If you’ve already got an Amazon Alexa device, such as the Dot, you’ll find the Show get’s added to your device list in the Alexa app. Having multiple Amazon Alexa devices gives you some very cool options, for example you can place calls between the devices or setup a multi speaker system so the same song plays out of all the speakers at the same time.
The screen looks good and is very responsive and as the Show has a built in camera it can be used to make video calls to other Amazon Show units. This is the only video calling option available at the moment, there isn’t an option to use more widely available services such as Skype.
Out of the box the screen displays generic photos, this can be changed to take advantage of your Amazon Prime Photo account and it turns the Show into a digital photo frame. Like the video calling option, video playback is limited to Amazon only services, you can’t use it to watch Netflix or YouTube.
Another use for the screen is to display video from Prime video, great if you have this in the kitchen and fancy watching something while preparing a meal. Or you could use the screen to help you prepare the meal, add the Recipedia skill and the Show gains access to a range of recipes and instructions on how to cook them.
Unfortunately the Show can’t be used to view your Kindle books. You can take a look at the books you own, but when you open one it gets read out loud by Alexa, at the time of review there wasn’t a way to view the pages, which would be great if you wanted to view your recipe books for access to a wider range of meals than Recepedia can offer.
The Amazon Echo Show is an interesting device, but at the time of review it fails to deliver that killer reason to get one. The other Alexa devices offer much the same experience, in fact they generally seem better in terms of voice recognition. The addition of a screen offers some new features, but not enough to make this a must have addition to the Alexa family, hopefully in time it’ll realise it’s full potential.
The Echo Show is available from:
– Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/2D0ExiG
– Amazon.com: https://amzn.to/2Dea2Jo
– eBay: https://ebay.to/2ECcQ07
Will the Amazon Echo Show Enhance the Acoustic Quality in My YouTube Studio?
Yes, the Amazon Echo Show can enhance the acoustic quality in your YouTube studio. However, for optimal results, it’s still important to invest in proper acoustic treatment for your YouTube studio. The Echo Show can certainly complement the overall setup and create a more immersive experience for both you and your audience.
How Does the Vobot Smart Alarm Clock with Alexa Compare to the Amazon Echo Show?
The Vobot Smart Alarm Clock with Alexa offers a compact alternative to the Amazon Echo Show. While the Echo Show has a larger screen and more advanced visual capabilities, the Vobot smart alarm clock provides a convenient bedside solution with its integrated alarm clock functionality.
Which is better for displaying photos, the Amazon Echo Show or a NIX digital photo frame?
When it comes to displaying photos, the NIX 8 inch digital photo frame offers clear, high-resolution images that can be easily switched out with a USB drive. While the Amazon Echo Show has the added feature of voice control and smart home integration, the NIX frame is dedicated solely to showcasing your favorite memories.
