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Amazon Echo Show 5
Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) The all-new Echo Show 5 includes a 5.5-inch display to see news and weather at a glance, make video calls, view compatible cameras, stream music and shows, and more. You can set alarms and timers with your voice and create routines to personalize how you wake up and wind down. See price at Amazon Save $20.00 Limited Time Deal!
The Amazon Echo Show 5 is the smallest of the bunch. At just 5.5 inches, the screen is actually smaller than those on most smartphones these days. This makes it a good bedside companion or a good addition to your desk.
Just like all Amazon Echo Show devices, this display gets you access to Alexa, weather details, music information, smart home controls, security camera footage, and more. You can actually use it as a security camera, as the app allows you to activate the device’s camera.
Additionally, you can use it to watch movies via Prime Video or other video content using the browser. Of course, it works as a speaker, too. Just don’t expect too much from it, but the 1.7-inch single speaker does a pretty good job considering its size and price.
Amazon Echo Show 8/11
If you want to take things to the next level, the Amazon Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11 are quite impressive. Not just because the displays are bigger, but also because they offer some really interesting features.
For starters, these have bigger 8.7-inch and 11-inch displays. Audio quality is also improved, thanks to a couple of full-range drivers and a 2.8-inch woofer. There’s also a much better 13MP camera with auto-framing. These two models also get direct access to Prime Video and Netflix, with other streaming services supported via the browser.
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