AMAZON has released a new Alexa gadget that works with thousands of smart devices, including the Ring doorbell and Fire TV Stick.
The company’s Echo Hub is a smart home control panel that allows users to control security cameras, alarm systems, lights, locks, plugs, blinds, and thermostats.
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As standard for Alexa-enabled devices, it frequently works with other Amazon products, especially Ring.
So owners can easily see who is at the front door and check other cameras around the house.
If you have other speakers, you can connect Echo Hub to play music, audiobooks, and podcasts in any room of your home.
Users can also take advantage of the full suite of Alexa controls already available. That means you can ask your voice assistant to do tasks like play a movie on your Fire TV Stick.
The Echo Hub is Amazon’s latest attempt at creating an Alexa device with a screen, this time in the form of an 8-inch touch-enabled display.
You can mount it on the wall or place it on the counter using the stand accessory.
Your smart home dashboard can be customized with different widgets to suit the different products you own.
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According to Amazon, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Sidewalk, Thread, and Matter devices sync seamlessly with Echo Hub, so users can mix and match devices to meet their unique needs, regardless of brand or manufacturer. It’s possible.
You can also create routines in which groups of gadgets work together.
For example, you can set your security system to activate or turn off the heat or lights when you tell Alexa to leave the house or tap Routines on the display.
There’s also a physical microphone off button for those concerned about privacy.
One YouTube reviewer described it as a “game changer.”
“This is what I’ve been waiting for!” one user replied.
However, some are comparing it to the existing Echo Show display.
Also, the latest gizmos aren’t as cheap as other Amazon Echos.
The device retails for £169.99 / $179.99.
All prices in this article are accurate at the time of writing, but may have since changed.
Please be sure to do your own research before purchasing.
Where to buy Fire TV Stick
Fire TV Stick makes it easy to add streaming to your old TV. It is manufactured by Amazon, but can be purchased from various shops.
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