I would be most grateful for any assistance in setting up the new intercom feature...
First, I have the latest version of the Alexa app on my
non-activated Android phone. I don't own an activated cell phone, so that's my only option. This may be the reason intercom setup isn't working, but I'm not sure.
In the Alexa app, I went to Settings>General and individually changed the names of my Echo and two Dots to Kitchen, Living Room, and Bedroom. I then set "Drop-In" to "On" for each device. (I also tried setting "Drop In" to "Only my household" with no effect.)
That's all I did. Is there another step I missed (or are unable to perform due to the phone's non-activated status)?
When I'm in the kitchen, I say, "Echo, call living room." The kitchen device responds, "To make calls, first register in your Alexa app."
Does anyone know if I'm doing something wrong? My Echo devices have the latest software according to
this page.
Added ~ I found this by searching the Internet (emphasis mine):
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The intercom system works through household groups created during the setup process, meaning it's not limited to speakers on the same Wi-Fi, so it's possible to communicate with Echo-owning friends or relatives in a different area code, for instance. Users can also use the feature away from home using the Alexa app.
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I don't see any way to set up "household groups." Is that because my phone isn't activated?