For people who don’t already own an Amazon Echo (or if you want to replace an ageing model), this is the deal for you.
Given just how handy a proper Alexa speaker can be in your day-to-day life, I’d argue that out of all of the Amazon smart speakers, the Dot is easily the most cost-effective buy for most people.
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Amazon’s latest Echo Dot has dropped to $34.99 (was $49.99), giving you their best audio yet in the sleek Glacier White finish.
At only a couple of inches high and wide, the Echo Dot can practically sit anywhere. Be it your bedside table, a corner of your kitchen or an office desk. Despite its compact stature, however, the Echo Dot can still pump out some vibrant-sounding audio.
Kick things off with a bit of pop and you’ll notice immediately that the vocals come through with lots of clarity, while the bass has an unexpected heft to it that gives your favourite songs a newfound depth.
Of course, the big advantage of having an Echo speaker in your home is the same reason why smart assistants are worth having in the first place. This is all about smart home control via Alexa.
You can ask for the status of various smart devices, such as lights, locks and cameras and change them on a whim without ever needing to whip out your smartphone, which can be handy if you’re trying to find a light switch in the dark.
Given the price, the Echo Dot is a great buy all on its own, but when you consider how it can work in harmony with other smart devices and accessories, the cost-benefit easily makes it one of the standout smart speakers out there.
For just $34.99, the sound quality and smart assistant capabilities combined make this a win-win all around.
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