Amazon has recently introduced its Echo Show 8 smart speaker in India. It features Amazon Alexa which currently has more than 30000 skills in English and over 800 Hindi skills.
The Amazon Echo Show 8 features an 8-inch HD display and includes a 1 MP front facing camera for video calling. You can easily perform video calls with friends and family using Skype or using Alexa App. There is also a built-in shutter to cover camera.
The device measurement specification features 7.9 x 5.4 x 3.9 inch and weighs about 1037 grams. It comes with 2-inch (52 mm) neodymium speakers with passive bass radiator and gets processing power from MediaTek MT8163 SoC. The device features a Dual Band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac support and 3.5 mm jack as well.
It can also connect with other Echo Devices very simple, send messages and making voice calls or sending send messages. Another wonderful feature of the Echo Show 8 is that it can also perform voice control or manage compatible devices (which can also be done via its display).
It can control AC, lights and other electronics as well as performing security checks on security cameras. You can also access make quick announcements or perform routine checks on someone such as a child.
These are only a few features of the device. There many more out there to select from. For example, If you want to be master chef, the Echo Show 8 step-by-step recipes. Users can also electronically disconnect microphones and camera just with a press of a button.
The Amazon Echo Show 8 is currently priced at Rs. 8999 in India and will be available in White and Black colors. It is also ready for purchase online via Amazon.in.
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