09-27-2017, 02:06 PM | #1 |
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New Amazon Echo announced at surprise event today
I heard that there is / was a surprise product event from the Verge (via I Love My Kindle) about this a little over an hour ago and it looks like there is a new Echo coming.
https://gizmodo.com/after-almost-3-y...cho-1818846014 Haven't found a livestream or other source for anything else yet though. Edit: Adding additional info here: https://www.theverge.com/2017/9/27/1...ease-date-2017 Last edited by Dazrin; 09-27-2017 at 02:08 PM. |
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What's an OG Echo? The gizmodo story has this :
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Below is a link and picture of the new Echo Spot also. It seems kind of pricey at $130.
https://www.theverge.com/2017/9/27/1...ot-alarm-clock Edit: Resized image and added as an attachment to fit within MR guidelines. Last edited by kansaskyle; 09-27-2017 at 02:52 PM. |
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Introducing the Next Generation of Echo: the All-New Amazon Echo and Echo Plus
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09-27-2017, 03:26 PM | #6 |
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Amazon is releasing 3 new Echos
Echo 2nd Gen Spoiler:
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Echo Spot Spoiler:
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Amazon Introduces a New Member of the Echo Family: Echo Spot
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I love the Spot! Maybe in a year or two I can afford one LOL
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And released in the UK at the same time, 31st October, and roughly the same price, £89. Available for pre-order on Amazon UK.
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I like the concept of the spot as well. Wonder how good the sound is. It's pricey, true, but I'll be spending more for the HomePod.
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From what I read, the onboard speaker is of minimal use, which is why they provide a line out and bluetooth so you can hook up an external speaker.
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5 New Devices!
5000 people working on Echo/Alexa "stuff!" Personally I have already had to get my original Echo/Alexa her own assistant. In time I might have a team of quick alert helpful devices ready for any occasion. If only they could pull a sled, Christmas would be a breeze. |
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