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Originally Posted by OtinG
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With Alexa, the app does a good job with routines that are programmed to occur at specific times. But using the app to turn on a specific light or plug takes several steps. So either argue with her via voice, fish through a poorly organized and designed app, or just go directly to the app for that light and turn it on much faster. Apple has very little as far as HomeKit accessories, but at least the Home app is far better than the Alexa app. Siri is less likely to argue, but she probably is dumber than Alexa though! So with HomeKit accessories I also usually use the Home app or the accessory’s app rather than voice.
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If you do some pre-setup, I don't really see a problem (with lights/plugs)
Using the Alexa App:
Open the Alexa app
click on "Devices"
Scroll to the plug (may not need to scroll: move the more often used plugs earlier)
click on the plug
The above, for me, seems easier then remembering which plug goes with which app, not to mention once you have other things besides plugs.
It would be nice if Alexa had a widget for IOS (that exposed devices).