Happened twice that an alarm didn't work. Once seemed to be because the internet was down at the time (happens often out in the swamp). The other time it just didn't happen, so I assume something on the cloud end.

As far as I know (and from observing), there is nothing in the box except the ability to transfer info to the cloud for processing. If there are things it can do by itself, I to would like to know.

I just asked Alexa "Is the internet working?" She said "Yes, I am connected to the internet". :)

I think the most useful place I have found for it so far, is the kitchen. Setting timers, converting measurements, shopping lists for groceries, etc...