
Facetime: ***@icloud.com<mailto:***@icloud.com>

On May 10, 2016, at 1:23 PM, Scott Davert <***@gmail.com<mailto:***@gmail.com>> wrote:

Just use the Roger app, which is free, and get at Alexa that way. I
know Canada has that app. As for Lexi, it's not technically
accessible, but there is only one button on the screen. I could not
get VO to find the button, but was able to activate it with VO turned
off.

Scott

On 5/9/16, Shawn Krasniuk <***@icloud.com<mailto:***@icloud.com>> wrote:

Hi. I certainly won't be paying $5 for a virtual assistant when I have Siri
or Cortana at my disposal, which are free if I may add. Also Sieghard, I can
confirm that this app isn't in the Canadian app store. So as Sieghard said,
I'll wait until the app comes to Canada and until they release a free app
with just the assistant.

Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Skype username: bbstheblindrapper
Facetime: ***@icloud.com<mailto:***@icloud.com>

On May 9, 2016, at 11:50 AM, Russ Kiehne <***@gmail.com<mailto:***@gmail.com>> wrote:

Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a
groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone
<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start â of that, there
is no question â and people still run into aggravating problems every day
with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding
its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has
finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for
the first time.

Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's
smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in
light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a
result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the
Amazon Echo
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
and more affordable Amazon Tap
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is
Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri,
but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to
providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given
developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now
finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant
arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately
available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and
you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the
weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up
answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon
integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list
with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or
"buy more toothpaste."

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone
list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or
if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the
owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com<mailto:***@caraquinn.com>

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
<http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/>
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone+***@googlegroups.com>
<mailto:viphone+***@googlegroups.com>.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com<mailto:***@googlegroups.com>
<mailto:***@googlegroups.com>.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone
<https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout
<https://groups.google.com/d/optout>.

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone
list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if
you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or
moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com<mailto:***@caraquinn.com>

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone+***@googlegroups.com>.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com<mailto:***@googlegroups.com>.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com<mailto:***@caraquinn.com>

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone+***@googlegroups.com>.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com<mailto:***@googlegroups.com>.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com<mailto:***@caraquinn.com>

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone+***@googlegroups.com>.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com<mailto:***@googlegroups.com>.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

Kelly Pierce

2016-05-11 01:21:10 UTC

Permalink

I'll stick with Hound, which is better than Siri.

Kelly

Post by Sieghard Weitzel
When I installed Roger it just showed up somewhere and you basically add
Alexa just like a Contact and send a message to her, the reply comes a few
seconds later. A nice toy to play with, but not that useful.
Of Shawn Krasniuk
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 12:55 PM
Subject: Re: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Please explain how I would get Alexa with Roger. You've got me curious now.
Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Skype username: bbstheblindrapper
On May 10, 2016, at 1:23 PM, Scott Davert
Just use the Roger app, which is free, and get at Alexa that way. I
know Canada has that app. As for Lexi, it's not technically
accessible, but there is only one button on the screen. I could not
get VO to find the button, but was able to activate it with VO turned
off.
Scott
Hi. I certainly won't be paying $5 for a virtual assistant when I have Siri
or Cortana at my disposal, which are free if I may add. Also Sieghard, I can
confirm that this app isn't in the Canadian app store. So as Sieghard said,
I'll wait until the app comes to Canada and until they release a free app
with just the assistant.
Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Skype username: bbstheblindrapper
On May 9, 2016, at 11:50 AM, Russ Kiehne
Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a
groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone
<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start — of that, there
is no question — and people still run into aggravating problems every day
with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding
its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has
finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for
the first time.
Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's
smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in
light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a
result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the
Amazon Echo
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
and more affordable Amazon Tap
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is
Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri,
but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to
providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given
developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now
finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant
arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately
available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and
you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the
weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up
answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon
integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list
with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or
"buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or
if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the
owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
you can reach Cara at
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
email to
To post to this group, send email to
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone
<https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout
<https://groups.google.com/d/optout>.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if
you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or
moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
you can reach Cara at
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
email to
To post to this group, send email to
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if
you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or
moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
you can reach Cara at
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
email to
To post to this group, send email to
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if
you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or
moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
you can reach Cara at
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
email to
To post to this group, send email to
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if
you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or
moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

Ron Pelletier

2016-05-11 03:22:32 UTC

Permalink

And, it seems to me like its only available in the US. They refused my Amazon.ca account.

From: Sieghard Weitzel
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 4:31 PM
To: ***@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

When I installed Roger it just showed up somewhere and you basically add Alexa just like a Contact and send a message to her, the reply comes a few seconds later. A nice toy to play with, but not that useful.

From: ***@googlegroups.com [mailto:***@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Shawn Krasniuk
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 12:55 PM
To: ***@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Please explain how I would get Alexa with Roger. You've got me curious now.

Shawn

Sent From My White MacBook

Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk

Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs

Skype username: bbstheblindrapper

Facetime: ***@icloud.com

On May 10, 2016, at 1:23 PM, Scott Davert <***@gmail.com> wrote:

Just use the Roger app, which is free, and get at Alexa that way. I
know Canada has that app. As for Lexi, it's not technically
accessible, but there is only one button on the screen. I could not
get VO to find the button, but was able to activate it with VO turned
off.

Scott

On 5/9/16, Shawn Krasniuk <***@icloud.com> wrote:

Hi. I certainly won't be paying $5 for a virtual assistant when I have Siri
or Cortana at my disposal, which are free if I may add. Also Sieghard, I can
confirm that this app isn't in the Canadian app store. So as Sieghard said,
I'll wait until the app comes to Canada and until they release a free app
with just the assistant.

Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Skype username: bbstheblindrapper
Facetime: ***@icloud.com

On May 9, 2016, at 11:50 AM, Russ Kiehne <***@gmail.com> wrote:

Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a
groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone
<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start â of that, there
is no question â and people still run into aggravating problems every day
with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding
its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has
finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for
the first time.

Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's
smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in
light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a
result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the
Amazon Echo
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
and more affordable Amazon Tap
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is
Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri,
but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to
providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given
developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now
finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant
arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately
available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and
you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the
weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up
answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon
integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list
with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or
"buy more toothpaste."

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone
list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or
if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the
owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
<http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/>
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com
<mailto:viphone+***@googlegroups.com>.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com
<mailto:***@googlegroups.com>.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone
<https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout
<https://groups.google.com/d/optout>.

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone
list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if
you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or
moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

Monica Jones

2016-05-13 08:32:43 UTC

Permalink

Scott, how does Roger, which I love, help you get Alexa? Thanks bunches.

-----Original Message-----
From: Scott Davert
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 1:23 PM
To: ***@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Just use the Roger app, which is free, and get at Alexa that way. I
know Canada has that app. As for Lexi, it's not technically
accessible, but there is only one button on the screen. I could not
get VO to find the button, but was able to activate it with VO turned
off.

Scott

Post by Russ Kiehne
Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a
groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone
<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start — of that, there
is no question — and people still run into aggravating problems every day
with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding
its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has
finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for
the first time.
Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's
smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in
light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a
result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the
Amazon Echo
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
and more affordable Amazon Tap
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is
Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri,
but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to
providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given
developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now
finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant
arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately
available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and
you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the
weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up
answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon
integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list
with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or
"buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or
if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the
owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone
<https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout
<https://groups.google.com/d/optout>.

Chip Orange

2016-05-13 14:49:51 UTC

Permalink

How do you "get at Alexa" via Roger?

Thanks,

-----Original Message-----
From: ***@googlegroups.com [mailto:***@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Scott Davert
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 2:23 PM
To: ***@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Just use the Roger app, which is free, and get at Alexa that way. I
know Canada has that app. As for Lexi, it's not technically
accessible, but there is only one button on the screen. I could not
get VO to find the button, but was able to activate it with VO turned
off.

Scott

Post by Russ Kiehne
Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a
groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone
<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start — of that, there
is no question — and people still run into aggravating problems every day
with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding
its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has
finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for
the first time.
Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's
smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in
light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a
result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the
Amazon Echo
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
and more affordable Amazon Tap
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is
Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri,
but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to
providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given
developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now
finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant
arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately
available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and
you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the
weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up
answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon
integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list
with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or
"buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or
if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the
owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone
<https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout
<https://groups.google.com/d/optout>.

BBS

2016-05-13 15:54:09 UTC

Permalink

Hi Chip and Monica. She's on the main screen somewhere in the Roger app. Just look for her.

Shawn
Sent From My White MacBook Via Bootcamp and Windows 10
Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs
Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk
Skype Username: bbstheblindrapper
Facetime Username: ***@icloud.com

-----Original Message-----
From: ***@googlegroups.com [mailto:***@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chip Orange
Sent: Friday, May 13, 2016 9:50 AM
To: ***@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

How do you "get at Alexa" via Roger?

Thanks,

-----Original Message-----
From: ***@googlegroups.com [mailto:***@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Scott Davert
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 2:23 PM
To: ***@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone

Just use the Roger app, which is free, and get at Alexa that way. I
know Canada has that app. As for Lexi, it's not technically
accessible, but there is only one button on the screen. I could not
get VO to find the button, but was able to activate it with VO turned
off.

Scott

Post by Russ Kiehne
Is the following app accessible with voiceover?
So long, Siri: How to get Amazon Alexa on your iPhone
Apple's virtual personal assistant Siri was unquestionably a
groundbreaking feature when it first debuted on the iPhone
<https://bgr.com/tag/iphone>. It got off to a rocky start — of that, there
is no question — and people still run into aggravating problems every day
with Siri. But Siri has improved dramatically over the years, expanding
its functionality and growing more accurate along the way.
Then, Amazon surprised us all when the Echo speaker
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
came out of nowhere and introduced the world to Alexa. And now, Alexa has
finally leapt off of Amazon hardware and onto Apple's iPhone and iPad for
the first time.
Some believe that Alexa was intended to become a core part of Amazon's
smartphone and tablet offerings, but the company's plans were derailed in
light of the fact that the Fire phone was a spectacular flop. Perhaps as a
result, Amazon instead released a line of dedicated speakers including the
Amazon Echo
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E?tag=b0c55-20>
and more affordable Amazon Tap
<http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Tap-Portable-wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00VXS8E8S?tag=b0c55-20>.
The Echo and Tap serve mainly as delivery mechanisms for Alexa, which is
Amazon's own take on Siri. Alexa is controlled by voice just like Siri,
but its focus is on shopping and connected device controls, in addition to
providing answers to questions a la Siri.
Alexa is no longer confined to the Echo and Tap now that Amazon has given
developers access to various APIs, and the killer software feature is now
finally available on Apple's iPhone and iPad lineup. Amazon's assistant
arrives courtesy of a third-party app called Lexi, which is immediately
available for download in the App Store.
Simply install the $5 Lexi app and log into your Amazon account, and
you'll instantly gain access to Alexa. Ask questions like "what's the
weather like?" or "what time is the Yankee game?" and Alexa will serve up
answers in no time. Of course, you'll also be able to enjoy Amazon
integration, so you can order products or add items to a shopping list
with simple voice commands like "add toilet paper to my shopping list" or
"buy more toothpaste."
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.
If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or
if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the
owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.
Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn -
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
"VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone
<https://groups.google.com/group/viphone>.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout
<https://groups.google.com/d/optout>.

--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
--
The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list.

If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself.

Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor and your owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at ***@caraquinn.com

The archives for this list can be searched at:
http://www.mail-archive.com/***@googlegroups.com/
---
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.
To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+***@googlegroups.com.
To post to this group, send email to ***@googlegroups.com.
Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/viphone.
For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.