To call a landline or a mobile number, say “Alexa, Skype + the phone number”, and you’ll hear the ringing as soon as the software dials the number. Skype has been very generous with their integration with Alexa as you get 200 free minutes when you log in via the Alexa app. In addition, Skype is available in more than 150 counties and you can also call landlines and mobile numbers. Why Use Skype on Echo Show?įirst of all, video and audio calls between two Skype accounts are free of charge. But this is easily resolved by putting one of your Show devices on silent. The only thing that might be a bit annoying is that Skype rings on all your Echo devices, including the Alexa smartphone app. If you don’t want to share the video just tap on the camera icon on the screen to disable it. With the Echo Show devices, the camera turns on by default when you’re placing a call. If you want to make a Skype call, say: “Alexa, Skype + contact’s name”.” To answer a Skype call, say: “Alexa, pick up”, and, of course, you can make and receive video calls.

The software synchronizes the settings across all your Echo devices and you only need to tell Alexa what to do. After you add Skype to Alexa and log in there are no additional steps.

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