This is my top 10 things to do with Alexa in 2018. A look back on the coolest things we managed to get her to do this year.
If you’re new to my channel this is a handy list, if you’ve been following me for a while then maybe you missed a couple of these. Either way, enjoy ny countdown of the top 10 things to do with Alexa this year! 1. Control Non smart devices with Alexa: youtu.be/DJIhEyMQ0TI Links: UK Links: Broadlink: Amazon: Broadlink: Amazon: Universal links: 35mm diameter motor: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. By buying through any of the links above I will earn commission at no extra cost to you 🙂 🙂 |
Get Alexa to hoover your house without paying for a Roomba
This is a review and unboxing of the Eufy Robovac 11 which is a perfect cheap alternative to Roomba, and because it is Infrared it can be controlled using Alexa by following the below guide created by yours truly:
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How to stream from your phone to your TV the easy way
This how to video tutorial will show you how to stream from any android mobile/cell phone or tablet to any Windows, Android, Linux, iOS, or Raspberry Pi based device using Kodi and Yatse.
If your TV is not Android based then Android set top boxes are super cheap and start from around £30 Links: Cheap Android set top box: amzn.to/2BRjDlb If you’re looking for something that is also capable of retro gaming, then check out my review of the Matricom set top box: here: youtu.be/D3PxMJ3zmB4 As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. By buying through any of the links above I will earn commission at no extra cost to you 🙂 🙂 |
Build a complete smart home for £255
An exlanation of Home automation for beginners. This is a video full of cheap alternatives to mainstream home automation products, an explanation of the different devices involved in home automation and some recommendations by yours truly: Paul Hibbert
Please note, Broadlink can only be fully controlled by Alexa using some nifty tricks. Check out this post for more info and some tutorials: www.paulhibbert.co.uk/2017/11/24/a-complete-guide-to-connecting-the-broadlink-rm-pro-and-broadlink-blackbean-to-alexa/ Echo dot: amzn.to/2jEhTYS As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. By buying through any of the links above I will earn commission at no extra cost to you 🙂 🙂 |
How to create custom phrases for Alexa with ‘routines’
Amazon has released an update which means we can finally create custom phrases for Alexa by using Routines. This gave me a couple of good ideas and has solved a big problem with the Broadlink skill. Most importantly I can go back to feeling like I live in the hit 90’s movie Demolition Man.
This video tutorial will show you how to use routines Buy an RM pro here: goo.gl/lu7OOR Buy 5 RF plug sockets here: amzn.to/2h4VlvO Buy an RF mains dimmer switch here: amzn.to/2AiM8IB Buy a nest thermostat here: amzn.to/2Ai5MUW You will need a Hue hub as well as lamps if you want the Philips setup, you can get them here: I’m hoping to start making some money by doing what I love, which is this! If my video has helped you and you’re feeling super generous then you can donate here: paypal.me/PaulHibbert, otherwise I guess it’ll be back to the call centres for me. Much love, -P |
DIY home automation project: touch panel for any smart device
This is an easy tutorial to turn any Android tablet (no root required) into a posh DIY home automation touch panel. This is a cheap alternative to the expensive touch panels in swanky smart homes, and will control pretty much anything including the Broadlink RM Pro and the Broadlink blackbean. This is a simple setup using IFTTT, the RM plugin, Nova launcher and basic android widgets.
FIND ME ON TWITTER, please, I’ve got no mates: twitter.com/hibberthometech Links: Buy an RM pro here: goo.gl/lu7OOR Buy 5 RF plug sockets here: amzn.to/2h4VlvO Buy an RF mains dimmer switch here: amzn.to/2AiM8IB Buy a nest thermostat here: amzn.to/2Ai5MUW You will need a Hue hub as well as lamps if you want the Philips setup, you can get them here: I’m hoping to start making some money by doing what I love, which is this! If my video has helped you and you’re feeling super generous then you can donate here: paypal.me/PaulHibbert, otherwise I guess it’ll be back to the call centres for me. Much love, -P |
Alexa and Google home on one device
This is a ‘how to’ tutorial to show you how to use an Android watch to get the best of both Google home and Alexa as a seamless experience. By using Alexa listens you can control Alexa, and by using Google you can control pretty much any audio including Google play music and Youtube!
By using Yatse you can even control Kodi using your watch! UK Links: Hate watches? As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. By buying through any of the links above I will earn commission at no extra cost to you 🙂 🙂 I’m hoping to start making some money by doing what I love, which is this! If my video has helped you and you’re feeling super generous then you can donate here: paypal.me/PaulHibbert, otherwise I guess it’ll be back to the call centres for me. Much love, -P |
Alexa on a watch!
This is a how to tutorial to show you how to put Alexa on your watch!
UK Links: Hate watches? As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. By buying through any of the links above I will earn commission at no extra cost to you 🙂 🙂 I’m hoping to start making some money by doing what I love, which is this! If my video has helped you and you’re feeling super generous then you can donate here: paypal.me/PaulHibbert, otherwise I guess it’ll be back to the call centres for me. Much love, -P |
£100 Ring video doorbell and stick up camera alternative – Reolink Argus
This is a review, setup guide & side by side comparison for the 1080P Reolink Argus stick up Camera. I have compared it to my Ring video doorbell and although there are advantages to each I honestly think the Reolink Argus wins in almost every category and it is a big financial saving in both initial outlay and yearly subscription cost. See below for a price comparison.
I honestly believe that this is the best bang for buck wireless security camera for 2017 Reolink Argus £99.99: amzn.to/2jQle6R By buying through any of the links above you will help support my channel (Paul Hibbert) Now for a sob story… I’m hoping to start making some money by doing what I love, which is this! If my video has helped you and you’re feeling super generous then you can donate here: paypal.me/PaulHibbert Much love, -P |
How to control curtain roller blinds with Alexa and broadlink RM Pro
How to control curtain roller blinds with Alexa and broadlink RM Pro
In this video I’ll show you how to control a curtain roller blind with Alexa and a Broadlink RM pro. UK Links: Broadlink: Amazon: Broadlink: Amazon: Universal links: 35mm diameter motor: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. By buying through any of the links above I will earn commission at no extra cost to you 🙂 🙂 I’m hoping to start making some money by doing what I love, which is this! If my video has helped you and you’re feeling super generous then you can donate here: paypal.me/PaulHibbert, otherwise I guess it’ll be back to the call centres for me. Much love, -P
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