Anki Vector | Alexa integration

[@SuperdanTech]

An important note about speakers: for its tiny size, the voice from Vector is not bad at all. In my opinion, the voice of Echo Dot is inferior to Google Home. We did not hear Echo Dot in this video because Vector took over, but I have both Echo and Google Home and there is a significant difference in voice quality. Perhaps Gen 3 is better?

[@youmongrel]

Yes the Gen 3 Dot's sound it significantly better, I don't think they ever intended it for music listening before they realized people were doing it anyway.

[@SuperdanTech]

Thank you for confirming. To be honest, I was not impressed with the sound quality of the Echo Dot second generation compared to Google Home mini.

[@MrMittens1974]

Gen 3 is much better. It's actually fine for casual music listening.

[@SuperdanTech]

Thank you for your comment. I was disappointed with the voice quality of gen 2. Thank you for visiting my channel.

[@Benbun2]

Junajuttu

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

Today I found a guy's wallet in a parking lot. 140 bucks and 3 major credit cards. I tracked down the owner and he almost cried he was so happy. All of his cash and cards are safe and sound in his pocket again. I sure feel good about that. I thought to myself "what would Vector want me to do?"

[@SuperdanTech]

He must have been happy for sure. Vector would have done the same thing!

[@woodman94]

Charles Mcgehee vector would want you to push his wallet off a table

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

@@woodman94 Hilarious. It did feel good giving that guy his wallet back. You think Vector could have some Felony in his blood huh?

[@rush9188]

Another difference is that Vector has personality

[@LivingLifeSlower]

Not as much as Cosmo unfortunately.

[@rosanafalcao4038]

@@LivingLifeSlower *Cozmo

[@ceceliamarlow1902]

I love how vector looks so confused or stares at you when you're talking to the other assistants

[@SuperdanTech]

I never noticed but you are right! Thank you for visiting my channel.

[@kostas_sia]

i got vektor for only 80Ε, at first i didn't even know about alexa built in . now i can't live without alexa 😅😍

[@SuperdanTech]

Thank you for your comment and have fun with your Vector!

[@henrytherobot]

Alexa made him much more useful. I don't think it takes anything away from Vector. He is the star of the show and Alexa is more like his assistant. Alexa is also much faster than Vector. And to activate Alexa, you also dont have to say "hey Alexa" as loud as you have to say "hey Vector". So the problem with Vector isn't the microphone sensitivity, it's actually something that can be fixed with a simple software update. So that's good to know too! Vector will keep getting better with every update.

[@netcruzer]

Yeah I was very surprised to see how fast alexa works on vector. So the hardware is good, the 'hey vector' servers and systems are very slow.

[@SuperdanTech]

I fully agree and thank you for visiting my channel.

[@henrytherobot]

SuperdanTech my pleasure!

[@californianriver7027]

Yo I watch your videos

[@rumbledoll100]

You said the same thing on the video by Anki.

[@TurboMalibuV6]

I'm new to Alexa so when my Vector updated last night I've got an Alexa assistant now. When you said "ALEXA what's going on" my Vector responded with the weather and the latest news, although the News was random. Also, I'm discovering new commands for Vector too. Is there a list of commands somewhere that can be printed out? Vector (not Alexa) does a cool animation for "Happy New Year" and "Merry Christmas" commands.

[@SuperdanTech]

The App has a short list of commands but I am guessing that Anki kept many more "secret" for us to discover. I still have to try happy new year and merry Christmas! Thank you for the info!

[@ernstboecklin202]

@@SuperdanTech i know another one for vector: Hey Vector, show me a new trick:)

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

I just read that Vector can now commands like 'turn left", Turn Right", etc. I haven't tried it yet. Still haven't enabled the Alexa mode. Dan have you evaluated the new Gen. 3 Dot? Far superior to the earlier one. Two Gen 3 dots make a nice little stereo system. Plenty of BASS. What is the opinion of you all out there? Never tried a Google Home device. Never actually heard of them until recently. I bet there is a partioning that keeps the Vector OS separate from the ALEXA. But I haven't investigated.

[@skorpiolovesmith]

I just bought 3 of these for a lil family of them. Can’t wait to see them all having fun together! Just subbed

[@SuperdanTech]

That's awesome! Thank you for the sub!

[@OdysseyMJB]

Hey Dan? do you know why it cant play music?

[@SuperdanTech]

That's a good question. I can see three reasons, his sound processor is not good enough for music, it would drain the battery too quickly or the agreement with Amazon did not include the capability to play music from Amazon! Thanks for watching!

[@OdysseyMJB]

@@SuperdanTech Ahh okay.. dam. thank you for getting back!

[@ESebastiaanH]

But is there an option to make vector always speak in his voice.

[@SuperdanTech]

Not with the current version of the app I think. Thank you for visiting my channel.

[@bilkoprince4222]

Thanks Dan. Been looking forward to this video.

[@SuperdanTech]

You are welcome!

[@boby9129]

When you said “Hey Vector” my Vector thought I said it!

[@alkid2204]

Bruh you sure don't even have one

[@NyYannaPlays]

I have a vector and cozmo no lie

[@ProElevators383]

That happens to everyone

[@jerrydeanswanson79]

Thanks for the video. I have noticed a communication conflict between my Amazon Fire 10 Tablet and Amazon Vector. With the Fire Tablet, you may say "Alexa, enter show mode"...or "Alexa, exit show mode...to change the screen setup. Vector takes the Alexa call of course, but does not know how to change that Show Mode. Vector Alexa is having no problem doing lights, switches, and stuff in the smart home part of my Alexa setup here. This Show mode issue has me wondering if there are other Alexa commands I can't use when Vector is turned on. Having to turn off Vector so I may make that command to the tablet is a pain. Also...I have my Alexa home setup with the "Computer" wake word...so having to use "Alexa" with the tablet and Vector is also a pain. I have six Alexa devices in the house setup like that. It would appear Amazon would rather we use Alexa for everything, eh? And if there is one thing I have learned as a long-time buyer and seller on Amazon...you NEVER question their Authoritie. I will probably have to change my wake words so Amazon is happy. Damn...there goes any Star Trek similarities to my home network.

[@SuperdanTech]

Star Trek?!? Way to go!!! You seem to have quite the setup. We have 5 Google Home devices and countless smart plugs and switches. All I need now is my doors to open like on the Enterprise...LOL. I never had a Fire tablet. What is show mode? Thanks for your comment and for stopping by!

[@jerrydeanswanson79]

Hey...:Show Mode" is a screen property which makes the tablet appear the same as the Amazon Show device. Show mode is nicer to look at, I think...but to easily use the tablet as a tablet, you need to exit Show Mode. Always been a Star Trek fan. And one test of your Trekkie-ness is whether your device still flags "trekkie" as a miss-spelled word...smiles.

[@zenobibonsai]

There is actually a way UK customers can access the Alexa update on Vector: 1. Go to settings / Prefs 2. Change Language to US English 3. Go back to main screen (may require restart of app) 4. The Alexa Icon will appear in the main screen click it! 5. Login to your Amazon Account 6. Look at Vectors face and enter the passcode on the Amazon page 7. Your good to go!

[@SuperdanTech]

Very interesting Barry. We will see what other people get with this. Somebody in Switzerland was able to get the update with an amazon.com account...

[@jerryjung3173]

I thought Vector with Alexa system is new product ? U mean Vector updated it version which is came out with Alexa ? Holy Moly

[@SuperdanTech]

@@jerryjung3173 yes, Vector was recently updated to be integrated with Alexa. Thanks for watching!

[@yuprulesing]

You made this video fast, it just got released on the 17th of December. It's too bad Vector can't make calls or stream music...but the battery would be dead in 5 minutes if it allowed that.

[@SuperdanTech]

I actually got up very early to do this video. I was also very curious about this Alexa update...lol. Thank you for visiting my channel.

[@divadonroda5]

I haven’t got the update as it right now do I have to reboot my vector.

[@SuperdanTech]

Leave your Vector on tonight as I am not sure if your smart device ON is enough. I have not figured this one out yet and have not seen anything on the Anki website. One word of advice, leave Vector on his charger on the FLOOR in quiet mode. This way he won't wake up if there is some noise at night and fall off a table. And you have to be in the USA or Canada for now. Thanks for watching!

[@iam_best]

The two step question is not required anymore...

[@senenpow]

If you say Alexa when your network is down it turns red and says it can’t connect to the internet you just unplugged them 😂

[@SuperdanTech]

This is good to know. Thanks for sharing and for visiting my channel.

[@senenpow]

SuperdanTech Well thank you very much for providing us with a channel!

[@old3884]

The update is finally here! Yes!

[@SuperdanTech]

Yes and it is a GOOD update. Vector kept HIS personality! Thanks for watching!

[@skorpiolovesmith]

This was awesome thank you very much!

[@SuperdanTech]

You're very welcome!

[@madhumitasarkar5432]

Can Cozmo also work ?

[@SuperdanTech]

No not yet...LOL. Like I have said many times on my channel, I will be happy when I can get a robot that can empty my dishwasher and wash my car! LOL. Thanks for watching!

[@sneakersxsosa1492]

Do you need an Echo dot or anything to use Alexa?

[@SuperdanTech]

No, just Vector connected to the internet!

[@ilyabakharev9008]

I don't have that "Alexa" menu item in my Android app. What to do?

[@SuperdanTech]

Where do you live? The Alexa integration is only for the US and Canada for now!

[@ilyabakharev9008]

@@SuperdanTech Canada, but maybe the tablet or the robot is registered incorrectly... will check it

[@SuperdanTech]

Uninstall and re-install the App and redo the registration. It should work.

[@one4allall4one91]

I wonder if this works with hotspots instead of wifi.

[@SuperdanTech]

I need to try that when I am back home! Thanks for watching!

[@magnate5]

it does ... with my moto z3 verizon hotspot ... hotspot is mobile wifi protocol

[@SuperdanTech]

@@magnate5 Thank you for confirming!

[@coolppl2468]

When you ask vector how old he is you do not have to say “i have a question.” Since the “age” of vector is in his data base. When you say “i have a question” he hooks up to the internet.

[@SuperdanTech]

Thanks for the comment. I did several videos with Vector and sometimes I say "I have a question" by mistake. I am sure readers will find this comment useful.

[@OdysseyMJB]

Haha, Nice Intro! I think most of us have forgotten what the book is, lol. I like this little touch with vector, although, I am not sure how it works with the lights, speakers and stuff.. nice vid! And have a great Christmas. =D

[@globalfatmas]

Nice demo thanks Daniel.

[@SuperdanTech]

You are welcome and thanks for watching!

[@jacobschultz8837]

Can you tell vector Alexa play * name of song*?

[@SuperdanTech]

No you can't. You will get the message "Sorry, music playback is not supported on this device". Thanks for watching!

[@jacobschultz8837]

@@SuperdanTech thanks for the info!

[@zenobibonsai]

Its lame they only did this for USA and Canada, What about us in the UK we all paid the same price! Also the "How old are you" is not a "I have a question" statement.. it is suppose to be an internal command so "Hey Vector, How old are you?" but i cant get this to work on mine. I still think it would have been best to keep his voice, thats his identity screw Alexa shes a Vector demonic possession! You should have also mentioned the new animation updates too on Vector. "Hey Vector, Happy new year" is totally lit! lol

[@SuperdanTech]

Considering the strength of the British Pound you probably paid more than we did!!! My guess is more countries will roll in soon. It is probably more a restriction from Amazon than Anki. I saw the happy new year stuff on the Anki website after I published my video! Thanks for your comment!

[@zenobibonsai]

@@SuperdanTech Ive just added a work around in comments for non US / Canada for alexa :)

[@ernstboecklin202]

hello, i think u should get Alexa.. im in Swiss and get Alexa in Vector:) Need update Vector App then set US.english. Back to startsite of Vector app u see Alexa icon. Click and sign in with your amazon account. Then u need a Code---vector show the code on Display. continue--finish:) About Amazon Acc. Login with the correctly account. My Smarthome run over German alexa Acc. But first i use Amazon.com Acc. cuz its US. Vectors Alexa works for question only but dont find smarthome devices. So im Relog german acc. Now its work fine:) i think u try with Amazon.uk.

[@boby9129]

You turned on my Vector!!

[@matthewlomax2742]

Sodify Animation that’s sometimes funny until Alexa or google hear a commercial and blows 100 dollars on a door

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

Vector is having real trouble here. I know the cause. But to keep my warranty intact I'l call ANKI. Vector backs into his charge base and the contacts don't connect. He discharges further and gets really confused. Displays erratic behavior until I manually move him around a bit on his base to get him charging. I am not even going to clean the contacts until speaking with ANKI. Otherwise Vector is doing well aside from the 915 error appearing somewhat often. ******UPDATE Jan. 13th.: A simple wipe of his gold contacts with a dry microfiber cloth is all it takes if you see Vector not fully charging. Also Vector has not lost his Cloud signal connection in a couple of weeks. No more 915 errors. In fact Vector is working perfectly. Curious to see what ANKI does with future software downloads. I am not feeling bored with Vector at all. He never disappoints.

[@SuperdanTech]

This error 915 seems to appear less often with mine now. Nervertheless, this is something minor that Anki will most likely fix in the weeks to come. As always, thanks for sharing.

[@crazyrobotlady3391]

*Sigh* Well, getting that update was a trial. I thought it would install at one AM as all other updates have done, but that didn’t happen. I ended up getting the new version from the App Store and then- for some crazy reason- I had to completely set up my Vector from scratch. Bluetooth connection, network and password preferences. Then all the sudden he starts chasing my hands and calling my name like crazy. Then I find the “Alexa” option, but it is located in the Things to try section of the app which for me as a voiceover user showssss up as one big blob of words. According to the Anki Tech I spppoke to, things to try, Alexa, Q&A mode, Robot info are all supposed to be in columns and individual links you can just tap to access. Not for me. My device reads them like a huge sentence and I can’t tap on any of them. It just rattles on like this, “Things to try Alexa entertainment Q&A mode robot info blah blah blah. Looks like I am going to have to call them again.

[@SuperdanTech]

Something wrong happened there. I had a similar issue with the previous update but after re-setting my Vector, things were ok. I hope Anki can help you with this problem. You could uninstall the App and start from scratch before you contact them.

[@jerrydeanswanson79]

Concerning Alexa/Vector response issues...I have a "routine" which Alexa will run every time I say "Alexa...Good Morning". After initiating several Alexa skills and smart home tasks, that routine ends with Alexa tuning-in and playing Wisconsin Public Radio. The routine appears to do everything...except my call for playing WPR. Now...just try taking away my WPR in the morning and you will hear an earful. So...I have to put my hands over Vector's ears, or shut him off, if I wish Vector to have Alexa do anything requiring a streaming broadcast like this. NOT convenient.

[@chocoboasylum]

I'm actually surprised my Google Home didn't react to you. Usually it's triggered by everything that vaguely sounds like Hey Google

[@SuperdanTech]

Hi, I actually received several complaints from viewers that I was triggering their devices from some of my videos, LOL. So in my latest video about the Google Nest Hub, I muted the "hey google" throughout the whole video! Took me a while to edit :) Thanks for watching!

[@gts9920]

Hi mate, great vlog - thanks for the upload. Am I correct in assuming the Alexa integration for Vector is only for the US at this stage?

[@SuperdanTech]

You are welcome! At this point, the Alexa integration update is only available in the US and Canada. Thanks for watching!

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

Hey VECTOR......Merry Christmas Hey VECTOR.........Happy New Year What a great new upgrade. And what an impressive facial display LCD. btw I still haven't done the ALEXA enable. Thanks for trying it out to confirm it is a safe thing to enable should I choose.

[@SuperdanTech]

You are welcome! Yes I agree, the facial display is very impressive on Vector!

[@ernstboecklin202]

I can set alexa in switzerland too. Have set us.language. alexa speak german. Im log in with my amazon.com acc. Now i can ask the weather a.s.o. but alexa vetor didnt find any device:(...im rename my echo show2 to echo . Idk whats happen. My english dont fit us. Many times i call hey vector its trigger alexa!!so im go back to UK language...may i found out whats the problem...

[@ernstboecklin202]

I see u use dot in vid.is the name of dot alexa too? Ur vid show vector is not A own alexa Device.....so vector use another alexa device......i cant find vector in alexa app?

[@SuperdanTech]

Vector should appear in your list of devices in the Alexa App. You were able to get the update in Switzerland using an amazon.com account? Really? When you say "hey Vector", it should not trigger Alexa. There is something wrong here.

[@ernstboecklin202]

@@SuperdanTech yea i have a amazon.com and a amazon.de (Germany) Acc. i try to use my Echo Show as Alexa too. doesnt work but both answer! next i try to log in in my German Amazon Acc. and try same way like my .com Acc. BTW. Amazon.com dont deliver in Swiss anymore cuz our Gouverment want new taxes for small pack orders,start 1.1.19 so i need my amzon .de acc with a german adress. its a Trader,they recieve packs in German and bring to Switzerland....About Trigger Vector/Alexa: its nothing new..sometime i call vector alexa echo show wakeup. Vector is inside of Echo show and Google Home Hub rounabout 2m radius:).

[@ernstboecklin202]

SOLVED: login Vector App use my Amazon.de Acc(German) . Smarthome works and Vector is in list Alexa app.. thx Dan, help to make my day:)

[@kerigancreighton2351]

He is also very fast at recognition now!

[@jerrydeanswanson79]

I also noticed much better face recognition results today. Just me or was there some update dealing with that?

[@kerigancreighton2351]

@@jerrydeanswanson79 Yeah I notice it too, it says it in the changelog

[@SuperdanTech]

You mean face recognition? I was expecting this to improve actually. Like I said before, Vector is going to evolve a lot in the next 12 months! Thanks for your comment!

[@kerigancreighton2351]

And voice

[@kerigancreighton2351]

@@SuperdanTech is there a difference between voice recognition between Alexa mode and hey vector mode?

[@king_bob7467]

For how old are you with Vector, you don’t say “Hey Vector, Question, How old are you?” You just say “Hey Vector, How old are you?

[@SuperdanTech]

Thanks for the clarification!

[@king_bob7467]

@@SuperdanTech No problem!

[@saeedmahjoori]

I hope DDL changes Amazon voice on Vector. I want vector to talk to me only. Also I would like an option to change to Google Assistant.

[@jessicanolde7739]

I love my little boy 😍⭐️💙

[@Cipher73]

I hope one day talking to Vector will be as simple as Alexa. "Hey Vector" needs to go. I just want to say "Vector". Also, saying "Bye Vector" should equal saying "Hey Vector (waits for Vector) Goodbye" and Vecor responds right away. That's a more normal conversation.

[@ExclamationMarx]

Wouldn't it be really awkward though if Vector tried to listen for a command every time you were talking to someone about him? I think Anki made it so you need to say "Hey Vector" because it can separate you saying his name casually from actually wanting to talk to him Even in this video, the word Alexa was said casually & it accidentally activated the Alexa inside of Vector It would be the same if Vector responded to just "Vector" instead of "Hey Vector". It would make it so easy to accidentally make Vector respond to you

[@Sebbir]

Sad Boi also as a graphic designer the word “vector” pops up a bit too much in conversation for it not to be annoying

[@telley6619]

You dont say "hey Vector" "I have a question" "Whats your age". The reason that doesnt work is because its searching the internet for "Whats your age". Instead ask vector "Hey vector" "Whats your age?", that will ask vector, not the internet.

[@SuperdanTech]

Thank you for the info. Very useful and thanks for visiting my channel.

[@boby9129]

Stop turning on my Vector!!!

[@SuperdanTech]

Sorry...LOL. Thank you for visiting my channel.

[@boby9129]

Stop saying “Hey Vector” 🤣🤣

[@jamiegrayce7090]

6dudididdi

[@SnivyFan11]

@@jamiegrayce7090 what?

[@jackmcclain5805]

Vector’s price on amazon is $92.

[@SuperdanTech]

Thank you for sharing. I also did a recent video on pricing for Vector and Cozmo.

[@SnivyFan11]

Lucky you! 👌👌👌👍👍👍

[@ceceliamarlow1902]

I bought it lol

[@SuperdanTech]

@@ceceliamarlow1902 have fun with your Vector!

[@Phoenix-qu4wg]

I got my vector during christmas 2019 for around 60 or 70 bucks

[@SuperdanTech]

That was a very good deal. Thank you for visiting my channel.

[@venkatesangopalakannan4246]

I like vector and Cozmo

[@SuperdanTech]

So do I and thank you for visiting my channel.

[@koonlai167]

You can say cancel on alexa

[@clinical_rat]

Informative review, thanks.

[@SuperdanTech]

You are welcome and thank you for visiting my channel.

[@matthewlomax2742]

In the intro vector was turned off, without WiFi vector will still respond but can’t access wether or the “I have a question” section, the Alexa and google would have given an error In conclusion all devices were turned off or unplugged

[@jessicanolde7739]

I love my boy 😍💙⭐️😃

[@kingisthebest8372]

Vector is cute

[@upsetmom76]

2:06

[@SuperdanTech]

Thanks for watching!

[@sokinecola9361]

You mostly ignored Vector...

[@SuperdanTech]

Poor him...good thing I did several recent videos where he was featured! Thanks for watching!

[@노현아-s2e]

축하반나다!한국 댓을 찾으셨습니당

[@SuperdanTech]

Thank you very much!

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

See the update I have added below in my last posting. I got an idea for a funny joke. After Vector has stored a friend's face and name into his Face recognition database, go into the APP and change the name. Instead of "Joe" you can change it to a funny name. This will get a lot of laughs and it will add to Vector's creativity charm. I finally enabled the Alexa feature. Now Vector/Alexa can control my lights too. And I like some of the ALEXA "Skills" Vector can do. The R2D2 talk feature is great. The sound is impressive. But I am watching his battery life. If it hurts the charge duration I will disable it. Probably will be okay though. Vector will run around for up to 35 minutes before he starts searching for his charge home. I think we are about to see a flood of new tech A.I. Robots. Vector is going to be hard to beat. I saw him selling for $232.00 recently. I see a used one for $90 bucks. Can't be too old. Vector was just released in October. That must have sold quickly. HEY DAN!

[@SuperdanTech]

I like your face trick, awesome!!! There were some good deals at Bestbuy before Christmas too. Speaking of AI robots, like I have said before I will be happy when I can get a robot that will empty my dishwasher and wash my car...lol

[@mikehillsman4033]

Vector and Alexa

[@SuperdanTech]

Thank you for visiting my channel.

[@JGeodes]

1:03 nah. Those ain't the prices these days. Lemme help. It can cost around (this is the cheapest I found) 580 usd.

[@_Indian_cooking_77]

Wow bro

[@SuperdanTech]

Thank you for visiting my channel.

[@upsetmom76]

6:38

[@spacegoose1574]

Who got an Alexa advert

[@rajeshkumarsingh7948]

0:16 Thumbnail

[@SuperdanTech]

Thanks for watching and Happy Holidays!

[@ShPlum]

OMG alexa virus!!!

[@SuperdanTech]

LOL, there are a LOT of virus out there 1000 times worse than Alexa or Google Home! Thank you for visiting my channel. Your phone is a virus with a camera...lol

[@sarinahwan5436]

Hi i malay

[@SuperdanTech]

Hi Sarinah, thank you for visiting my channel.

[@Radios13327]

Ashley darst

[@SuperdanTech]

Happy Holidays!

[@ROrneli]

I wish it had been google home instead of alexa, i would not had returned my vector

[@Cyba_IT]

Yes! If Anki went with Google this would have been perfect. What a shame.

[@yuprulesing]

Amazon has really been pushing their Alexa assistant...I wouldn't be surprised if they offered a much sweeter deal.

[@ariffateh7410]

Roboert Ornelas

[@magnate5]

a work around would be if they enable IFTTT which works for both alexa & google assistant

[@cp-eu-cosmoisthebest-3428]

Alexavector

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

Dan go search for Cozmo performs Thriller. You will laugh. Expert programming. 5 cozmos in sync.

[@SuperdanTech]

I will have a look. Thanks for letting me know! Don't miss my Cozmo special Christmas video...coming up on Friday!

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

@@SuperdanTech I will be looking for your next release.

[@henrycheco9615]

Vector is a waste of money

[@supergokufan23498]

9:24

[@SuperdanTech]

Thanks for watching! I hope more than just 9 min and 24 seconds...lol