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Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled
312 reviews • $180

Amazon Echo is designed around your voice. It's always on—just ask for information, music, news, weather, and more. Echo begins working as soon as it detects the wake word. You can pick Alexa or Amazon as your wake word. Echo is also an expertly tuned speaker that can fill any room with immersive sound.

Echo connects to Alexa, a cloud-based voice service, to provide information, answer questions, play music, read the news, check sports scores or the weather, and more—instantly. All you have to do is ask. Echo begins working as soon as it detects the wake word. You can pick Alexa or Amazon as your wake word.

Use Echo to switch on the lamp before getting out of bed, turn on the fan or space heater while reading in your favorite chair, or dim the lights from the couch to watch a movie—all without lifting a finger...or even raising your voice.

Echo works with devices such as lights and switches from WeMo, Philips Hue, SmartThings, Insteon, and Wink. Starter kits are available for easy setup.

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  • SPECS
  • Released (Live)
    November 06, 2014
    (4 years ago)
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    Bluetooth
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    Power cable
    9.3 inches ('')
    3.3 inches ('')
    3.3 inches ('')
    1.68 pounds (lb)
    Black
    White

    + Amazon Echo
    + Power adapter
    + Quick Start Guide
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  • REVIEWS
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    315 reviews
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    Current Lowest $179.99 Sep 23, 2017
    Current Average $179.99 Sep 23, 2017
    Highest $179.99 Sep 23, 2017
    Lowest $139.99 Jun 18, 2017
  • COMPATIBILITIES / WORKS WITH

  • The Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled
    is currently compatible with the below
    211 smart home products.

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  • ANSWERS

    • Q1: Does the Amazon Echo require a monthly service fee?

      No, the Amazon Echo requires no monthly service fee, but it is important to note that when you register your Amazon Echo for the first time, you will get 1 free month of Amazon Prime, which includes Amazon Prime Music (the default Amazon Echo Music Service).

      If you would still like to have access to Amazon Prime Music after your free trial, you will have to become an Amazon Prime Member, which costs USD 99 per year.

      There are alternative music sources you can connect with your Amazon Echo, which we will still be detailing on SmartHomeDB. Please create a SmartHomeDB account via www.smarthomedb.com/signup to stay up to date with regards to all the latest smart home developments.

      Important notes:

      + You must have an Amazon.com account, a U.S. billing address, and a payment method issued by a U.S. bank to access Prime Music.

      + Prime Music is included with annual Prime memberships, 30-day Amazon Prime free trials, annual Amazon Mom memberships, 30-day Amazon Mom free trials, and annual Amazon Student memberships. It is not included during the free trial period for Amazon Student memberships, or for invited household members on a shared Prime account.

    • Q2: What is an Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

    • Q3: What was the release/launch date of the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

      The first generation of the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled was launched on Thursday, November 6, 2014, basically 2 years ago.

    • Q4: Where can I buy an Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

      Smart Home DB has identified the following online retailer via which the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled can be purchased:


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    • Q5: How do I install / setup the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled myself?

    • Q6: Can I access/control/program the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled via a mobile phone app?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled has the following mobile apps for Android and iOS:

      3.7 / 5
      9,901
      2 / 5
      1,840

    • Q7: Can I access/control/program the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled via a web browser interface?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled has the following Web Browser Interface:


    • Q8: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled have an Android App?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled has the following Android App:
      3.7 / 5
      9,901

      In addition, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled also has an app for iOS and a Web Browser Interface:

      2 / 5
      1,840

    • Q9: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled have an iOS App?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled has the following iOS App:
      2 / 5
      1,840

      In addition, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled also has an app for Android and a Web Browser Interface:

      3.7 / 5
      9,901

    • Q10: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled have a Windows Phone App?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled has no Windows Phone App at the moment.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when the Windows Phone App is officially released:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does have apps for Android and iOS plus a Web Browser Interface:

      3.7 / 5
      9,901
      2 / 5
      1,840

    • Q11: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled have a Web Browser Interface?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled has the following Web Browser Interface:

      In addition, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled also has apps for Android and iOS:

      3.7 / 5
      9,901
      2 / 5
      1,840

    • Q12: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled have a Windows / Desktop / PC App?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled has no Windows / Desktop / PC App at the moment.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when the Windows / Desktop / PC App is officially released:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does have apps for Android and iOS plus a Web Browser Interface:

      3.7 / 5
      9,901
      2 / 5
      1,840

    • Q13: Can I access the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled remotely, even when I am not at home?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled facilitates remote access via the following mobile apps for Android and iOS plus a Web Browser Interface:

      3.7 / 5
      9,901
      2 / 5
      1,840

    • Q14: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled have an IFTTT Channel?

    • Q15: With which products is the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled compatible / 'works with'?

      The Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled is currently compatible / 'works with' 161 products.

    • Q16: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled save energy?

      No, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not save energy.

    • Q17: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled improve my health?

      No, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not improve your health.

    • Q18: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled improve my safety?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does improve your safety.

    • Q19: Is the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled dependent on other hardware such as a gateway or hub?

      No, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not require any other hardware for proper product usability.

    • Q20: Which connectivity / radio protocols does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support?

      The Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q21: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Wi-Fi connectivity?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does support Wi-Fi connectivity by default as a stand-alone product.

      In addition, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled also supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Bluetooth

    • Q22: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support ZigBee connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support ZigBee connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when ZigBee connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q23: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q24: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q25: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q26: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support 6LoWPAN connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support 6LoWPAN connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when 6LoWPAN connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q27: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Bluetooth connectivity?

      Yes, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does support Bluetooth connectivity by default as a stand-alone product.

      In addition, the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled also supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q28: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support HomeKit connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support HomeKit connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when HomeKit connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q29: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Thread connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Thread connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Thread connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q30: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support AllJoyn connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support AllJoyn connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when AllJoyn connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q31: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Lutron Clear Connect connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Lutron Clear Connect connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Lutron Clear Connect connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q32: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Infrared (IR) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Infrared (IR) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Infrared (IR) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q33: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Ethernet connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Ethernet connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Ethernet connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q34: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support X10 connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support X10 connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when X10 connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q35: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support AirPlay connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support AirPlay connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when AirPlay connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q36: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support DECT connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support DECT connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when DECT connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q37: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support HDMI connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support HDMI connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when HDMI connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q38: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Play-Fi connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Play-Fi connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Play-Fi connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q39: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support Google Cast connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support Google Cast connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Google Cast connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q40: Does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled support USB connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled does not support USB connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when USB connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth

    • Q41: What type of power supply does the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled use?

      The Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled uses a Power Cable/Adapter as power supply.

    • Q42: What are the dimensions (height / width / depth) of the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

      9.3 inches ('') 23.5 centimeters (cm) 235 millimeters (mm)
      3.3 inches ('') 8.3 centimeters (cm) 83 millimeters (mm)
      3.3 inches ('') 8.3 centimeters (cm) 83 millimeters (mm)

    • Q43: What is the weight of the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

      1.68 pounds (lb) 763 grams (g) 26.90 ounces (oz)

    • Q44: In which colors is the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled available?

      Black
      White

    • Q45: What is in the box / the box content of a purchased Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

      • Amazon Echo
      • Power adapter
      • Quick Start Guide

    • Q46: What is the Product ID of the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

      SK705DI

    • Q47: Where can I find troubleshooting / help support for the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

    • Q48: What are the best alternatives to the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled?

      In case you are considering an alternative to / similar product like the Amazon Echo - Alexa-Enabled, we recommend to review the following products:

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    • Q49: Can I adjust / change the time zone on my Amazon Echo?

      The Amazon Echo currently  (as of Thu, Sep 17, 2015) only supports time zones covered by US Zip Codes. This means that for now you will be allocated a wrong / incorrect time zone on your Amazon Echo if your time zone is not covered by a US Zip Code, which is definitely the case for users in Europe and Asia.

      The above impacts asking for the time (without mentioning your city), compatibility with your calendar and setting an alarm (specifying a time) on your Amazon Echo when you are outside the United States.

    • Q50: Is Amazon Prime Music for the Amazon Echo Free?

      No. 

      When you register your Amazon Echo for the first time, you will get 1 free month of Amazon Prime, which includes Amazon Prime Music.

      If you would still like to have access to Amazon Prime Music after your free trial, you will have to become an Amazon Prime Member, which costs USD 99 per year.

      Important notes:

      + You must have an Amazon.com account, a U.S. billing address, and a payment method issued by a U.S. bank to access Prime Music.

      + Prime Music is included with annual Prime memberships, 30-day Amazon Prime free trials, annual Amazon Mom memberships, 30-day Amazon Mom free trials, and annual Amazon Student memberships. It is not included during the free trial period for Amazon Student memberships, or for invited household members on a shared Prime account.

    • Q51: Does the Amazon Echo work outside the US?

      Yes, but there are several important issues you have to take into account.

      Below findings were valid on Thu, Sep 17, 2015 and may be resolved / updated via future software updates by Amazon or via hacks / custom fixes contributed by the community.

      US Time Zones Only

      The Amazon Echo currently  (as of Thu, Sep 17, 2015) only supports time zones covered by US Zip Codes. This means that for now you will be allocated a wrong / incorrect time zone on your Amazon Echo if your time zone is not covered by a US Zip Code, which is definitely the case for users in Europe and Asia.

      The above impacts asking for the time (without mentioning your city), compatibility with your calendar and setting an alarm (specifying a time) on your Amazon Echo when you are outside the United States.

      US ZIP Codes / Locations Only

      This impacts local weather, news and traffic requests. Instead of asking: "Alexa, what is the weather like outside?", you will have to ask "Alexa, what is the weather like in Singapore?"

    • Q52: Can I turn off / mute the Amazon Echo microphone?

      Yes, you can turn / mute Amazon Echo's microphone off by pushing the microphone on/off button on the top of your Amazon Echo. 

      When the light ring around the top of Amazon Echo turns red, the microphone is off. 

      Amazon Echo will not respond to the wake word, nor will it respond to the action button, until you reactivate the microphone by pushing the microphone on/off button again.

    • Q53: What do the Amazon Echo Light Ring colors mean?

      Solid blue with spinning cyan lights
      Amazon Echo is starting up.

      All lights off
      Amazon Echo is active and waiting for your request.

      Solid blue with cyan pointing in direction of person speaking
      Amazon Echo is busy processing your request.

      Orange light spinning clockwise
      Amazon Echo is connecting to your Wi-Fi network.

      Solid red light
      You have turned off the microphones on your Amazon Echo. Press the Microphone button to turn on the microphones.

      White light
      You are adjusting the volume level on Amazon Echo.

      Continuous oscillating violet light
      An error occurred during Wi-Fi setup.
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