Smart speakers are an upgraded version of traditional speakers, serving as a tool for consumers to access the internet using voice commands. Their main functions focus on information retrieval, alarms, and entertainment. They also offer features such as controlling smart home devices, making phone calls, and sending messages. They are not only an entertainment device but also act as a central hub for smart homes.
How to use a smart speaker?
Smart speakers are a product of artificial intelligence, and using them is very simple: you interact with them using your voice. Simply tell it what you want to do. For example, you can turn on/off lights, check the weather, or play music using voice commands.
What is the difference between a smart speaker and a regular speaker?
The difference lies in the word "smart." Regular Bluetooth speakers primarily function as audio output devices, while audio output is just one small function of a smart speaker. Additionally, smart speakers generally have slightly lower sound quality than Bluetooth speakers in the same price range. However, because they are equipped with artificial intelligence, users can interact with them using voice commands, similar to the voice assistants on smartphones. The connection methods are also different: regular speakers connect via audio cables or Bluetooth, while smart speakers primarily connect via the internet.
How to connect an AI speaker to Wi-Fi?
First, place the smart speaker close to your wireless router, ideally without any walls blocking the signal. Then, power on the speaker and the wireless router. Download the dedicated app for your smart speaker brand on your phone, connect to the smart speaker via the app, and set up the Wi-Fi connection. Even without an internet connection, you can still use it as a regular speaker via Bluetooth.