Alexa: How to start a smart home - The Verge
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Alexa is just one of several home assistants that you can use to control your smart home, but there are some pros and cons to consider before Prime Day tempts you with cheap Echo devices.
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Alexa: How to start a smart home - The Verge
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The Verge: Living with the ghost of a smart home's past : r/homeautomation
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Alexa: How to start a smart home - The Verge