Amazon’s artificial intelligence seems to know no limits and now it surprises us with this new feature. Now you can set Alexa to watch over your home when you’re away. Although it may seem that our home feels vulnerable again, it may be one more way to get closer to the security we seek without having to pay a penny to install cameras or hire a company to do so. We tell you what this function consists of and how to configure it.
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When a device is really good, you have to take advantage of all its functions. And this is what happens with the echo show 8 smart display. This model includes cameras designed a priori to establish video calls and that can now perform the function of security cameras thanks to the function that can be enabled from Home Monitoring. To activate this function you have to go directly to the device, since Home Monitoring is not enabled to be activated through the application. With the speaker in hand, tap settings via the screen (you can also do it by voice command). Home Monitoring will appear among the options, where you will have to activate it.
To confirm the operation, you have to read the information that the device offers you and click on continue. Once you verify your account and enter your password to finish the process. And how do I see the images that Alexa records later? From the application go to device and select the camera you want to activate.
What range does the camera cover?
DeThe Home Monitoring function works especially well with the Echo Show 10 model. This is capable of moving the cameras from left to right, being able to reach a higher range of action than the old versions. For skeptics who may be thinking that it is one more way to keep an eye on us at all times and give away information about our private lives, there is an interesting fact. The device can be configured to notify us with an audible alert when the camera is recording.
Although it is a relatively recent function, the truth is that it can be very practical in our day to day. So much so, that it is not only presented as a security function in case of theft, but also a way of keeping us informed about the status of our pets when we leave them alone at home.
Alexa keeps your home safe
As we can see, what began as a function to make video calls and stay connected with our family and friends, now works for us as a “security agent” who will inform us of everything that happens in our house when we are not there. It can work perfectly as if it were a security IP camera in our home, but without the need to buy an additional device, in addition, it is possible that this device will go more unnoticed by thieves than a camera, since it is clear that cameras are used to video surveillance, however, these camera screens could be a little more inconspicuous.
Remember that Alexa is also capable of performing other functions such as turning the lights on and off, barking like a dog or activating the alarm if the Alexa Guard Plus service is contracted. A service that also has a direct line to the 24-hour emergency service. Have we found our private security personnel? Only time will tell if it is really efficient.
