Specifications
- Built-In SpeakersYesNumber of Microphones1
- Key Specs
- Built-In Speakers: true
- Number of Microphones: 1
- General
- Brand: Amazon
- Model Number: B09B8V1LZ3
- Product Name: Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 Release) Smart Speaker with Alexa
- Color: Charcoal
- Audio
- Built-In Speakers: true
- Number of Speakers: 1
- Voice
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Amazon Alexa (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Number of Microphones: 1
- Connectivity
- Connectivity Technology: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Fire OS
- Features
- Wake Word: Amazon (The term or phrase used to activate a device.)
- Alarm Function: true
- Processor Model: Mediatek MT8519 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Power
- Power Source: Plug-in
- Display
- Display Screen: false
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 3.532 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 3.937 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 3.937 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.75 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 840080503653
Smart speaker features a sleek design and improved audio for vibrant sound anywhere in your home. With Echo Dot, you can stay on track with help from Alexa, control compatible smart home devices and start routines with your motion. Make your Echo Dot portable with the Echo Dot Battery Base and enjoy your music away from the power outlet with integrated battery lasting up to 5 hours (battery base sold separately). The battery base is available in black and white.
- Echo Dot: Enjoy an improved audio experience compared to any previous Echo Dot with Alexa for clearer vocals, deeper bass and vibrant sound in any room.
- Your favorite music and content: Play music, audiobooks, and podcasts from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify and others or via Bluetooth throughout your home
- Alexa is happy to help: Ask Alexa for weather updates and to set hands-free timers, get answers to your questions and even hear jokes, need a few extra minutes in the morning- Just tap your Echo Dot to snooze your alarm
- Keep your home comfortable: Control compatible smart home devices with your voice and routines triggered by built-in motion or indoor temperature sensors-create routines to automatically turn on lights when you walk into a room
- Do more with device pairing: Fill your home with music using compatible Echo devices in different rooms, create a home theater system with Fire TV, or extend wifi coverage with a compatible eero network so you can say goodbye to drop-offs and buffering
- 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 off button
- Designed for sustainability: we considered sustainability in the design of this device with 100% recyclable packaging, 95% post-consumer recycled fabric, and 50% post-consumer recycled plastics
- Echo Dot Battery Base Accessory: Make your Echo Dot portable with the Echo Dot Battery Base and enjoy your music away from the power outlet with integrated battery lasting up to 5 hours. The battery base is available in black and white. The Echo Dot Battery Base is compatible with Echo Dot 4th and 5th gen. It is also comaptible with the Echo Dot with Clock. (battery base sold separately; search or ask for Best Buy SKU 6551606 and 6551605).
Whats Included
- Echo Dot (5th Gen), glacier white power adapter (15W), and Quick Start Guide.
Q: is there a charging port with this?
A: Hello! The Echo Dot 5th Gen does not require a charging port, it plugs directly into the wall. Below are the set up instructions that may be helpful, To set up your new Echo device, follow these steps: 1. Before setup, download or update the Alexa app in your mobile device app store. 2. Plug in your device. 3. Open the Alexa app . 4. Open More and select Add Device. 5. Select Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Plus and more. 6. Follow the on screen instructions to set up you device. Have a great day!
Q: Do have to have an Amazon account to use Alexa?
A: I think so. You have to have the Alexa app on your phone to connect it to the wifi in your house. It asks for an Amazon account which i have so I didn't try to set it up without one. I am pretty sure you have to have an Amazon account but it doesn't have to be Prime.
Q: Is the Echo Dot 5th generation any different than Echo Dot 4th generation?
A: Very small difference between the two genrations. The 5th generation is mpre clear sounding
Q: Can you play the radio with the Echo Dot 5th gen?
A: Hello Omar, Thank you for your question. Yes. You can listen to the radio using an Echo Dot. There are a few ways of doing it. You can ask Alexa to tune-in to your local radio station by name or dial position, as long as they broadcast also on the web. You can also add the Tune-In radio skill, using the Alexa app. Have a great day!
Q: Does this have a alarm. Like can I say "Alexa, set alarm for 6am".?
A: Yes, you can set an alarm on this.
Q: Does the Echo Dot 4th edition with premium sound have better sound than the Echo 5th edition?
A: Yes the 4 th has better sound than the 5th
Q: Can I pair two echo dots together. So they place same music in diff rooms?
A: Absolutely, we have 5 all in different rooms. All you do is say "Alexa play music everywhere " and it will play whatever music you asked for.
A: Yes, I ask her to stop playing all the time just before I go to bed. It does it very well.
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Customers appreciate the Echo Dot (5th Gen) for its impressive sound quality and ease of use. Many also highlight its compact size and the convenience of its setup process. While some users experienced connectivity issues, the positive feedback on sound, usability, and value for the price point outweighs the negative comments. The device's design and color options also receive favorable mentions.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Alexa
I recently started using the Alexa Echo Dot, and I have to say I’m really impressed. Despite its small size, the sound is clear and surprisingly powerful. I love how easy it was to set up and how intuitive it is to use. I can control the lights in my home, play music, ask for the weather, or set reminders, all with just my voice. It’s like having a personal assistant at hand all the time, and it has made daily tasks so much easier. Definitely a great purchase!
Posted by JuanpabloP
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
decent little smart speaker
Starting out with a few caveats: 1) no smart speaker / voice assistant is perfect, 2) many people have their preferred ecosystem, and 3) when that ecosystem fails, the grass is greener on the other side. With that being said, in my own opinion, Alexa currently beats Google hands down when controlling smart devices (though Google reigns for integrating its services like search, calendar, photos, etc). I had grown less and less pleased with my Google Hubs over the years, and long story short, I was eventually gifted an Echo Show. I was so impressed with its ability to handle my various smart devices when Google was failing to do so correctly, that I eventually decided to purchase more Echo devices, including this Echo Dot. This device does not disappoint. First off, the sound quality. Though this is a small device, it packs a punch. Bass is decent and song audio via Spotify is clear. Audiophiles may gripe about sound quality that isn't 100% perfect from a small smart speaker, but for the average user, streaming sound quality from this device is good enough, if not great. It's easy enough to pair into whole-house audio with other Echo speakers, but on its own it still gets the job done decently. The only drawback is the 5th gen Echo Dot lacks an aux port that the 4th gen had, but hey, if we're comparing this to a Google Nest Mini, Google doesn't use aux ports at all. Voice recognition when speaking to Alexa is decent - again, no smart assistant is perfect, and errors in communication do happen, but they appear to be relatively few on this device all things considered. My biggest complaint would be the "By the way, would you like me to blah blah blah..." additions Alexa occasionally tacks onto responses, with no real way to disable them in the app. When listening to voice commands and responding, the Dot will glow blue at the base. When your Amazon account and device settings are set up correctly, this light turns yellow to let you know you have a package delivery notification. Despite not subscribing to Prime and ordering infrequently from Amazon, I still find this quite useful. Overall I think this is a decent device, and outpaces Google in many aspects. It goes on sale pretty often so I wouldn't recommend paying full price for this unless you absolutely need to, but you wouldn't have buyers remorse if you did.
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Posted by Hael
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good to Use！
I recently purchased the Amazon Echo Dot and it has exceeded my expectations. It's a great example of smart technology that has been simplified to perform a single, specific task in a time when smart technology may sometimes seem overwhelming. The combination of a high-tech watch and Alexa's brainpower has made my regular tasks much more manageable and enjoyable. The Echo Dot adapts easily to my needs, whether I'm setting an alarm to gently wake me up in the morning or just listening to my favorite music. This smart speaker has seamlessly integrated into my life at home and become an essential tool. The Echo Dot with clock has undeniably merited its five-star rating for its top-notch functionality, sleek design, and helpful contribution to today's simplified lifestyle.
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