![]() ![]() You can try out the following with the Amazon Echo Dot with Clock. While there are some fundamental features you should definitely know about, there are new tricks that become available each month. Try these new featuresĪlexa keeps getting smarter, thanks to frequent updates that expand her toolkit. The Amazon Echo 8 punches above its weight. ![]() Not only does the bass perfectly accentuate the lows, but it’s convenient that you can adjust it, and the treble, to achieve that perfect tone. The smart display delivers big audio that easily defeats its main competition. That’s why I was shocked by the Echo Show 8’s powerful sound. I wasn’t blown away by the Google Nest Hub’s audio performance. ![]() You can place video calls through your Amazon account, or make old-fashioned phone calls through your mobile number. And keeping in touch with people has never been easier on a smart display. You can access some of your favorite music streaming services, like Apple Music. This is the Echo Show 8’s biggest problem, but it does play nice with other companies. You can play YouTube videos, but only by visiting the YouTube mobile site on the device. There’s no YouTube app at all, so even if you tell Alexa to play a specific clip on YouTube, the Echo Show 8 will tell you it can’t. Anyone looking to play a quick YouTube clip for the kids will find the experience backward. The Amazon-centric approach has limits, however. Beyond that, it’s a hub to access all of your connected smart home gadgets, if they’ve been set up through the Alexa app. Accessing Prime Video for movies is just a tap away. Not surprisingly, it serves all of Amazon’s native services. For the majority of the time as it sits idle, the Echo Show 8 will display news and various content that’s tailored to you. Getting acquainted with the interface takes a bit of time, but after a few tries, you’ll be familiar with the menu system and swiping gestures. On the surface, it’s an absolute delight, but it’s nowhere as impressive as the ambient EQ technology that helps Google’s smart displays achieve photo-realistic results. It’s sharp and crisp, the same resolution as its 10-inch sibling, but in a smaller size. Of course, you can also use the touchscreen display, an 8-inch panel with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. Image used with permission by copyright holderĪlternatively, you can use the Alexa app on your phone to perform most of the same actions with voice commands. The two microphones on the top of the display do nicely to recognize the “Alexa” command, which even works well in noisy conditions. Voice commands are the prime way of interacting with the Echo Show 8. Most competitors require the installation of an app before the setup is finished. After typing in the password for my Wi-Fi network, and then my Amazon account information, the setup process was complete. Thankfully, the entire setup process is isolated to the Echo Show 8, and nothing more. No one wants to use a separate gadget just to set a new gadget up. On the back, there’s a power connector, micro-USB port for servicing, and a 3.5mm auxiliary port. The volume controls and mute switch run along the top edge of the Echo Show 8, while privacy peeps will appreciate the switch that’ll instantly cover the 1-megapixel front-facing camera. Google’s design is more friendly, approachable, and looks better in a home setting. It’s not ugly, but Amazon could look to Google’s Nest Hub Max for inspiration. It has an angled display that’s anchored by a fabric wrapped base, giving it a more distinctive speaker-like look from its profile. While its size is one of its big assets, the design doesn’t deviate from Amazon’s previous iterations. ![]() Whether it’s on the coffee table in the living room, or next to your bed on a nightstand, the Echo Show 8 is the perfect size for just about anywhere. On the other hand, it doesn’t look massive when placed in tight confines. It’s not dinky looking when it’s placed on a table or desk, unlike the Echo Show 5, which appears quaint next to other decor. Most common Amazon Echo Dot problems, and how to fix themĪmazon hit on the perfect size with the Echo Show 8. What does the Amazon Echo yellow ring color mean? What is Amazon Alexa, and what can it do? ![]()
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