Smart assistants are becoming a staple in many households and dorms. They are like another person living there, so you should be able to choose who you want to be speaking to, right?
You can change Alexa’s name, voice, and accent through the device settings in the Alexa app. You will have to learn some skills for certain voices.
Keep on reading to learn how to change Alexa’s name, voice, and accent to someone who sounds familiar, or even Samuel L. Jackson!
How To Change Alexa’s Name
Changing Alexa’s name is extremely easy. It takes about 30 seconds. The only thing that most might not be aware of is the fact that you only have four options.
Here’s how you do it:
It might take a few minutes for the name to update. Alexa will tell you when the name has been updated. When I did mine, it only took a few seconds.
The device’s ring will turn orange while it is updating and be ready for use after. And that is how you change Alexa’s name!
What Names can you Change Alexa to?
When changing Alexa’s name, you are limited to only four options for the voice commands. They are:
Even if you change Alexa’s voice to a celebrity’s, you can still only name Alexa these four options.
If at any time you want to return to the default language Alexa has, just repeat the above steps!
Not only can you change Alexa’s voice, language, and accent, but you can also create custom responses.
How To Change Alexa’s Language and Accent
So you’ve renamed the Echo smart speaker, but now you want to change the device’s dialect. It is just as easy and can be done in no time.
Step by Step Changing Alexa’s Language and Accent
Changing Alexa’s voice or language is similar to changing her name.
If you choose a language that you do not talk in, you might find some problems with Alexa understanding you.
Not only will she talk in that accent, but she will also be listening in the accent as well. She will create a voice profile to recognize you.
If at any time you want to return to the default voice and accent Alexa has, just repeat the above steps!
What Languages can Alexa be Changed to?
When you’re changing Alexa’s accent and language, it’s a comforting feeling. You have an AI in your home that sounds familiar.
Here’s a short list of the languages and accents Alexa can be changed to:
In this menu, you can also change the speed at which Alexa speaks as well. You can also toggle between male and female voices for Alexa.
This is great if you’re taking Alexa on the go with you to make you feel at home while traveling or to make you start some cultural immersion and practice your language skills.
How to Change Alexa’s Voice
A final cool thing you can do to change Alexa’s voice is change it to a celebrity’s voice, or a character. To do this, you can complete it in one of two ways:
What Voices can Alexa be Changed to?
Along with changing the language and accent that Alexa speaks in, you can also change Alexa’s voice to so many celebrities. Imagine having Deadpool in your home!
Here are some fun celebrity and character voices Alexa can be changed to:
- Samuel L. JacksonScooby DooDeadpoolBaby GrootShaquille O’Neal
You can also read the reviews before committing to a voice. They will let you know how well they work with the Alexa system.
Change the device name
Check out this quick video on how to change the actual device name in the app:
Tech Supportal
If at any time you’re having trouble changing Alexa’s name, voice, or accent, don’t hesitate to contact our Tech Supportal. They’re available any time that you need help with any device you have.
