Can I Use Wyze Cam with Alexa and Echo Devices?

Hey there! Are you wondering if Wyze Cam works with Alexa and Echo devices? Well, I’m here to clear things up for you!

So, let’s dive right in. Many of you have been asking whether you can connect your Wyze Cam to your Alexa and Echo devices. And the answer is a resounding yes!

With Wyze Cam, you can conveniently link it to your Alexa and Echo devices. This means you can now control your Wyze Cam through voice commands. How cool is that?

Once you’ve set up the integration, you can use voice prompts like, “Alexa, show me the living room on Wyze Cam” or “Alexa, turn off the nursery Wyze Cam.” It truly gives you a whole new level of convenience and control.

But here’s the thing, to get started, you need to have your Wyze Cam set up and connected to your Wi-Fi network. Once you’ve done that, you can proceed to the next step.

In order to link your Wyze Cam with your Alexa and Echo devices, you’ll need to enable the Wyze Skill on your Alexa app. Don’t worry, it’s easy peasy! Just open the Alexa app, go to the Skills & Games section, and search for the Wyze Skill. Once you find it, enable it and follow the simple on-screen instructions.

Once you’ve successfully linked your Wyze Cam with Alexa, you’ll be able to use voice commands to control your camera. Just make sure you have an Echo device with a screen, like an Echo Show or Echo Spot, to view the live video feed from your Wyze Cam.

To sum it up, let me reassure you – Wyze Cam is absolutely compatible with Alexa and Echo devices. With this integration, you can effortlessly control your Wyze Cam using voice commands, adding an extra layer of convenience to your smart home setup. It’s a game-changer!

So go ahead, set it up, and enjoy the perks of seamless integration between Wyze Cam and Alexa. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!

Yes, you can use Wyze cam with Alexa. The great thing is that the AI assistant makes it easy for you to see what’s happening on the camera. But before you can do that, you need to make sure they are synced up. Don’t worry though, it’s not difficult at all. I’ll guide you through it step by step and give you some helpful tips along the way.

Before we begin, make sure you have created and logged into your Wyze and Alexa accounts.

Using Wyze with Alexa

One of the best things about Wyze is that it works well with a variety of Amazon smart speakers and the Alexa mobile app. So you can use whichever one you prefer.

It’s worth mentioning that the Wyze V2 and Pan cameras are the ones that are compatible with Alexa. The company had to update the hardware to make it all work smoothly.

To check if you have the right camera, simply take a look at the sticker on the back. If it says V2, you’re good to go.

Step 1

The first thing you need to do is make sure that one or more Wyze cameras are set up correctly. Open the Wyze app and go to Devices to check.

Next Step: Camera Names

Once I’ve confirmed that the camera feed is working properly, it’s important to ensure that the camera names are easy and straightforward. Instead of using complex names, like a combination of letters and numbers, I recommend using simple names such as “Backyard” or “Front door.” These simple names will make it much easier for Alexa to locate the camera when you give it a command.

If you find that the camera names are unnecessarily complicated, it’s a good idea to take some time to rename them. This will prevent any confusion for the AI. To change the name, simply tap on the camera, type in a new name, and click “OK.”

Step 3

Now it’s time to update the firmware on your cameras. You might think this step is unnecessary, but it actually helps ensure a seamless sync.

To update the firmware, simply tap on the camera feed. The software should automatically provide the option to upgrade. Just click on the “Upgrade” button in the pop-up window to confirm your choice, and then sit back and wait for the software to work its magic.

And yes, you gotta do this step for every camera you have.

Step 4

Now that’s out of the way, you need to turn on the Wyze Alexa skill, and there are three ways to make it happen.

You can use the Alexa app, go to the Amazon Store, and download or install the skill, or you can just give a command. The last option is definitely the easiest. You just need to say, “Alexa, enable Wyze skill.”

Once the AI has the skill, it’ll let you know it’s ready to use. If you choose to do it through the Alexa app, the system will ask you to give permission for access to the cameras.

Step 5

Now that you’ve got the hang of it, it’s time to find your devices (Wyze cams). When you install the skill through the Alexa app, you’ll receive a notification with this option. And if you ever need to, you can always give a simple command: “Alexa, discover my devices”.

By this point, your Wyze cams are all set up and connected to Alexa, and they have the same names as they do in the Wyze app. However, you also have the choice to use a different camera name when giving Alexa commands.

Changing the Name of a Wyze Cam using the Alexa App

To begin, open up the Alexa app and go to the Smart Home tab. From there, select the Devices tab and choose the camera that you want to rename. Once you’re on the Device Settings page, tap on “Edit Name” and enter the new name you want to use.

When you’re finished, select Done. Just to let you know, this change won’t affect the Wyze app, so the names will stay the same.

Using Voice Commands to Preview Wyze Cams

As you can probably guess, using Alexa commands to view your Wyze cams is easy. Here’s what you need to say:

“Alexa, show me + (the camera name).”

It may take a few seconds for the live feed to appear. The speed can vary depending on your network and any delays between Amazon and Wyze servers.

After you sync the two systems, it’s a good idea to go through all the cams in the set-up. This will help you test the camera names and ensure everything is connected properly.

Important Notes

The command variations that work are: “show my”, “show the”, or just “show”. Of course, you need to add the camera name after the word “show”.

If you don’t give Alexa another command, the live feed will stay on for ten minutes and then disappear. If you want it to stay on longer, you’ll need to give the command again. To stop the stream, you can ask Alexa to go home or tell it to stop.

I want to emphasize that Alexa doesn’t support alert videos, two-way audio, or the pan and tilt function on Wyze cams. So, you’ll only get the audio and video feed.

Alexa, Who’s at the Door?

Over the past few years, Amazon has made significant progress in the IoT market. Their smart speakers connect with many different home devices, creating a seamlessly integrated environment for a truly smart home.

Where have you placed your Wyze cams? Have you tried any other brands of smart cameras? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.