Setting up and utilizing the Echo Look, a hands-free camera and style assistant driven by Alexa, required the Echo Look app. Here’s a thorough breakdown of how users initially downloaded and set up the Echo Look app on their devices, even though the service has since been discontinued.

Initially, the Echo Look app was available for download on both iOS and Android devices. Users needed an operating system-compatible device to get started, usually iOS 9.0 or later for Apple devices and Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later for Android devices. Before pressing the download button, it was also crucial to make sure the device had adequate storage space and a dependable internet connection.

On an iPhone or iPad, users would launch the App Store and type “Echo Look” into the search bar to download the Echo Look app. After that, you could download the AMZN Mobile LLC app by tapping the “Get” button and then selecting “Install.” Users may be asked to enter their Apple ID password or use Touch ID/Face ID for authentication, depending on their settings.

The procedure was comparable for Android users. They would launch the Google Play Store, type “Echo Look” into the search bar, and choose the app from the list of results. Users would tap “Install” to start the download after confirming that it was the official Alexa app.

Users only needed to tap the icon to begin using the Echo Look app after downloading and installing it. In order to initiate the setup and connect the device to their Alexa profile, they had to sign in with their Alexa account during the initial launch. The app then helped users connect to Wi-Fi, set up voice commands like “Alexa, take a photo,” and help them find the ideal angle for their photos.

Although the Echo Look app is no longer available as of 2021 due to the discontinuation of the device, this process outlines how users initially accessed and used the app during its supported years.

Sign In to Alexa Account 

The first step after downloading and launching the Echo Look app is to sign into your Alexa account. To use Alexa, safely store your outfit photos in the cloud, and receive tailored fashion advice, you must connect your Echo Look device to your Alexa account.

Users were presented with a welcome screen and asked to tap “Sign In” when they first opened the app. A login screen then emerged, requesting your password and the Alexa email address or mobile number linked to your Alexa account.

If you already had an Alexa account, all you had to do was enter your login information and click “Sign In.” By choosing “Create a new Alexa account,” you could create one right within the app if you didn’t already have one. Entering your name, email address, and choosing a strong password are all part of the standard account setup process.

If two-step verification was enabled on your Alexa account, the app may ask you to complete it after logging in. Usually, you would receive a one-time code through email or SMS, which you would then enter into the app to verify your identity.

Alexa can now recognize your voice and preferences thanks to the successful sign-in that connected your Echo Look device to your Alexa account. Additionally, it made cloud-based functions like Lookbook storage, Style Check, and device syncing possible. To ensure privacy and accessibility from any connected device using the Echo Look app, all images and videos captured by Echo Look were saved under your account.

The app would start the Wi-Fi setup and device pairing process after the user had signed in. Additionally, it made voice command settings, fashion suggestions, and style history accessible.

This sign-in procedure was essential for activating the device and using its features during its years of service, even though the Echo Look app and device are no longer supported.

Plug In the Device 

Plugging in the Echo Look device was the next step in the setup process after downloading the Echo Look app and logging into your Alexa account. Although this may seem straightforward, the device’s ideal performance and usability depended on its placement and powering.

First, remove the Echo Look device from its box and find the power adapter that comes with it. Attach one end of the adapter to the Echo Look’s back and the other end to a wall outlet close by. The Echo Look needed a constant power source to function because it was not battery-operated.

The LED light ring illuminates to show that the device is booting up when you turn it on. The light alternates between orange, white, and blue as it gets ready to go into setup mode. The entire process may take a minute or two, so it’s crucial that you don’t unplug the device during this time.

You should choose the best placement spot while the device was turning on. The Echo Look needed to be positioned at waist-to-chest height, either on a dresser or shelf, or mounted on a tripod using the standard tripod screw port on the bottom, as its primary purpose was to take full-body pictures and short videos. For the best results, place the camera so that you can stand in front of it from head to toe in a well-lit area with a plain background.

To avoid affecting the image quality and Style Check recommendations, keep the device away from mirrors, bright backlighting, and cluttered areas. The Echo Look automatically went into setup mode after being fully charged and plugged in, preparing it to connect to Wi-Fi via the app.

High-quality images and videos, along with a more streamlined setup procedure, were required to fully utilize the Echo Look’s fashion and style features. For this, you needed to make sure it was plugged in correctly and in the right place. This step was required for the initial setup even though the Echo Look is no longer available.

Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on Your Phone 

Turning on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your smartphone was necessary before you could finish configuring your Echo Look device. These wireless technologies made it possible for the Echo Look app to connect to your home network for continuous use and to communicate with the device during setup.

To begin, open the Settings app on your phone. On both iOS and Android devices, you’ll find options to toggle Bluetooth and Wi-Fi at the top of the settings menu. Make sure both are switched on.

Why Bluetooth?

During the initial pairing process, Bluetooth was required. The Echo Look sent out a Bluetooth signal that your phone could pick up when it went into setup mode after being plugged in. This short-range connection was used by the Echo Look app to connect to the device and start configuring it. The app wouldn’t be able to find or connect to the Echo Look if Bluetooth wasn’t enabled.

Why Wi-Fi?

Wi-Fi was equally important because the Echo Look did not operate independently. It relied on an active internet connection to upload photos and videos, sync with Alexa cloud services, and use features like Alexa voice commands and Style Check. During setup, the app would guide you through connecting the Echo Look to your home Wi-Fi network. Your phone needed to be on the same Wi-Fi network to ensure a seamless setup experience.

Additionally, since Echo Look did not support 5 GHz networks, it was advised to make sure your phone was linked to a 2.4 GHz network. Before proceeding, you could verify this by looking at your Wi-Fi settings and, if necessary, changing to the appropriate network.

Restarting your phone or turning Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on and off again frequently fixed common pairing issues if you were having trouble connecting.

After both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi were turned on, you could go back to the Echo Look app, which would recognize the device and walk you through the remaining setup steps. For the setup to go smoothly and successfully, this connectivity step was essential.

Connect Echo Look to Wi-Fi 

Connecting your Echo Look to your home Wi-Fi network is a crucial next step in configuring your device after turning on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your phone. The gadget can upload images and videos, connect to Alexa servers, activate voice commands for Alexa, and provide cloud-based fashion advice thanks to this connection.

The Echo Look app on your smartphone would automatically detect the device via Bluetooth once it was plugged in and in setup mode, which is indicated by a flashing light, usually orange. Following detection, the app would walk you through setting up your Wi-Fi network connection for the Echo Look.

Here’s how the process typically worked:

1. Device Detected: The app would display a message confirming that the Echo Look had been found. You would tap “Continue” to begin the Wi-Fi setup.
   
   
2. Select Wi-Fi Network: The app would then present a list of available Wi-Fi networks. Choose your home network from the list.
   
   
3. Enter Password: After selecting your network, you’d be prompted to enter the Wi-Fi password. Make sure the password is typed correctly, as incorrect entries were a common cause of setup failure.
   
   
4. Connect and Wait: The app would try to connect the Echo Look to the chosen Wi-Fi network after you entered your password. It might take a minute to complete this process. The device’s light would change colors to show progress during this period.
5. Confirmation: When the connection was successful, you would see a confirmation message in the app, and the Echo Look’s light would turn blue, indicating it was online and ready to use.
   
   

Since Echo Look didn’t support 5 GHz networks, it was crucial to connect to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. You may have had to temporarily switch if your phone was on a 5 GHz network in order to set it up.

An effective Wi-Fi connection is essential to the Echo Look’s overall operation because without it, it would not be able to upload outfit photos, compare styles, or react to Alexa commands.

Register the Device

The next step in the setup process was to link your Echo Look to your Alexa account after you had successfully connected it to Wi-Fi. Because it connected your Echo Look to your personal profile and gave you access to cloud features like Style Check, photo storage, and customized Alexa responses, registration was crucial.

The Echo Look app would automatically navigate to the registration screen as soon as the device was online. Usually, the app would identify the device and start connecting it to your account without asking for more information if you had already logged in with your Alexa login information.

Here’s how the registration process typically worked:

1. Automatic Detection: After the Echo Look connected to Wi-Fi, the app would detect that the device was online and begin the registration process automatically.
   
   
2. Account Verification: If you weren’t already signed into your Alexa account, the app would prompt you to log in. Once authenticated, it would proceed to link the device to that account.
   
   
3. Registering Device Through the Wi-Fi network, the app would transmit your account details to the Echo Look. The Echo Look’s light ring may pulse or change color during this step, signifying that the device was interacting with Alexa servers.
4. Confirmation: After a few moments, the app would confirm that the device was registered. At this point, your Echo Look was officially linked to your Alexa account.
   
   
5. Ready to Use: After registering, you could use your Echo Look to snap pictures, record videos, and receive style tips via the app. You could access your Lookbook on any compatible device, and all data would be safely kept in your Alexa cloud account.

You would have to manually deregister the Echo Look from your account using the Alexa website or app if you ever sold or gave it away. By doing this, your personal data would be deleted, enabling a new user to register the device.

Registering the Echo Look to your account was an essential step in enabling its full suite of features during its operational years, even though it has since been discontinued.

Calibrate the Camera (If Prompted)

The next step in the setup process, if prompted, was to calibrate the camera after linking your Echo Look to your Alexa account. For the purpose of fashion assessments, outfit tracking, and style recommendations, calibration made sure that the Echo Look could take clear and accurate full-body photos.

The camera frequently adjusted itself; not all users were asked to do so manually. However, in order to maximize image quality, the Echo Look app may ask you to adjust the camera position or carry out a simple calibration, depending on your setup, lighting, or placement.

Why Calibration Was Important:

The Echo Look was created to capture vertically framed images with as little background noise as possible, making your attire the focal point. The results of features like Style Check and the Lookbook were enhanced by proper calibration, which also helped align the camera’s focus area.

Steps to Calibrate the Camera (If Prompted):

1. Position the Device:
   
   
   • Place the Echo Look on a stable surface such as a shelf, table, or tripod. Ideally, the camera should be waist- to chest-high when you stand in front of it.
     
     
2. Stand in Frame:
   
   
   • The app would instruct you to stand about 4–6 feet away from the device. Make sure the lighting is good and you’re fully visible in the frame—head to toe.
     
     
3. Adjust Angles (If Needed):
   
   
   • You might be asked to tilt the device slightly or reposition it to ensure your full body was centered. The app could show a live preview or grid overlay to help you align yourself properly.
     
     
4. Take a Test Photo:
   
   
   • The Echo Look might take a sample photo to confirm your positioning and framing. If everything looked good, you could proceed.
     
     
5. Save Calibration:
   
   
   • Once satisfied with the alignment, tap Confirm or Next in the app. This would complete the camera calibration.
     
     

Though calibration was a one-time step, you could always reposition the Echo Look or recalibrate later through the app’s settings to improve your photo results.

Use Voice Commands 

You could begin using voice commands to control your Echo Look hands-free after it was registered and configured. One of the most practical features of the Echo Look was voice control, which was made possible by Alexa and let you record videos, take pictures, and receive style advice without having to touch the device.

Simply saying the wake word—by default, “Alexa”—activated Alexa. If necessary, you could modify the wake word in the Alexa app.

Common Voice Commands with Echo Look:

1. “Alexa, take a photo.”
   – This command triggered the Echo Look to take a full-body photo using its built-in depth-sensing camera and LED lighting. The photo would automatically be saved to your Lookbook in the Echo Look app.
   
   
2. “Alexa, take a video.”
   – This command recorded a short video (typically about 6 seconds) of your outfit from multiple angles. Videos were useful for checking how an outfit moved and looked in action.
   
   
3. “Alexa, show me my photos.”
   – Although the Echo Look didn’t have a display, this command worked with the Echo Look app, allowing you to quickly access recent outfit photos on your phone.
   
   
4. “Alexa, what do you think of this outfit?”
   – If you had already taken two outfit photos, this command could prompt Alexa to use Style Check, Alexa  AI-based fashion comparison tool that gave a recommendation on which outfit looked better.
   
   
5. “Alexa, delete this photo.”
   – If you weren’t happy with the most recent photo or video, you could delete it by voice.
   
   

As long as the surroundings were reasonably quiet, the Echo Look’s microphones were made to be able to hear you even if you were across the room. When the device was actively listening or processing a command, its light ring would turn blue.

When you were trying on clothes and didn’t want to handle your phone, using voice commands made using the Echo Look easy and hands-free. One of the most notable characteristics that set the Echo Look apart from other smart cameras was its hands-free capability.

Review Outfits in the App 

Reviewing your outfits in the Echo Look app was the next step after you began using your Echo Look to take pictures and videos. From the comfort of your smartphone, the app acted as your one-stop shop for organizing looks, managing your fashion history, and getting style recommendations.

The picture was automatically saved to your Lookbook within the app after every voice command, such as “Alexa, take a photo.” You could browse through past looks, tag your favorites, and monitor how your style changed over time with the Lookbook, which was a visual gallery of every ensemble you had photographed.

Key Features for Reviewing Outfits:

1. Full-Body Images and Videos
   Each entry in your Lookbook included a high-quality, full-body image and, if you chose, a short video. These helped you evaluate how an outfit looked from various angles.
   
   
2. Date and Time Stamps
   Every outfit was saved with a timestamp, so you could remember when you wore a certain look and avoid repeating the same outfit too often.
   
   
3. Notes and Tags
   You could add custom notes, such as where you wore the outfit or what the weather was like, and apply tags (e.g., “work,” “casual,” “evening”) to sort and search looks more easily.
   
   
4. Style Check Results
   If you submitted two outfits for comparison, the app would display the Style Check recommendation, showing which look was preferred and why. The decision was based on fit, color coordination, current trends, and overall appearance.
   
   
5. Favorites and Filters
   You could mark outfits as favorites and filter your Lookbook to display only those, or filter by tags and date ranges.
   
   
6. Privacy and Cloud Storage
   All outfits were securely stored in Alexa cloud, so you could access your history from any compatible device signed into your Alexa account.
   
   

Reviewing outfits in the Echo Look app gave users a powerful tool to build a digital wardrobe, reflect on past style choices, and plan future looks with ease. It turned everyday outfit tracking into a smart, intuitive experience.

Use Style Check 

Style Check, an AI-powered tool that provided tailored fashion advice by comparing two outfits side-by-side, was one of the Echo Look’s most notable features. You could ask Alexa to compare two different outfits after you take pictures of them, and she would suggest a look based on things like fit, color coordination, and current fashion trends.

Here’s how to use Style Check with your Echo Look:

1. Take Photos of Two Outfits

To start, you would need to take full-body photos of two outfits using the Echo Look. You could use voice commands like “Alexa, take a photo” to capture each outfit. Make sure both outfits are clearly visible, and ensure the lighting is good for accurate analysis.

2. Select Outfits for Comparison

Once both photos were saved in your Lookbook within the Echo Look app, you could select the two outfits you wanted to compare. Simply tap on the “Style Check” option in the app and select the two looks you’d like feedback on.

3. Receive Style Check Recommendation

Style Check would review the submissions and offer a recommendation. To decide which outfit was more fashionable or suitable for the situation, the AI would evaluate the overall fit, color harmony, and trends. Insights into what made one outfit superior to the other would also be provided by the app.

4. View Detailed Feedback

Along with the comparison, Style Check offered visual and textual feedback, such as highlighting which outfit had the best proportions, contrast, or seasonal appeal. This feedback could help you make more informed choices about how to mix and match pieces in the future.

5. Store Results for Future Reference

You could store the results in your Lookbook for later use if you were pleased with the comments. In order to create a customized fashion archive, you could also keep trying out different ensembles and seek Style Check’s advice.

Even though Echo Look was discontinued, the Style Check feature is still a great illustration of how AI can improve individual style choices by facilitating users’ access to straightforward, data-driven fashion advice.