They could be useful new ways to interact with the revamped, AI-powered Alexa. They could be useful new ways to interact with the revamped, AI-powered Alexa. is a senior reporter covering technology, ...

You can pair an Alexa-compatible remote with your Amazon Echo by using the Alexa app on a mobile device.

To make a playlist with Alexa on your Amazon Echo device, you have the option to ask Alexa or create one using the Amazon Music app.

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Amazon’s Alexa was one of the many tech services impacted by a major Amazon Web Services outage that started Monday morning, Oct. 20.