How to control Somfy blinds with Alexa-electric blind?

The easiest way to set up your Somfy electric blinds with Alexa is by using the Somfy TaHoma hub. Somfy TaHoma is a smart hub that is connected to your wifi network and allows you to control all compatible devices within your home, including your electric blinds.

Who is the Blind Guy on Amazon Alexa?

Bill Boules has an audio podcast on the topic of assistive technology (he’s been blind since birth) and he recorded several episodes on the topic of Amazon’s Alexa devices. The podcast is called The AT Junkie. These episodes were recorded

Can a person with low vision use Alexa?

There are practical ways that Amazon’s Alexa can help those who low vision or are blind and there are also some fun things that it can do as well. In other words, it’s much more than just a took or a luxury item -it can become a vital part of your home.

Can a blind person use Alexa to call 911?

I have information below on how Alexa can be used to call 911, to call people on your contact list and even to call local businesses. Being visually impaired or blind prohibits most people from grocery shopping.

How can Alexa help blind and visually impaired people?

Last Christmas I bought a second generation Amazon Echo for my partner and daughter who are both visually impaired, in an attempt to make our home more accessible for them. We love that Amazon have taken essentially an “environmental control system” and turned it into an everyday gadget that is growing popular in more households.

Bill Boules has an audio podcast on the topic of assistive technology (he’s been blind since birth) and he recorded several episodes on the topic of Amazon’s Alexa devices. The podcast is called The AT Junkie. These episodes were recorded

Can a blind person use the Amazon Echo?

You can connect a smartphone or other device via Bluetooth and use the Amazon Echo as a speaker. I sometimes use this when listening to books from RNIB Overdrive for example. As all of the games are played by voice on any Amazon Echo, they are fully accessible for blind and visually impaired people as there are no visual aspects.

What are some things you can do with Alexa?

Most people check the weather on a phone app, but I find it a lot easier to ask Alexa what the current weather is. It’s also great to do before you go out. She gives great detail such as telling you whether it’s raining, cloudy or sunny, and is very accurate.