There are a lot of different changes coming to this program, they clearly want to make it at least pay for itself. I know quite a few community members who are using the ring security system use Alexa Guard to create an integration to SmartThings via an Alexa routine. Once this takes full effect, y…

[image] Paul_Oliver: Alexa Guard is going away. See text from email that I received this afternoon from Amazon. Yep. It’s the same thing They announced last year that I referenced in the first post above. The only detail that’s new is that you had to have set up away lighting already in order…

Does the requirement for subscription include the component of Alexa guard that cycles the lights? I hope not, otherwise I’ll be back to square one seeking a replacement for vacation lighting. :disappointed: That being said, this actually seems like a reasonably good idea/cost to help pay for Alexa…

[image] farlicimo: Does the requirement for subscription include the component of Alexa guard that cycles the lights? I hope not, otherwise I’ll be back to square one seeking a replacement for vacation lighting. :disappointed: That being said, this actually seems like a reasonably good idea/cos…

[image] JDRoberts: Looks like Away Lighting will still be a free feature for now Fingers crossed!

Amazon is also adding Ads to Prime Video in 2024 unless you pay extra to remove them. cha ching! :wink: (yes - off topic)

[image] Amazon wants to charge a subscription fee for Alexa eventually Amazon recently locked some of Alexa's Guard security features behind a paywall.

[image] Paul_Oliver: Amazon wants to charge a subscription fee for Alexa eventually | Ars Technica The person being interviewed actually said they want to charge for the new AI version of Alexa eventually, but also specifically said that “the Alexa you know and love today will remain free.” B…

Alexa Guard is going away. See text from email that I received this afternoon from Amazon. "Dear Alexa Guard customer, We want to inform you that we no longer support Alexa Guard. We appreciate the opportunity you’ve given us to help keep your home safe and secure. How can I access Guard features…

[image] JDRoberts: Yep. It’s the same thing They announced last year that I referenced in the first post above. The only detail that’s new is that you had to have set up away lighting already in order to be able to continue to use it without a subscription. It looks like new customers won’t get …

How do you make changes to Away lighting? I can’t find any reference to it in the Alexa app.

[image] Paul_Oliver: How do you make changes to Away lighting? I can’t find any reference to it in the Alexa app. Devices->long hold Mode-> Gear icon->Away Lighting

Amazon to change Alexa Guard features, begin requiring paid subscription

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