So, I recently got my hands on 'Alexa unter Windows,' a German guide for using Alexa on desktops and laptops. Here's the real deal after testing it out.

First off, the book does a decent job explaining basic Alexa commands and how to integrate them with Windows. The step-by-step instructions for setting up Alexa are clear, especially for beginners. I liked how it simplifies things like adding calendar entries via voice—super handy for work!

But... there are some major letdowns. The author keeps plugging their website, which feels unnecessary and distracting. Worse, the book promises detailed installation guides but leaves out crucial steps. For example, it mentions a 'free app' but doesn’t say where to find it—super frustrating when you’re mid-setup.

The section on activating Alexa via voice command is useful if you own an Echo device, but it doesn’t help much for Windows users. And don’t even get me started on the TV app issue—it straight-up doesn’t work, which the book conveniently ignores.

Verdict? If you want a broad overview of Alexa devices, this might be worth a skim (if it’s cheap). But if you need serious Windows-Alexa integration help, look elsewhere. Even at €0.99, it’s overpriced for the gaps in practical info.