Amazon Echo Show 8
The redesigned Amazon Echo Show 8 features an 8.7-inch vibrant HD touchscreen with 15% more viewing area compared to the 2023 Echo Show 8. It includes the powerful AZ3 Pro chip, a built-in smart home hub, and Omnisense technology for highly personalized interactions. With Alexa+ Early Access, users receive an upgraded AI assistant offering proactive information, personalized content, and customized notifications. This device delivers enhanced audio performance, making it ideal for streaming music, videos, and managing smart home devices.
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Key Features
- 8.7-inch HD touchscreen with 15% more viewing area than previous Echo Show 8
- Powered by AZ3 Pro chip for improved performance
- Built-in smart home hub supporting thousands of compatible devices
- Omnisense technology for activating routines via temperature, presence, or visual ID
- Alexa+ Early Access with smarter, proactive AI assistant and personalized home screen
- Room-filling spatial audio with crisper vocals and up to 2x bass compared to earlier model
- Centered auto-framing camera with 3.3x zoom and noise reduction for clear video calls
- Multiple privacy controls including microphone and camera disable buttons
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Larger and clearer HD display enhances viewing experience
- Advanced AI assistant provides personalized and proactive information
- Strong audio performance with enhanced bass and sound stage
- Comprehensive smart home integration without need for an additional hub
- Intuitive camera features improve video calling quality
- Robust privacy controls safeguard user data and device functions
Cons
- Slightly larger than previous versions, may require more space
- Alexa+ features currently in early access and may evolve over time
- Limited to devices compatible with Alexa ecosystem
- No built-in battery; requires constant power connection
- Audio quality, while improved, may still not match dedicated speakers
Practical Use Cases
- Streaming movies and TV shows with vivid visuals and immersive audio
- Using voice commands to control smart home lights, thermostats, and cameras
- Making crystal-clear video calls with auto-framing and zoom features
- Displaying personalized recipe suggestions and managing kitchen tasks
- Viewing and managing security camera feeds from the smart display
- Serving as a digital photo frame with personalized slideshow in idle mode
Key Specs & Details
- Display: 8.7-inch HD touchscreen
- Processor: AZ3 Pro chip
- Audio: Room-filling spatial audio with enhanced bass and vocal clarity
- Camera: Centered camera with 3.3x zoom and noise reduction
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, built-in Zigbee smart home hub
- Voice Assistant: Alexa+ with proactive and personalized features
- Privacy: Microphone and camera disable buttons, dedicated privacy controls
- Dimensions: Slightly larger footprint than previous Echo Show 8 (2023 release)
- Power: Requires constant power connection; no internal battery
