Amazon's smart display of the second generation will be out in the latter part of this year. We'll be looking at the features and cost of this device. This CNET review can help you make an informed decision about the best Echo Show 15 for your home. Learn more about Echo Show 15, below. The new smart displays will be available in Australia and the US.
Amazon's new smart display, the second-generation, is now reviewed
Amazon's second smart display, Echo Show, is similar in design to the first but offers more versatility. The first Echo Show focused on videochat, but the second generation adds additional capabilities such video surveillance and home control. It can also function as a digital photo frame, and supports Alexa skill.
The original Echo Show's touchscreen was 10.1 inches. However, the second-generation Echo Show features a 10-inch touchscreen. This display is still crisp but has a significantly lower resolution than the 10.1-inch model. It is not recommended for long-term usage.
The Echo Show 8 smart TV is a solid midrange model. The Echo Show 8 offers excellent audio quality, a large LCD, and a very affordable price. It also features a higher resolution webcam and a faster processing speed. The second version is available in white and black, as well. Overall, this model is similar to last year's model, but with a few cosmetic changes.
Price
The Amazon Echo Show smart display is a great choice if you're looking for something that can be used as a touchscreen. The first-generation model features an 8-inch HD touchscreen, a cam and microphone. The first-gen model also features a privacy shutter and a 8-inch HD touchscreen. The device normally retails at $130. Amazon, however, dropped its price to $55 for Prime Day. The smart screen is perfect for watching movies or streaming videos.
You can use the Echo Show 10 to have a video chat. It supports group video calling with up to seven persons. Additionally, you can view video calls from any device via the Alexa application. Drop In also allows you to make calls from the smart device. It also triggers other smart-home devices when someone enters/leaves a room. The Show 10 is Amazon's most expensive smart display, while the Echo Show 8 is its most affordable option.
Echo Show 8 includes a 13 megapixel camera. This makes it a great device for video calls. It also has a screen that's perfect for watching videos and reading the news. Its speaker is great for streaming music from Alexa.