Select whether you'd like to pair the Input to your speaker using the AUX cable or Bluetooth speaker and follow one of the sections below. Follow the onscreen instructions to connect to your Wi-Fi, then tap Continue.ħ. Scroll down and tap Echo Input from the list of Echo devices.Ħ. Plug your Amazon Echo Input into the wall using the charger cable that comes in the box.ĥ. The Echo Input can be set up using Bluetooth or an aux cable.ġ.
Here's how to turn your speaker into an Alexa device. I used a JBL Clip 2 speaker to test the Amazon Echo Input, but note that your speaker setup process could be slightly different, so use this as a guide, but not the final say.īefore you begin, make sure you have the latest version of the Alexa app downloaded to your phone. Without either of those features, your speaker won't be able to connect to the Echo Input. In order for the Amazon Echo Input device to give your existing speaker access to the Alexa assistant, your speaker will either need to have Bluetooth capabilities or an auxiliary port - it's the small hole that's usually located on the back of your speaker. If you want the Input and can bide your time, I recommend installing a browser extension, like Honey, and setting up an alert to see when prices drop. I got mine for $10, which made it a steal. The Input often goes on sale, so it's possible to snag a deal. Why not just buy that? You could, but if you already have an expensive speaker that has terrific sound quality, this is a good option. Right now Amazon sells Echo Input for $35, which is the same price as an Echo Dot. However, it doesn't allow calling or drop-ins if you're connected with Bluetooth.
The Echo Input lets you make any Alexa command that you can with an Echo speaker, like checking the weather, setting timers and playing music.
Amazon's Echo Input is an affordable, palm-size device that gives any speaker Alexa superpowers. The good news is that you don't have to buy an Amazon Echo speaker to use the Alexa digital assistant. It isn't a smart speaker that can tell you the weather, set timers and otherwise do your bidding. You've got a speaker that you absolutely love, but it's missing one thing. Use Amazon Echo Input to turn any speaker into an Alexa device.