How to use Alexa as a speaker with aux
There are a number of smart speakers that have been introduced to the market today. However, the Amazon Echo is still one of the best- selling speakers as it is equipped with an AUX port unlike most of its competitors.
The Amazon Echo speaker comes with one of the most efficient and reliable voice command assistants in Alexa. To be honest, Alexa reminds me of Siri for the Apple products. This is because both Siri and Alexa are voice command assistants that function pretty well throughout. In addition to this, Alexa is able to understand a wide variety of languages which includes, English, French and even Spanish. For sure, this is actually very convenient as Alexa is able to understand what you tell it regardless of the accent you have. I must admit that Alexa is one of the most convenient features that come with the Echo speaker. This is because it also allows you to easily control all the functions of the speaker.
The Amazon Echo speaker comes with an AUX port that allows you to listen to the playlists in your mobile phone or tablet.All you have to do is simply get an AUX cable and connect it to your phone and speaker. Once you have done this, you should then open the Alexa app on your mobile phone and open “Devices” then choose “AUX Audio” on the connected device. After you have clicked on that option, select “Line Out” and you’ll be good to go! Once you go through all these steps successfully you’ll be able to play music on your mobile phone and hear it on your Amazon Echo speaker.
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How to connect your PC to an Amazon Echo speaker with AUX
Connect an AUX cable to your PC and the Amazon speaker
Well, this process is a bit similar to connecting your smartphone to the Echo speaker with an AUX cable. The first thing that you should do is to get an AUX cable and connect it to your PC and the speaker. However, the Echo speaker doesn’t come with the AUX cable in the box so you will have to buy one separately. The good news is that these cables are very affordable so you won’t end up breaking the bank in order to get one.
Download the Alexa app from the Microsoft store
After you have done this, you should download the Alexa app from the Microsoft store. Unlike some of the other apps on the Microsoft store, the Alexa app is completely free which is very good as it is readily available. However, it is important to note that Alexa is only compatible with Windows 10. Therefore, you won’t be able to download it if your PC operates on the older Windows software.
Pair your PC with the Amazon Echo speaker
Once you have downloaded the Alexa app, you should set up your account and then open “Devices”. This will allow you to look at the devices that are connected to Alexa. You should then click on the Echo speaker and choose “AUX Audio” in order to pair both your devices. After you have done this, select the “Line in” option and you will be able to play music on your PC through the Echo speaker. You should ensure that you click on the “Line in” option and not the “Line Out” option that you’d choose when pairing your smartphone to the Echo speaker.
Below is a summary of 5 of the best Alexa speakers in the market today:
Model |
Size |
Ports |
Speakers |
Availability |
Amazon Echo dot with clock |
3.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 inches |
3.5mm Line in\ out |
Single 1.6 inch speaker |
|
Amazon Echo (4th Generation) |
5.7 x 5.7 x 5.2 inches |
3.5mm Line in\ out |
(1) 3 inch woofer, (2) 0.8 inch tweeters |
|
Sonos One speaker |
4.8 inches x 6.4 inches |
N/A |
2 amplifiers, 1 tweeter, 1 mid woofer |
|
Amazon Echo dot (3rd Generation) |
3.9 inches x 3.9 inhes x 1.7 inches |
N/A |
Built- in speaker |
Conclusion
Without doubt, technology has really advanced nowadays. You can easily play music from your phone on your speaker through wireless connection such as Bluetooth. However, speakers such as the Echo also come with the old school AUX port. This allows you to connect an AUX cable and enjoy listening to all your playlists on the speaker. As you have seen, it’s pretty simple to connect your Echo speaker as a speaker with aux and it doesn’t require any expertise. In addition to this, Alexa is also compatible with a variety of android phones and operates efficiently in different languages.
FAQs
Can I connect my Amazon Echo speaker to an external speaker?
Yes you can definitely do this however, you will need to connect your Echo speaker to the external speaker using a 3.5mm male audio connector. Unfortunately, this connector doesn’t come with the Echo speaker therefore you will be required to buy one separately.
Is Alexa compatible with all smartphones?
Yes, it is compatible with both Apple and android smart phones.
