Heres what you gotta know about the subscription service.
What Is Alexa Emergency Assist?
you’re free to set this up using the Alexa app foriOSorAndroid.
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All of that information can provide critical additional information to first responders in an emergency.
Someone will need to speak with an agent so that information can be passed on.
All of your Echo devices can also protect your home in another way.
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Alexa Emergency Assist will continuously listen for acoustic signals from smoke or carbon monoxide alarms.
Which Amazon Echo Devices Work With Alexa Emergency Assist?
you’re free to also head to theAlexa Emergency Assist listingon the Amazon website.
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Youll then need to open up the Alexa app or download it.
First up, tap “More” and then choose “Emergency Assist.”
choose the “options” cog and then choose “Your Profile.”
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Next, on the “Your Information” page, select “Manage.”
check that to add critical information like medical conditions and gate codes that would be relevant to first responders.
If you ever want to test Urgent Response, just say Alexa, test the emergency helpline.
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ensure to stay on the line until you hear the success message.
How Much Does Alexa Emergency Assist Cost?
Amazon Emergency Assist is a subscription service.
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Two options are available: $5.99 per month, or $59 per year.
The yearly option saves almost $12 compared to paying monthly.
The subscription will automatically renew until you cancel it.
What Free Safety Features Are Available With Alexa?
Without a subscription to Amazon Emergency Assist, your emergency assistance features are limited.
The combination of Alexa and an Echo speaker can providemany great features that you should be using.
This involves linking your mobile number to Alexa.
Open up the Alexa app and tapMore > options > Communication.
Under the “Accounts” section, choose your carrier and follow the instructions.
