How do I set up Amara for my mum or dad?

How do I set up Amara for my mum or dad?

You can set Amara up for your parent in a few minutes — ideally side by side at the table, or over the phone if you're not there. Here's the whole order.

The checklist

1. Download the app. Search for Amara in the App Store or Google Play, and look for Amara - Digital Companion by H2 Technologies — there are other apps with similar names. Tap Get (iPhone/iPad) or Install (Android).
2. Create an account when you're asked to.
3. Allow the microphone. When the prompt appears, tap Allow — Amara needs to hear them to talk back.
4. Set the volume. Turn the device volume up enough that your parent can hear clearly. Err on the louder side — you can always bring it down. You can also set how fast Mia and Max speak.
5. Choose a voice. Pick Mia or Max together. They can change it whenever they like.
6. Have a first chat together. Tap the green Talk button, then say hello. Once they've heard Mia or Max answer once, the rest tends to click.

What to tell them

• Talking is all it takes. They speak to Amara like they'd speak to a person — or type, if they'd rather. Nothing to learn.
• There's no right or wrong way. Say whatever comes to mind, in their own time.
• Mia and Max listen and remember. They'll pick up the thread next time.
• They can talk whenever they like. Morning, afternoon or evening. No one's keeping score.

If you're helping from a distance

Stay on the phone while your parent opens the app and follow along together. When the microphone prompt appears, just say: "There's a question on screen — tap Allow."

Good to know

There's a free trial, so you can try Amara together first.

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