Once the wake word is said, the Echo lights up to indicate it is ready for a question or other request. You can then ask a question or make a request. For example, you could ask “What is the current temperature?” to get the current temperature in your area.
You can also interact with an Echo using the button on top of the device or with the smartphone Alexa app.
Echo privacy concerns
Recordings made after the wake word is said can be listened to and managed through the Alexa smartphone app.
The Echo devices have mute buttons you can press to mute the microphone from listening or recording any audio. However, if enabled, it cannot hear the wake word.
