Alexa and Echo Show are two of the most popular smart home devices on the market. One of the newer capabilities of these devices is the ability to use them as a security camera. This means that you can use your Alexa-enabled device to monitor your home when you’re away, watch your pets or children, or even check on deliveries. In this article, we’ll explore how to use Alexa and Echo Show as a security camera.

Before we get started, it’s important to note that this feature is not available on all Alexa-enabled devices. Specifically, you’ll need an Echo Show, Echo Show 5, or Echo Show 8 to use your device as a security camera.

Setting Up Your Device

To use your Alexa-enabled device as a security camera, you’ll first need to set it up properly. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Go to the Devices tab and select the Echo Show that you want to use as a security camera.
3. Scroll down to the “Camera” section and select “Enable” to turn on the security camera feature.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize your camera settings.

Once you’ve completed these steps, your Echo Show will be configured as a security camera, and you can use it to monitor your home.

Viewing Your Security Camera Feed

Now that your Echo Show is set up as a security camera, you can use your smartphone or tablet to view the camera feed. Here’s how to do it:

1. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Go to the “Devices” tab and select the Echo Show that you want to view.
3. Select the “Live” option to view the camera feed in real-time.

You can also use the Alexa app to view recorded footage from your security camera. If you have an Amazon Prime account, you can use the app to view your camera’s 24-hour playback history.

Using Alexa Commands to Control Your Security Camera

One of the benefits of using an Alexa-enabled device as a security camera is that you can use voice commands to control it. Here are some of the most useful Alexa commands for controlling your security camera:

“Alexa, show me the [name of the camera].” This command will display the camera feed on your Echo Show.

“Alexa, turn off [name of the camera].” This command will turn off the camera when you no longer need it.

“Alexa, delete all footage from [name of the camera].” This command will delete all recorded footage from your camera.

Conclusion

Using an Alexa-enabled device as a security camera is a great way to monitor your home and keep it safe. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can set up your Echo Show as a security camera, view the camera feed on your smartphone or tablet, and use voice commands to control your camera. Whether you’re at home, at work, or on vacation, you can rest easy knowing that your home is being monitored by your Alexa-enabled device.