Starting today, the brand new generation of the Echo Show 8 and finally available on Amazon.it at a cost of 169,99 euros. This updated version of the Echo Show 8 device, with Alexa built-in, features a completely redesigned design, a more intuitive home interface, an enhanced processor, spatial audio and a built-in smart home hub, offering users even more personalized, proactive experiences and intuitive.
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A tangible improvement both aesthetically and functionally
The new Echo Show 8 comes with a renewed design characterized by soft curves along the fabric covering and a full-screen glass frame around the 8-inch HD display. Furthermore, it is equipped with a enhanced processor which offers a significantly improved audio experience thanks to its ability to detect and adapt to the acoustics of the surrounding environment. Video calls are also enhanced thanks to the presence of one 13 megapixel central camera which guarantees superior video quality and clearer audio, minimizing background noise and offering an immersive listening experience. The next generation Echo Show 8 features a Integrated hub for the smart home, with support for Zigbee, Thread, Bluetooth and Matter, which allows you to control compatible lights, locks and sensors simply through voice commands, eliminating the need for a separate hub.
A completely new home screen thanks to adaptive content
The Echo Show 8 device delivers adaptive content and an improved user experience on the home screen, thanks to the use of artificial vision technology to adjust the contents displayed based on the user's position in relation to the device. This mode allows you to clearly view information even from afar, such as newspaper headlines or recipes, automatically adapting the display for a detailed view when you get closer. For those who have set the visual ID, it is possible to customize the visible information, highlighting, for example, a recent playlist. The new adaptive home screen also includes shortcut icons that make it easy to access your most used widgets, accessible with a simple tap.
Commitment to sustainability and energy saving
The new generation Echo Show 8 boasts “Climate Pledge Friendly” certification. The fabric used is made from 100% recycled polyester yarn post-consumer, and 99% of the device's packaging is made from wood fiber from sustainably managed forests or recycled materials. Additionally, the device features a power saving mode that reduces power consumption when not in use, contributing to energy savings throughout its life cycle (depending on user settings).
A commitment to the protection of privacy
Like all Echo devices, the next-generation Echo Show 8 is designed with a strong focus on customer privacy and offers various levels of privacy controls, such as a built-in camera cover and a button that electronically mutes the microphone. Users have full control over the “Adaptive Content” feature and can turn it off at any time via their device's screen settings, as well as being able to cover the camera or mute the microphone at their discretion.
Echo Show 8 Pricing and Availability
The Echo Show 8 is now available on Amazon.it in White and Anthracite at the price of 169,99 €. You can also purchase a separately Adjustable stand for the Echo Show 8 with USB-C charging port at a cost of 39,99 euros.
