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Amazon makes a ton of Alexa speakers these days, but the Amazon Echo Dot and Amazon Echo Spot are by far two of our favorites. The former is the ol’ reliable — a cute little circle you can ask ...

During my first few days with the Amazon Echo Dot Max, my general feeling was, “well, it’s definitely an Amazon Echo.” That’s not a bad thing, mind you; having a reliable Alexa speaker in my living ...

Rich, powerful sound on both speakers. Updated design with easier buttons and tap controls. Has Alexa+ right away, no waiting list required. Smart-home hub built into both. Buttons can show oil stains ...

Amazon today announced the launch of new Echo Dot Max, Echo Studio, Echo Show 8, and Echo Show 11 smart speakers, all of which are designed to work with Amazon's Alexa+ AI assistant. The new speakers ...

At its annual hardware event, Amazon introduced a new lineup of Echo devices, built specifically for its AI assistant, Alexa+, which has already rolled out to millions of customers through its early ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Both the HomePod Mini and the Echo Dot have their pros ...

Amazon is planning to remove a privacy setting on its Echo devices later this month that will allow virtually all voice requests to go to the company's cloud. The company's cloud-based voice service ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Amazon's Alexa is one of the most popular smart home services on the market, right along with Google Home and Apple's Siri. Backed by the ...

Truth in advertising is rare, but Amazon’s billing of the Echo Spot (2024) as a smart alarm clock actually undersells it. Yes, it’s the perfect nightstand accessory to ensure you get out of bed on ...

In an era of hyper-connectivity, it’s easy for individuals to remain in echo chambers—environments where their beliefs are continually reinforced while alternative perspectives are ignored. This ...

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