Alexa lights up but won't respond: 7 ways to troubleshoot

If Alexa lights up but won't respond on your Alexa-compatible device, there could be a number of issues at play.

How to connect Alexa to your lights and turn them on and off with a single command

You can connect your Alexa device to smart lights in your house and set up context-aware lighting using the Alexa app.
Android Authority

Amazon Alexa users are having trouble controlling their lights (Updated: Fixed)

Amazon Alexa seems to be having issues in recognizing voice commands regarding lights. Users are suddenly unable to control their lights with their Echo devices. The problem is now fixed according to ...
The Verge

Apparently, “Remarkable Alexa” can’t reliably turn on the lights.

In another WSJ report about Amazon’s struggles to reinvent Alexa with AI, the newspaper says it’s now going backward: In some tests, for example, it lost the ability to turn on the lights with ...
The New York Times

Echo’s Hidden Motion Sensor Can Turn On Your Lights and Other Cool Stuff

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Advice, staff picks, mythbusting, and more. Let us help you. Published June 14, ...
CNET

'Alexa, Automate My Life': Tips For Controlling Your Amazon Smart Home

If you own an Amazon Echo smart speaker or Echo Show smart display, but aren't using it to control and automate your home, you're missing out on an incredibly useful tool. Not only are Alexa-powered ...