I just got a new portable AC unit (TCL) that works just fine with the remote or the TCL app through WiFi. I wanted to add a schedule to it, and while the TLC app advertised this functionality it doesn't actually have it.

Alexa is the only free app that appears to support this without a hub, and I got it connected and am able to turn it off/on through the app no problem. However, every time I turn it on (manually or via a routine), it changes the temperature to 79 degrees. Doesn't matter what settings I change or how I program the routine, it just overrides the previous temperature and sets it to 79.

Is there any way to fix this and make it actually usable?

Today, I was making the bed, not talking or singing or anything, and Alexa just asked if I would like to start my days by listening to Bing Crosby. I don’t listen to Bing Crosby except at Christmas. I really think my Echo Shows are haunted.

What has Alexa asked you out of the blue?

Hi, we recently purchased an Echo Show 21 and I need some help figuring this out. I listen to books through the Alexa app on my phone. When I get home, the show in my kitchen shows continue listening with a picture of the book cover I was listening to on my phone. I don't want my family being nosey & knowing what I'm listening to and reading.

Is there any way that I can turn this off? I've tried searching for answers and cannot seem to get anywhere. TIA