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Echo Show 8 (1st Gen, 2019 release) -- HD smart display with Alexa – Unlimited Cloud Photo Storage – Digital Photo Display - Charcoal
- Alexa can show you more - With an 8" HD screen and stereo sound, Alexa can help manage your day at a glance.
- Connect with video calling and messaging - Call friends and family who have the Alexa app or an Echo device with a screen. Make announcements to other devices in your home.
- Be entertained - Ask Alexa to show you movie trailers, TV shows, movies, or the news. Or listen to radio stations, podcasts, and audiobooks.
- Control your smart home - Voice control compatible devices or manage them on the easy-to-use display. Ask Alexa to show you security cameras, control lights, and adjust thermostats. Create morning routines to start your day.
- Made to fit your life - Get daily recipes and cook along hands-free with step-by-step instructions. Easily update to-do lists and calendars. Glance at weather and traffic on your way out.
- Put your memories on display - Use Amazon Photos & Alexa for a picture-perfect pairing. You can turn your home screen into a digital frame, share your favorites with friends and family, and even take photos. Plus, Prime members get unlimited photo storage.
- Designed to protect your privacy – Amazon is not in the business of selling your personal information to others. Built with multiple layers of privacy controls including a mic/camera off button and a built-in camera shutter.
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Connect with your favorite peopleMake hands-free video calls to the Alexa app or another Echo with a screen. Use Group Calling, Zoom, and Amazon Chime to connect with multiple people at once. At home, send voice messages to other supported Echo devices using Announcements or use Drop In as an intercom between rooms. |
Entertainment for every part of your dayCatch up on today’s news and sports highlights. Watch TV shows, movies, music videos, or movie trailers from Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, NBC, and more. Listen to music from streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify and see song lyrics and album art with Amazon Music. |
More ways to control your privacyAlexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protection. From the mic/camera off button and built-in shutter to the ability to delete your voice recordings, you have transparency and control over your Alexa experience. Learn more here about how Alexa and Echo devices work. |
Voice control your smart home |
Manage compatible smart home devices on the simple interactive display or use your voice. You can control lights and switches, set thermostats, or view security cameras. |
Alexa is happy to helpMake your life easier at home. Use your voice to set timers, add items to lists, and create calendar events and reminders. Find, save and cook along to step-by-step recipes from Food Network Kitchen, Tasty, Allrecipes and more. You can also check the news, weather, or traffic. Ask for sports scores, movie showtimes, restaurant hours, or information. |
Alexa has skills |
With tens of thousands of skills and counting, Alexa is always getting smarter. Skills are like apps and help you do more, such as play relaxing sounds or test your music knowledge. Just say, “Alexa, what are your top skills?” |
Put your photos on (smart) display |
You can use Amazon Photos or photos from Facebook to turn your home screen into a digital frame that showcases your favorite photos. |
And with the built-in camera, you can easily add to your photo album by saying, “Alexa, take a selfie.” Plus, Prime members get unlimited photo storage. |
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Echo Show 8
Size |
7.9”x 5.4”x 3.9” (200mm x 135mm x 99mm) |
Weight |
36.6 oz (1037 grams) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process. |
Display |
8.0” touch screen |
Camera |
1MP camera with built-in shutter |
WiFi connectivity |
Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks. |
Amazon Sidewalk |
A shared network that can simplify Echo device setup and can help your device reconnect to your Wi-Fi router when you update your password or network name. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth to provide these services to you and your neighbors, and is enabled on your device unless you have previously disabled the setting. You can disable Sidewalk at anytime. Learn more here. |
Bluetooth connectivity |
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Show 8 or from Echo Show 8 to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) for voice control of connected mobile devices. Hands-free voice control is not supported for Mac OS X devices. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported. |
Audio |
2.0” (52 mm) neodymium speakers with passive bass radiator |
System Requirements |
Echo Show 8 comes ready to connect to your WiFi. The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Supported operating systems. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees. |
Setup technology |
Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their Wi-Fi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about Wi-Fi simple setup. |
Processor |
MediaTek MT 8163 |
Accessibility features |
On Echo devices with screens, you can enable Alexa captioning and closed captioning, magnify the screen, toggle color inversion, and choose between color correction options. You can also enable the VoiceView screen reader to use gestures to navigate the screen and hear spoken feedback about the items you select. Learn more about Echo with a screen accessibility and Alexa accessibility. |
Warranty and Service |
1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Echo Show 8 is subject to these terms. |
Included in the Box |
Echo Show 8, power adapter (30W)/cable (4.9 ft.) and quick start guide. |
Privacy Features |
Wake word technology, streaming indicators, microphone/camera off button, built-in camera shutter, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy. |
Language |
Alexa speaks English and Spanish |
Recommended device footprint |
Echo Show 8 device is 7.9”W x 3.9”D. Recommended footprint: 8”W x 5”D. |
Software Security Updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
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Screen | 5.5" with 960 x 480 resolution | 8.0" with 1280 x 800 resolution | 10.1” with 1280 x 800 resolution | 15.6" with 1920 x 1080 resolution |
Release Year | 2023 | 2023 | 2021 | 2021 |
Motion | ||||
Speakers | 1 x 1.7“ | 2x2.0” neodymium stereo speakers with passive bass radiator | 2 x 1.0” tweeters + 3.0” woofer | 2 x 1.6“ |
Camera | 2 MP | 13 MP with auto-framing | 13 MP with auto-framing | 5 MP |
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Built-in Zigbee smart home hub | ||||
Wall mountable | ||||
Microphone Arrays | 3 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
Dimensions | 5.8”W x 3.6”D x 3.2”H | 7.9”W x 5.4”H x 3.9”D | 9.9”W x 9”H x 6.7”D | 15.5"W x 9.9"H x 1.4"D |
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Customers like the image quality, value, size and sound quality of the digital device. They mention that it provides crisp and clear visuals, it's worth the price and that the 8-inch screen is great for reading and seeing text across the room. Some are also happy with ease of use, and quality. However, some customers are mixed on performance, and connectivity.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital device. They mention it's an excellent device, works well in a bedroom, and integrates well with their Ring doorbell. The product has been very useful in their household for timers, watching shows, and being used as a smart home control. Overall, customers are happy with the product and recommend it to others.
"...and is pretty much just like every other Amazon device packaging not flimsy and seems to be made high quality...." Read more
"...It is also a nice device because it meets so many needs that it can replace multiple devices...." Read more
"...I’m new to using Alexa and personally I like it, it’s nice to ask a question and get answers rather than search on the internet myself...." Read more
"This has been such a great addition to my home! I have four Echo Show devices now and I use them everyday...." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the digital device. They say that the speaker sound is alright, does not sound hollow, and is full and fills a room. Customers also appreciate the quiet and unobtrusive design, as well as the combination of both audible and visual information. They mention that Alexa does well at pausing, turning the volume up and down, and playing media.
"...In addition, although the sound is truly phenomenal I would really like to see more control of specific sounds by use of a seven band equalizer..." Read more
"...It’s a speaker, a video device (useful for people who want to “FaceTime” even when you don’t all share the same phone brand), a alarm clock, can..." Read more
"...But Alexa does well at pausing, turning the volume up and down, and playing media...." Read more
"...Sound is good. Not audiophile level, obviously, but decent bass from a little box like this for music and the voice doesn't sound tinny when she..." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the digital device. They mention that it works great, is easy to set up, and integrates with other devices. They also appreciate the convenience of using it to find out the weather and other information. The setup has been made simpler than in other Amazon devices.
"...First negative even though set up is flawless and this appears to be nothing more than a tablet attached to some really high quality speakers and..." Read more
"...improve it’s capabilities in the future but right now it’s still pretty cool to use." Read more
"...Integration with smart devices is all there just like the rest of them, but again, "turn on <whatever>..." Read more
"The sound is great, instilation was super easy and the device is all around great. Totally satisfied with this product." Read more
Customers like the size of the digital device. They mention that the 8-inch screen is great for reading and seeing text across the room, and that it's the ideal size for bedrooms. The screen quality is very good, and comparable to a Samsung Tablet. The device meets their needs flawlessly, and there are no limit and zero fees.
"...Screens are nice, I like having the ability to see things, since we use them as clocks and weather stations, and they fill that function nicely...." Read more
"...Alexa does not sound hollow and music is full and fills a small to medium sized room...." Read more
"...Plus as a bonus you don’t need to pay for storage. There’s no limit and zero fees!!)..." Read more
"Love the size of this, perfect for seniors!" Read more
Customers like the image quality of the digital device. They mention that the picture quality on the screen is also great, has good clarity, and the sound is decent. The video is decent, and setup is fairly easy. The calendar shows nicely on the device, and it's wonderful when the pictures pop up. The device is 8" and in HD quality, comparable to a Samsung Tablet.
"...The screen is very clear . This product does have weight to it and has one of the best sounding sets of speakers that I have heard in a long time...." Read more
"...It's so wonderful when the pictures pop up and being reminded of the moment...." Read more
"...Screens are nice, I like having the ability to see things, since we use them as clocks and weather stations, and they fill that function nicely...." Read more
"...a great product that not only has great sound, it also has good clarity on the screen...." Read more
Customers generally like the value of the digital device. They mention that it provides plenty of uses for a decent price, it costs nothing to operate, and has a bigger screen for the price point.
"...membership you can use all of the features of this device it costs nothing to operate but you do need to have some form of internet connection..." Read more
"...Overall I feel it is worth the money. Hopefully Amazon will improve it’s capabilities in the future but right now it’s still pretty cool to use." Read more
"...Now as far as the sound goes, it is really quite good for the money. After adjusting the equalizer in the settings to up the bass, mid and treble...." Read more
"...I got them at an amazing price, but at this point I am undecided if I will keep them. I might just trade them back in for another echo." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the digital device. Some mention that the UI is pretty fast, does a great job with home automation and commands, and is way more responsive than the Ring app on their phone. However, others say that it fails to respond to all commands, doesn't work, and serves no unique function that your phone cannot do sitting on a stand.
"...There was a lot of freezing in the video and obvious delay where it seemed like live satellite streaming, as if there is a maybe two second pause -..." Read more
"...problem getting high def the call quality was pretty decent I did not notice any lag or video degradation while on a high-speed connection as..." Read more
"...even have one in my car that I don't use since the integration with autos is just horrible...." Read more
"...It is also a nice device because it meets so many needs that it can replace multiple devices...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the digital device. Some mention that the set up and connectivity was really really user-friendly, while others say that they had trouble connecting the device to their Amazon account, and are unable to get music profiles to sync easily across devices. They also say the device is very heavily dependent on their synched phone app, and that the words didn't stay in sync with the lips.
"...can control compatible smart devices (lights, fire stick, etc) and is overall incredibly useful." Read more
"...during a video chat it was like watching a movie where the words didn’t stay in sync with the lips...." Read more
"...This allows me to play an audio on the group of speakers, all synced up perfectly, so that when I go room to room the audio is there..." Read more
"...The Show 8 can browse the web. There is a Firefox skill that will allow you to open a web browser...." Read more
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To start off this comes very well packaged and is pretty much just like every other Amazon device packaging not flimsy and seems to be made high quality. As for the setup, it is super simple to set up answer a few basic questions and it starts up. The screen is very clear . This product does have weight to it and has one of the best sounding sets of speakers that I have heard in a long time. This does have a software-based equalizer to adjust the low mid and high range. Controlling the device is very simple via voice or via touch, simply say your wake word and then say the command or swipe from right to left and choose a function. I am giving this five stars despite having a few negatives. First negative even though set up is flawless and this appears to be nothing more than a tablet attached to some really high quality speakers and some software you cannot add anything other than skills. Which in my opinion kind of defeats the purpose of having something as amazing as this. I would like to see the ability to utilize and customize screensavers backgrounds whatever and be able to make it my own. There are very limited options for customization. Although this is not a deal-breaker many people including myself would like the ability to select what they want on it such as placing android-based apps. In addition, although the sound is truly phenomenal I would really like to see more control of specific sounds by use of a seven band equalizer instead of just the standard three band, possibly surround sound effects as well. If you have never owned one of these devices before you will be pleased to know that these have fantastic video calling features that can sense low bandwidth and adjust the image quality accordingly I have used this on a hotspot 3g with absolutely no problem getting high def the call quality was pretty decent I did not notice any lag or video degradation while on a high-speed connection as mentioned earlier on 3g video degradation is possible.
Watching movies on this is the equivalent of watching movies on a tablet however the sound quality is truly remarkable. Although the paper documentation is limited the voice controls appear to be exactly the same as the fire cube. I have been using this for about 2 weeks now and it is the perfect companion to my other Amazon devices.
One thing I forgot to mention was that the camera does have a physical shutter which can be manually opened and manually closed to increase your privacy.
As with all echo devices this does have a button to silence the microphone and this does have a volume up and volume down.
All of these settings are controlled via the software settings button which is located by swiping from the top to the bottom and from within the Alexa app.
As we are in the midst of a pandemic with no hard end in sight I did wind up purchasing five of these devices for Christmas gifts. It is in my opinion one of the best most versatile devices on the market which seamlessly integrates with your prime membership. Even if you choose not to have a prime membership you can use all of the features of this device it costs nothing to operate but you do need to have some form of internet connection wirelessly..
Note for people with vision problems. It is recommended by me to avoid purchasing the echo show 5 and purchase a echo show 8 or echo show 10 if you have problems with eyesight or for the elderly as it is a much bigger screen and easier to read.
And again I am rating this five stars.
My favorite part of the Echo Show devices are the screens because I can use them as digital photo frames. First I uploaded my photos to Amazon Photos. For pictures on my computer and various hard drives I used the website to upload them. For photos on my phone and tablet I used the Amazon Photos app to upload. I created an album called "Screensaver" and then set all my Echo Shows to display the album. (Settings -> Wallpaper & Clock -> Select Amazon Photos.) The Echo Shows all display different pictures from the selected album. I have never caught them displaying the same picture at the same time.
It took time for me to create the album, but you can start slowly and add whenever you have time or whenever you have new photos. I have photos from years ago up to today in the album. It's so wonderful when the pictures pop up and being reminded of the moment. I often stop to look at the pictures and they always bring a smile to my face.... I have photos of my family, friends, all my pets, the dearly departed.... decades old memories as well as new and fresh memories. Pictures of my dogs when they were puppies, my children when they were tiny, special events, everyday moments.... so nostalgic and yes, very sentimental. This has been great for someone like me who has a poor memory. I have a hard time remembering yesterday!
Random stuff and skill suggestions popping up on the home screen can be disabled. Go to Settings -> Home Content and deselect the skills you don't care for. I found that after software updates I would have to go back to deselect skills because new ones were added, such as Covid related skills. The only skill I have showing on mine right now is the weather.
Another feature that I use everyday is the speaker groups. This allows me to play an audio on the group of speakers, all synced up perfectly, so that when I go room to room the audio is there (wherever there is a device). In the Amazon Alexa app, go to "Devices", tap the + icon on the top right corner, select "Add Group", name your group, then select the devices to add to the group. The devices have to all be on the same network for this to work. So if my group name is "All Devices", everyday I can say, "Alexa, play NPR on All Devices", or "Alexa, play Spotify on All Devices", or similar. You can also control the group volume by saying, "Alexa, volume (down to 3) / (up to 6) / (mute) / (max) on All Devices". Saying "Alexa, stop" will stop the audio on the whole group.
I can also use the announcement feature. "Alexa, make an announcement: 10 more minutes to get ready." And Alexa will announce it to the other devices. If you have other people in your "Amazon Household" (other Amazon accounts linked to yours, not necessarily in the same household) who also have devices, they will be able to hear your announcements and they can also make announcements to your devices. So using this you could communicate short messages to another household, like a walkie talkie. There is also the Drop In feature which I haven't tried, but I read that it could be used to monitor another room, to check in on your home and pets, to chat with others, etc.
One of the favorite skills that my children really enjoy is "Amazon Storytime". I use it as a reward and incentive. Sometimes they will tell jokes with Alexa (Alexa, knock knock.....), or ask Alexa questions (Alexa, where did dogs come from?). They also use the timer and alarm feature often. "Alexa, set an alarm for 5:00pm." "Alexa, set a timer for 45 minutes." Alexa can have multiple timers and alarms going at the same time.
The Echo Show 8" and 5" devices have the camera cover, but the Echo Show 10" does not. For my Echo Show 10" I stuck a few layers of sticky note over the camera.
Overall, I love having my Echo Shows. But I'm not made of money, so I have only ever purchased these during super sale events, like Prime Day. If I had to pay the original price, I'm not sure I'd even have one single device. Having said that, these would make great gifts if the receiver could utilize the various features.
Update: you can watch Hulu on this by adding the skill to your Amazon Alexa account. This also has bluetooth.