Amazon's second-generation smart display is coming out later this year. We'll be looking at the features and cost of this device. This CNET review will help you make the right choice for your home. Below, you can find out more about the Echo Show 15. The new smart display is available in the US, UK Canada, Mexico, Brazil and Japan.
Amazon's new smart display, the second-generation, is now reviewed
Amazon's second-generation smart screen, the Echo Show (Amazon's second-generation display), is similar to Amazon’s first, but much more versatile. The original Echo Show was focused on video chat. But the second generation includes additional features like home automation and video surveillance. It can also function as a digital photo frame, and supports Alexa skill.
The first generation Echo Show had a 10.1-inch touchscreen, but the second-generation model offers a larger 10-inch display. Although this display is still quite crisp, the resolution is much lower than that of its 10.1-inch counterpart. As a result, it's not recommended for long-term use.
The Echo Show 8 is a mid-range smart display. The Echo Show 8 offers excellent audio quality, a large LCD, and a very affordable price. It has a better-resolution webcam, and a faster processor. Like the first version, it's available in both black and white. This model is very similar to the last year's, with some cosmetic adjustments.
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. It also has a physical privacy screen. It normally sells for around $130. However, Amazon reduced the price to only $55 during Prime Day. The smart display is also great for watching movies and streaming services.
If you need a video chat, you can use the Echo Show 10. It can support group video calls with up to seven people, and you can view video calls from any other device through the Alexa app. You can also make phone calls right from the smart display with Drop In. It can trigger other smart home gadgets when someone enters or exits a room. Amazon's most expensive smart device, the Show 10, is more expensive than its Echo Show 8, which is its most affordable.
Echo Show 8 has a 13-megapixel camera. This is a great feature to use for video calls. The screen is perfect for reading news and watching videos. You can even play music from Alexa through the speaker.