Have you ever wished tuning into Canberra’s 1WAY FM was as easy as speaking a few words? With a smart speaker, it is. Thanks to station sponsor Amazon, we’re giving away an Alexa Echo Pop Smart Speaker – your ticket to hands-free, effortless radio.
Smart speakers have quickly moved from being a fun gadget to an everyday essential in homes and workplaces across Australia. In fact, 65% of smart speaker owners in Australia used theirs to listen to radio in the past month. (https://radioinfo.com.au/news/8-out-of-10-australians-choose-radio-infinite-dial-2024).
Gone are the days of only listening to radio on your way to and from work. Whether you’re cooking, studying, or simply relaxing at home, a smart speaker makes listening to your favourite station, Canberra’s 1WAY FM, easier than ever.
Here are 10 reasons your home needs a smart speaker:
1. Hands-Free Listening
No fiddling with dials, no searching for an app – just say:
“Hey *assistant*, play Canberra’s 1WAY FM.”
Your favourite shows, songs and messages now streaming instantly.
2. Always-On Radio
Smart speakers often replace the old “kitchen radio.” You can leave it on in the background all day, whether you’re working from home or moving about the house. Smart speakers help integrate 1WAY FM into everyday life. No more missing the end of your favourite shows, songs or messages because you’ve arrived home or work.
3. Wake Up to 1WAY FM
Set your alarm on your smart speaker and simply ask for the tone of your alarm to be your favourite radio station. Now wake up with positive music and messages of faith and hope from your local station instead of a phone buzzer.
4. Cooking & Cleaning Companion
Got your hands full in the kitchen? Simply use your voice to tune in, change volume, or pause without ever touching a device. A smart speaker can help answer cooking questions, give you recipes, add ingredients to your shopping list, let you know what you’ve got on your calender and so much more.
5. Better Sound Than Your Phone
A smart speaker delivers clearer sound than a phone or laptop speaker – perfect for filling a room with your favourite radio shows.
6. Easy for Everyone in the Family
From kids to grandparents, anyone can say the magic words and get connected. No tech skills required.
7. Perfect for Work-From-Home Days
Keep the station playing softly in the background to create atmosphere and stay connected with your 1WAY FM family while you work.
8. Expands the Reach of 1WAY FM
Some areas may not have strong FM reception, but with Wi-Fi, you now can stream 1WAY FM crystal-clear from anywhere.
9. Control Your Whole Home with Ease
With a simple voice control, ask your smart speaker to control your home with smart lights, smart TV’s, smart security system, smart air conditioning, smart coffee machines, smart fans and more. The future is here!
10. Listen Anytime, Anywhere
With a smart speaker, you can enjoy your favourite station anywhere in your house – hands-free and hassle-free. Add a smart speaker to every room and don’t miss a second of your favourite 1WAY FM show or songs. You can even sync up all smart speakers and have them playing at the same time for a surround sound experience!
How to Listen to 1WAY FM on Your Smart Speaker
- Plug in your smart speaker and connect to WiFi.
- Set up your voice assistant.
- Say: “Hey [Assistant], play Canberra’s 1WAY FM.”
That’s it – you’re on air!
Want to Win One?
Thanks to station sponsor Amazon, we’re giving away an Echo Dot Smart Speaker on-air all next week. Text in to submit an entry!
👉 Plus, you can score an extra entry right here by filling in the form below.
Make life easier, listen hands-free, and bring 1WAY FM into every room of your home.
Don’t miss your chance. Having a smart speaker doesn’t just mean convenience – it means always staying in tune to your favourite station, no matter what room you’re in. Enter the draw, add a smart speaker to your home, and start listening smarter.
