We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Amazon's virtual assistant Alexa can be too talkative for its own good at times, which can be a bit overwhelming for users constantly telling ...

Amazon Alexa is perfect for hands-free assists in many scenarios, but alongside a cursory Google search, these features can handle lesser-known tasks.

Alexa logo displayed on smartphone screen with a laptop keyboard in the background - Blossom Stock Studio/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Debuted in 2014, Alexa ...