“Can this be used for contacting someone for help. Like a senior citizen falling. Does it need to be paired with a smart device or will a home network be adequate. Can you add to the Hub for microphone and speakers in other rooms.”
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It does work as an intercom and can make phone calls with it. It works with your wifi network. They can be set up to all work together or independently.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Hi Danny, Yes, the Echo 4th Gen can be paired with a contact via the Alexa App. To contact your loved one from the device you can enable the Alexa Together feature. Alexa Together is a new way to provide support for your loved ones, keeping you together even when you're apart. To get started you will need: One Alexa Together Subscription: $19.99/month plus tax after 6-month free trial. Cancel anytime. An Echo Device for the person receiving support: Alexa Together only requires the person receiving support to have at least one Echo device, while you — the supporting family member — only need the Alexa app installed on your mobile device. For the best experience, we recommend you both have devices such as an Echo Show 8 so that you can video chat too. Alexa Together includes activity alerts and an activity feed, so you can get an idea of what your loved one is doing with just a quick look at your phone. It keeps you in the loop and keeps them independent. Alexa Together includes a professionally staffed 24/7 Urgent Response team that your loved one can reach by saying, “Alexa, call for help.” Or, if a compatible device detects a fall, Alexa will ask if your loved one wants to connect to Urgent Response and alert you of the call. Hope that helps!
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