Alexa conference calling option lets you make audio calls to a group of people from the Echo or Echo Dot speaker and make video conference calls using an Echo Show.

Can i use amazon echo as a conference phone. However given that the Echo hardware is considerably cheaper than a low-end conference puck Im sure someone is already working on a firmware hack for this purpose. However back in September during Amazons hardware announcement event. 2 Echo Dot as a speaker the audio out from Raspberry Pi voice calls Im developing a VoIP solution with Raspberry Pi.

If you have multiple Echo Dots or any other Echo devices you can link them together and use them as an intercom system. Once youre done Alexa will send the message to your contact. When you leave the area your device and the Echo will disconnect.

Yes Alexa can call anyone from your contact list who is using an Alexa smart speaker. Click Show contacts to see your contact list. Its also possible to do this using the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.

Click the call icon. There is no limit on call times. Joining meetings is supported on most Alexa enabled devices that support Alexa Communication and works with a variety of popular conferencing solutions including Amazon Chime Cisco WebEx Zoom and Skype.

On the flip side workers can also use their devices enabling them to connect both at work and home. Scroll to find the contact for the person youre looking to reach and select their name. Use your Amazon Echo as a wireless speaker for your phone.

For now assume as a VoIP phone capability for voice calls. Other New Amazon Echo Alexa Calling Features In addition to the group calling feature Amazon has also introduced video conference calling through Zoom and Amazon Chime on Echo Show 8 devices. Just open the app and select the Conversations button.