Amazon introduces a new Echo Show

Amazon introduces all new Echo Show 10 and Echo Show 5 in India. There is the new Echo Show 10 that comes with a 10.1-inch HD display, 13-megapixel front facing camera and intelligent motion to display face you as you interact with Alexa. You will not miss a moment of your favourite show, on-screen lyrics, the next step in a recipe, or a smile from a loved one on a video call as the display always stays in your view. There is also the Echo Show 5 which is an upgrade to the smart speaker with a screen and has the same compact, 5.5-inch display. It now comes with an HD camera for better video calling or monitoring home remotely and is available in three colours —Black, White, and the new Blue.  

As for the pricing and availability, the Echo Show 10 is priced at INR 24,999 and will be available in Black at http://www.amazon.in/Echoshow10. While the Echo Show 5 is priced at INR 8,999 it will be available at a discounted price of INR 6,999 for all customers at http://www.amazon.in/Echoshow5. It comes in three colour variants: Black, White, and Blue.  

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“With the introduction of the new Echo Show devices we have redefined the customer experience. Echo Show 10’s intelligent motion capability makes any place in the room the perfect location to enjoy visuals on the HD display combined with an enhanced audio experience”, said Parag GuptaHead of Amazon Devices India“Indian customers have shared positive feedback about Alexa interactions on their existing Echo Show devices that combine voice, display, and touch. We can’t wait to see how they make the most out of the large brilliant display of the new Echo Show 10 as well as the upgraded Echo Show 5 to enhance entertainment, home security, productivity and more.” 

Amazon introduces a new Echo Show

Now for the new devices themselves, the Echo Show 10 features a 10.1-inch, adaptive HD display that automatically stays in view when you interact with Alexa. There are the dual, front-firing tweeters and powerful woofer that provide premium, directional sound. There is support for Amazon Prime Music, Spotify, JioSaavn, Gaana, and even Apple Music.

It even gets a new 13-megapixel, wide-angle camera pans and zooms to keep you at the center of the frame. Plus, with the new Alexa Group Calling feature, you can create a group of up to eight friends and family members, and simply say, “Alexa, call my family.”    

As for the Echo Show 5 it comes with a compact, 5.5-inch display and with three colours to choose from—Black, White, and the new Blue. It also gets an upgraded HD camera with double the pixels, making it perfect for a quick video call, or a Drop In conversation.

Just like other brands, Amazon is also giving some new Privacy features is a foundational principle and core to how we design all of our devices and services. Echo Show devices are designed with multiple layers of privacy protection, including microphone and camera controls, and the ability to view and delete your voice recordings. All new generation devices come with built-in shutters to cover the camera too. 

Well with that said, do let us know your thoughts on the new Amazon all new Echo Show 10 and Echo Show 5 by dropping a comment down below.

Madhav is a Tech Enthusiast and a Gamer. He also writes for The Automotive Blog, where he covers Auto related news.