How to Listen to Audiobooks with Alexa and Google Assistant
In today's tech-driven world, listening to audiobooks has become a popular and convenient way to enjoy books on the go. With Amazon Audible, you can experience your favorite titles through both Alexa and Google Assistant. This guide will walk you through the process of using each device to bring your audiobooks to life.
Listening to Audiobooks with Alexa on an Amazon Echo Device
Assembling this guide, I assume you are referring to the process using an Amazon Echo device and the Alexa app. It's a fairly simple process that allows you to enjoy your audiobooks right from your Kindle titles. Below, you'll find a detailed step-by-step guide to get started.
Getting Started with Alexa on Amazon Audible
To listen to your Kindle ebooks as audiobooks, you can follow these steps:
Sign into Your Amazon Account: Start by signing into your Amazon account on the web to access your audiobooks. Navigate to the Audible section within your account to see all your Kindle ebooks.
Use the Alexa App: Open the Alexa app on your mobile device. Tap on the hamburger icon and select Books. From here, you can find the Kindle section.
Access Your Audiobooks: The app will display a list of all the audiobooks Alexa can read. Tap on the name of the book you want to listen to, and Alexa will start reading it.
Controlling Your Audiobooks with Alexa
Controlling audiobooks with Alexa is intuitive and accessible both through the app and by voice commands. Here are some extra pointers to make your listening experience even better:
Controlling Through the App
Volume Control: Tap on the Volume icon at the bottom right of the screen to pause, resume, go back a few seconds, go forward, or control the volume.
Jump to Specific Chapters: To jump to a specific chapter, tap on the name of the chapter in the book list.
Controlling Through Voice Commands
Resume, Pause, Skip: Command Alexa to say 'resume', 'pause', or 'go forward/back' using voice commands.
Voice Navigation: Use voice commands to increase or decrease volume, or to stop the audiobook.
Using Google Assistant for Audiobooks
Google Assistant is another popular tool that can be used to listen to audiobooks. Follow these steps to get started:
Setting Up Google Assistant for Audiobooks
Download the Google Assistant App: Download the Google Assistant app on your mobile device and open it.
Navigate to Audiobooks: Within the app, you can find the option to add audiobooks. Search for your Amazon Audible titles.
Listen and Control: Once you have your audiobooks added, you can use voice commands to control the playback. Say 'OK Google, play audiobook' or use other voice commands to pause, skip forward, or adjust the volume.
Wrapping Up
Whether you are using Alexa or Google Assistant, the process of listening to audiobooks is quite straightforward. Both tools offer a seamless and convenient way to immerse yourself in your favorite titles on the go. Experiment with different voice commands and features to find the listening experience that is perfect for you.