Customers commend the Echo Show (1st Generation) for its sound quality, ease of use, and convenient screen size, finding it particularly useful for video calling. However, some users express concerns regarding Alexa's responsiveness and the initial setup process, while others feel the device lacks certain features.
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Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works Great
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I have only been using my Amazon Echo Show for a couple days now but it works great. The microphone picks up my voice very easily, the sound quality is great, and it looks nice sitting on my coffee table!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Purchase for the right price ($149)
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I am a huge echo fan and have one in nearly every room in my house. We use the system as an intercom as well as to play holiday music througout the home. Kids also use Alexa to check homework questions, ask about weather, and play games. I was reluctant to get the show because of the price but when it came on sale, I had to make the purchase and I am sure glad I did. I have the show in my kitchen to review my shopping lists, look to see what movies are playing and view movie trailers. I have been having such fun with it. The only problem with these devices is the limited "wake" words. I wish Amazon would have more available wake words so that I can easily talk to one device without the others answering.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon Show
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Love this product as I do my other Amazon Alexa. I have the Show in my kitchen and can ask for a particular recipe and it gives me a variety, tells me about them and will run the recipe on the screen
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great addition to Ring Video Door Bell
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Not only does it round out my collection of Alexa devices, I have two echos and one dot, it also works well with the Ring 2 Video Door Bell,
I can see who is at my front door without opening it.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Video calling
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Handy, "must have" device.
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Purchased a 2nd Echo Show for my vacation home when they were on sale, so I wouldn't have to take the 1st one back & forth between homes. I love having it for music, information, recipes, reminders, shopping lists, etc. You can watch movie trailers, video chat with other Echo show owners & set up routines to work with your smart TV or appliances.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love love love it!
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Too many great things to say about the echo show! I have had an echo dot for a while but the new echo who adds video. I literally use it everyday multiple times a day. Great product Amazon!
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
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I have the 1st gen Echo, some Echo Dots and a couple Echo Shows; I really like the Show the best. Has great sound and great response to my requests. So far, no issues and I would recommend
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Screen size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very Entertaining Device
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I recently purchased the Amazon Echo Show for my wife. This amazing voice controlled "smart" device can control the lights ,security cameras, ,thermostat, garage door, sprinklers and more. In a "smart home". The powerful Dolby speakers provide great sound, and the lyrics are shown on screen! Alexa also can answer questions, weather forecasts, and video calls, among other talents, and is always getting smarter. You will have hours of fun!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product for family/kitchen area
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I have two Amazon Echo units one in office and the new Echo show white one in the kitchen/family room area. Use it everyday for weather, set timers, get recipes. Great price too $ 149.99
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Fun for all
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I bought this for my 11 year old son. He loves it! It is fun to ask questions to, can help his will spelling and homework, and he can play his music on it. He even had it synced to his Bluetooth headphones. It was simple to set up and has worked just as expected so far.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
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It syncs with my Echo, displays slideshows, recipes, and lists, controls my Fire Stick, and sounds pretty good. It doesn't play You Tube videos but it does do a good job playing videos.
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I would recommend this to a friend
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Screen size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great screen size, sound
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I decided to go with the original because of the price. Because the 2nd generation came out, this one lowered its price, and is now really reasonable. If you're a part of the Amazon Echo universe, this is a much needed addition because of the screen. I am able to watch news clips, see timers, set thermostats, see cameras all on this. The sound is much better than the original Amazon Echo. Would highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Echo show amazing !!
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Great and easy to set up. We have this in the hallway and the whole family uses it. Alexa is learning what our family likes each day. My 8 yr old daughter uses it all the time as well.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Echo is the best, love Alexa
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This Amazon Echo is very user friendly, and provides hours of entertainment, with anything from recipes, news, videos, and Amazon music with the lyrics is like having your own Karaoke.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Video calling
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
love this
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This is friendly for the whole family. Alexa learns as each member of the family talks to her. Echo Show brings you everything you love about Alexa, and now she can show you things. Watch video flash briefings, Amazon Video content, see music lyrics, security cameras, photos, weather forecasts, to-do lists, browse and listen to Audible audiobooks, and more. All hands-free—just ask.
Call almost anyone hands-free, or make video calls to family and friends with an Echo Spot, Echo Show, or the Alexa App. Instantly connect to other Echo devices around your home.
See lyrics on-screen with Amazon Music. Just ask to play a song, artist or genre, and stream over Wi-Fi. Powerful, room-filling speakers with Dolby processing for crisp vocals and extended bass response. Play your music simultaneously across Echo devices with multi-room music Adjust the treble, mid, and bass levels with your voice.
Ask Alexa to show you the front door with Ring . Makes your home a compatible smart home with all your smart devices.
Echo Show hears you from any direction—even while music is playing. Always getting smarter and adding new features, plus thousands of skills like Uber, Allrecipes, CNN, and more Looking forward to Christmas to upgrade to the newest Show. We have ours in the kitchen on the counter. When you say thank you She says You bet and have a wonderful day. Well worth the money and She is learning every day.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality, Video calling
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very nice
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I intended to buy an Echo Plus, but I found this on sale and decided for a few extra $$$, I'd give this a try. I love it so far. It's handy to have in my kitchen, as that's where I usually think of things to go on the shopping list or calendar, listen to music while I cook dinner or help with homework, and we love the video calling feature. I don't use it for YouTube or movies, so I don't have an opinion to share on those features.
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I would recommend this to a friend
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Screen size, Video calling
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fun, Functional
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One of the cool things about this is the fact I can video chat with my home via the Alexa app. Also being able to see things like your calendar, how bright your lights are (and a slider to dim or brighten), lyrics to songs, cooking instructions etc. are all things I regularly do.
I even watched some of a movie while working in the kitchen. If you have any smart devices in your home, one of these is a must.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A steal for the first generation model at $99!
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I've been looking at getting a smart screen based speaker for my home, but was put off by the high price. The sale price made this first generation model a steel at 99 bucks! It works seamlessly in the Amazon ecosystem and controls a wide variety of smart devices. The 7 inch screen is on par with the entry level Amazon Kindle and has a bright display that makes watching the occasional video very pleasurable.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best Echo for you kitchen/living room
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I have a lot of Echos devices. Each room in my house has some kind of smart speaker (I have also Google Home devices).
The Echo Show is the best device to use in a living room or kitchen. The screen is bright and sharp, and it's a nice feature to follow recipes, watch videos or even listen to music once the lyrics are displayed on the screen.
It's also the best way to see calendar entries, to do and shopping lists.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
i am learning to use it
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I thought it would be difficult to use the Echo Show, but once a friend set it up for me (I was not able too) I found the Echo very easy to use, I like getting weather, news, and lots more as I am eating breakfast. And no ads, or other junk , just the facts.
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