Now the same device has finally been launched in India at price tag of Rs 10,499.
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A look at Echo Spot makes it clear that this one is meant to replace your table clock.
Amazon is also offering discounts on its other Echo product as part of the launch.
That said, he added that the device will continue to remain a voice-first device “Even though we have added a screen, we have made sure that we have retained the voice-first experience with the device”.
Amazon’s even cut the rates of the Echo and Echo Dot. The cube-shaped Fire TV has the functionality of an Amazon Echo Dot built in according to the initial leak. The device will reportedly be able to handle 4K HDR video, as well.
There is the familiar Drop In feature as well that will let you have the same feel as when you have your closest friends or family coming over to your place. This new mini screen speaker can do all the things, which the other Echo devices offer. Equipped with four microphones, the new Echo Spot complies with the second gen far-field technology for greater sensitivity. Unlike the Echo Plus, the Spot will need a smart hub to pair your smart electronics to accept Alexa skill commands to control them.
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Browse and shop on Amazon.in using just your voice: AmazonPrime members can shop on any Echo device using only their voice. Additionally, it can be connected to one’s home entertainment system through Bluetooth or a 3.5mm stereo cable to voice activate your home entertainment system for multi-room music. While regular Echo can play back news for you, the Echo Spot can playback flash briefing from the TV Station.
The Echo Spot is basically a smaller Echo Show (which still hasn’t launched in India), following the same formula of adding a display and a camera to Echo. Here is a quick comparison of how the Echo Spot compares with the previous Echo devices. The device also includes a familiar blue LED light bar that is common to all of Amazon’s Alexa devices.
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The retail giant has shown itself willing to partially subsidize the costs of its devices for Prime subscribers who buy more products and subscribe to services through its gadgets. Think of it as a Roomba that will give you a weather report (but won’t clean your floor).
