Amazon's second-generation smart display is coming out later this year. We'll take a closer look at the price and features of this device. This CNET review can help you make an informed decision about the best Echo Show 15 for your home. Below, you can find out more about the Echo Show 15. The new smart display will soon be available in Australia, Canada and Mexico.
Amazon's second-generation smart screen review
Amazon's second smart display, Echo Show, is similar in design to the first but offers more versatility. While the first Echo Show's main focus was video chat, the second generation offers additional capabilities like video surveillance and home automation. It can also be used as a digital frame and supports Alexa Skills.
The first generation Echo Show had a 10.1-inch touchscreen, but the second-generation model offers a larger 10-inch display. Although this display is still quite crisp, the resolution is much lower than that of its 10.1-inch counterpart. It is not recommended for long-term usage.
The Echo Show 8 is a mid-range smart display. It has a large display and excellent audio quality. It also features a higher resolution webcam and a faster processing speed. It is also available in white or black, just as the first version. Overall, this model is similar to last year's model, but with a few cosmetic changes.
Price
If you are looking for a smart display, the Amazon Echo Show is a great option. The first-gen model has an 8-inch HD touchscreen, a camera, and microphone. It also has a physical privacy screen. It typically sells for $130. Amazon dropped the price down to $55 on Prime Day. The smart display is also great for watching movies and streaming services.
You can use Echo Show 10 for video chats. It can handle group video chats with up seven people and can view video calls from any other device using the Alexa apps. Drop In allows you to make phone calls directly from your smart display. It triggers other smart devices when someone enters and leaves a space. Amazon's most costly smart display is the Show 10, while its most affordable Echo Show 8 option is the Echo Show 8.
Echo Show 8 has a 13-megapixel camera. This is a great feature to use for video calls. The screen is ideal for watching videos and reading news. You can even play music from Alexa through the speaker.