Customers value the Echo (1st generation) for its sound quality and ease of use, frequently citing these as top features. Many also appreciate its home automation capabilities and the convenience of accessing weather information and managing shopping lists. However, some customers expressed concerns about the price point and occasional issues with battery life, response time, connectivity, and setup.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cool device
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This is a neat device. It wasn't something I really thought I needed, but the family thinks it's pretty neat!
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
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Loving this item, it can play all of my favorite music and I got it on a great deal, I love best buy deals!
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Buy the white one
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Great aesthetic look and performs well. You have to read what Alexa can connect to. Worth buying at Best Buy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Sound
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I was surprised how good this sounds. I use it every day to listen to music and get the latest news.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love Alexa
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This thing does so many things it's incredible. Time saver, information finder , and even a family entertainer!
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Really Cool
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Exciting technology that blows your mind. Very easy to set up , you won't be disappointed with this product.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
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Love it. Purchased a second device for upstairs and downstairs. Good buy!
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Gift
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I bought for my son, and he loves it. In his home they use it daily. Great gift for him and his family.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
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These are very cool. Only bummer is my power adapter cord broke :( and I don't think they sell replacements
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon Echo
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This item is a thing of the future. You can littetly operate you wireless components using this debice.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
love it !
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Alexa is pleasant, polite , & very quick to respond to requests such as weather , music , or even jokes ;
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
She's smart
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She is a problem sometimes but getting better and our Alexa is learning as we speak to her more more.. fun
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Unlimited Possibilities!
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Great home "assistant" for the little things that drive you crazy. Still discovering everything Echo can do.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love Alexa
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We bought the Echo after visiting relatives that had one. Had so much fun we just had to have one too!!
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful
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Easy set up, great for music streaming. This is my 2nd Echo, got last one thanksgiving sale, so happy I did.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
need more but great for smart house
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still have s long way to go but is good for a smart house will love to get her on spanish lol ,need way more .the idea is great the funtions are to but need more to be a 5
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Echo
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novelty products ala Siri, provides information on the spot. make sure that a wireless high speed internet connection is available or it will generate a great degree of frustration
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great hand free device
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I truly love how I can just talk to her and ask for what I want. I got friends and family members wanting one.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Alexa
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I didn't think I would use this device as much as I do now that I have one. She is full of information.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Learning Tool
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The Echo is great for it skills application. I use the spelling app and the Jepoardy app all the time.
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