Amazon has introduced Echo (2nd Generation) and will be releasing it on October 31.
It’s cheaper ($99 for some models) than the initial Echo and physically shorter. Amazon says it includes improved sound powered by Dolby. It also comes in different colors/finishes.
You can pre-order now. Cursor down at the link for lots of additional information, video, photos, etc.
Amazon is also introducing a new Echo Plus that includes a built-in smart-home hub and smart lightbulb. It looks like the original Echo.
For PG, the most interesting of the new Echo devices is the Echo Spot for $129. It has a small built-in video screen and, from the photos, looks like it’s about the size of a grapefruit. It does all the standard Echo stuff plus you can use it for video calls to other people with Echo screen devices and watch a selection of videos that Amazon will make available.
Apparently it is possible to tell Alexa to get you some beer…
https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/talkingtech/2017/03/21/amazon-alexa-beer-wine-alcohol-runs-amazon-now-two-hour-delivery/99454496/
Hahahahahaha! 😆 That’s funny.
Just a matter of time, Dave. Just a matter of time.