Initiate a Phone Call via Alexa
Yes, you can initiate a phone call via Alexa. Amazon Alexa offers the ability to make and receive phone calls, both to other Alexa devices and to mobile phones and landline numbers. Here are the steps on how to initiate a phone call via Alexa:
1. Set up Alexa App
- Open the Alexa app on your smartphone.
- Go to "Communication" and follow the instructions to complete the setup. You will need to enter your phone number and verify it.
2. Sync Contacts
Make sure your contacts are synchronized with the Alexa app. This can be done in the settings of the Alexa app under "Contacts".
3. Make a Call
- Simply say "Alexa, call [contact name]." Alexa will try to find the contact in your list and make the call.
- For a call to a specific number, you can say: "Alexa, call [phone number]."
4. Receive Calls
You can also receive calls on your Alexa device. When someone calls you, your Alexa device will ring, and you can answer the call by saying: "Alexa, answer the call."
5. Voice and Video Calls
If both parties have an Echo Show device, a video call can also be initiated. Simply say "Alexa, start a video call with [contact name]."
Please note that for emergency calls (e.g. 112 or 911), Alexa's call services cannot be used.For this, a regular telephone should always be used.
