How to Play Dreidel With Siri, Google Assistant, or Amazon Alexa for Hanukkah
Hanukkah is almost over, but you can still celebrate even if you couldn’t get your hands on a latke this year. As long as you have access to Apple, Google, or Amazon’s AI assistant , you can enjoy a high-tech version of one holiday tradition: dreidel .
Just grab the attention of your AI with relevant hot words and then say, “Spin Dreidel.” After confirming your request, the AI will pretend to spin the top and then randomly select one of four options.
This works with any Apple device that runs Siri , any Amazon Echo or third-party gadget with Alexa controls, and any Google Home speaker or phone with Google Assistant . However, the quality of the answer depends a little on which AI you are using.
My personal favorite is Google Home / Assistant, which simulates the sound of a spinning top before revealing the result and telling you what it means. However, Amazon Alexa comes pretty close, offering an excited greeting instead of an audio prompt along with a quick explanation. Apple’s Siri is the worst option, offering a dry result without unnecessary detail and detail. However, even that is better than nothing.
Next year, just remember to buy a dreidel before it’s too late.