The third-generation Amazon Echo Show is a great smart display and speaker combination for most smart home users, whether they're experienced or just getting started. Amazon's latest Echo Show 8 boasts a sleek design with edge-to-edge glass, a centrally located camera for video calling, and spatial audio from a small speaker enclosure.
I've been using the Echo Show 8 daily for about nine months, and this generation's improved processor offers faster performance than previous models, making it a kitchen companion for running smart home routines, interacting with Alexa, and streaming music and video content on its 8-inch HD screen while cooking.
And with just a few days left until Prime Day, the Echo Show 8 is already hitting its lowest price ever.
This is the first Echo Show 8 with a centrally located camera instead of on one side, improving the visual experience during video calls. The camera also powers Visual ID personalization and Adaptive Content. Visual ID allows Echo Show 8 to recognize approaching family members and personalize content, while Adaptive Content adjusts the content on the screen based on a person's proximity.
It's a highly rated smart speaker, with one buyer saying, “I bought one a few months ago and it has exceeded my expectations in every way. The spatial audio feature gives you a rich, immersive sound experience that's perfect for music, podcasts, and even video calling. The integration with the smart home hub is seamless, making it easy to control all your smart devices. Alexa's responsiveness and vivid display make this a pleasure to use every day.”
Amazon Echo Show 8 Features: Price: $85 (Limited Time Sale) | Compatibility: Amazon Alexa | Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Matter, Thread, Zigbee hub | Specs: 8-inch HD touchscreen, 13MP video calling camera, Alexa voice assistant