What do you need to video call? Fire tablet (fourth generation and later) with Alexa app Or any mobile device with Alexa app installed Or an Echo Show 15, 10, 8, or 5 Set up video calling on a Fire tablet or mobile device. Place a video call using a Fire tablet Open the Alexa app on your phone or Fire tablet Select Communicate from the bottom navigation bar Select the Call button at the top Select the contact you want to reach Select their number or the Alexa audio call or video call buttons Want to know more?