So, in this blog, we will learn about Alexa’s calling service in detail.
What is Alexa Calling?
It works with the Alexa app of Android and iOS platform and compatible Echo devices. You can make a call along with leaving a voice message as well as sending text messages, and all of this is free of cost. You can place a call to mobile numbers, landline numbers as well as to compatible Alexa based Echo speakers. But there is a catch here, and that is you can’t call emergency services or premium-rate numbers. You can receive calls also with Alexa’s calling service. If you want to answer a call, you can simply say “answer” whereas if you don’t want to answer a call, then you can give the voice command – “ignore.”
Types of Calls Supported by Alexa
The following types of calls that are possible with the Alexa calling feature are:
Alexa-to-Alexa callingCalls to and from Mobile number Calls to and from Landline numberCall using the Alexa app Making international calls
Types of Calls not Supported by Alexa
Emergency service numbers (like 911).Premium-rate numbers (like 1-900).Three-digit numbers / abbreviated dial codes.International numbers located outside the US, UK, Canada, and Mexico.Dial-by-letter numbers (e.g. 1-800- FLOWERS).
Benefits of Using Alexa Calling Service
It’s definitely obvious that there are so many benefits of using the calling feature of Alexa:
You can go hands-free while placing and receiving calls.You don’t need to invest in talk-time plans.You don’t need to pay anything to avail this facility.Easy to use as all you need to do is give a few verbal commands.
Compatible Devices
For Android devices, it is supported by devices running on Android 5.0 or above versions whereas for iOS-based devices, a version of iOS 9.0 or higher is recommended. Read More: Users Now Ask Alexa to Book a Doctor’s Appointment in Apollo Hospitals
How to Set Up Alexa’s Calling Service?
Here’s the know-how about making calls with Alexa:
How Does It Work?
Sign Up for Alexa Calling
Here’s how you can get started with Alexa calling:
Launch the Alexa app on your smartphone.In the app, go to the Communicate icon that you can easily spot on the bottom menu.Confirm your name.Then, you need to enter and verify your mobile number by following the on-screen instructions.Verification of the phone number is done via SMS.Sync your contacts from the address book. Contacts who also use Alexa calling, automatically appear in the ‘Contacts’ list of the app.
Thus, you are all set to use Alexa’s calling function.
Make Phone Calls Using the Alexa App:
To make a call using the Alexa app, you can go to the Alexa app on your smartphone and then go to the Communicate icon. Then, you can tap on the Contact icon in the top corner. Further, you can choose the specific contact and hit the Call button besides choosing the option of audio or video call subsequently. To end the call, you can click on the End button. When there is an incoming call or message, then you are alerted with a notification.
Make and Receive Calls Using an Echo Device:
If you are wishing to make a call with a compatible Echo device, then all you need to do is ask Alexa to call a contact. Alternatively, you can also dial the person’s number directly by voicing out the number. The number will be automatically saved too if Alexa recognizes your voice profile. You can specify if you want to call the contact’s Echo device, mobile number, or landline number and Alexa will do so accordingly. When you receive a call, then the Echo device will ring an alarm. To receive the call, you can give a simple voice command like “answer,” and to avoid it, you can say “ignore.” Moreover, when you want to end the call, you can just say “Hang up.” So, here’s how you can make calls using Alexa with your voice commands.
About Alexa Messaging
To send a text-based message, you can use the below steps:
You can go to the Alexa app on your smart device.Then, from the Communicate icon, hit the Messages icon.A new text message screen or an existing conversation screen will appear.Further, you can then send the message to your contact’s Alexa app or Echo device.
Final Words
So, now you know how to make phone calls with Alexa. It is absolutely easy to set up and get started with the Alexa calling service. Hopefully, making urgent phone calls will now not be difficult as you have Alexa to do your bid even if you are packed with work.
