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Amazon has released the third-generation Echo Show 5 to bolster its smart home portfolio in India. It brings a range of performance and usability improvements in a known compact package.
Launched at a discount, Echo Show has a price of Rs. 10,999. The refreshed Echo Show 5 is more than a screen-based voice assistant; it's now a multi-faceted entertainment center, connectivity hub, home monitoring system, and controller.
Powered by Alexa and with a better behind-the-scenes design, the third-generation Echo Show aims to integrate seamlessly into contemporary Indian homes seeking convenience, automation, and ambient intelligence.
Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) keeps its same 5.5-inch curved screen, but the new infinity cover glass improves responsiveness and creates a more engrossing design.
The product also has an enhanced 1.7-inch rear speaker that provides double the bass and improved vocals, a welcome touch for users streaming media or listening to music. It supports several entertainment systems, from Prime Video to Spotify, making the bright display a small media station.
With backing for Amazon’s AZ2 Neural Edge processor, the device processes voice commands more smoothly, and the new microphone array gets Alexa to listen to you even from the other side of the room.
The ‘Drop In’ option enables users to see live feeds from supported smart cameras or video doorbells and thus serves as a valuable tool for simple home monitoring. It is also a bright light, fan, and plug control center, with touch and voice capabilities for simple automation.
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Amazon appears to be listening to privacy issues. The Echo Show 5 now features several privacy protections, a camera shutter built into the device, a mute mic button, and complete access to voice recordings through the Alexa app.
These features allow users to listen to, delete, or control their data at any time. These features are designed to bring smart home technology within the reach of privacy-minded customers.
If you want a small, bright display that can serve up entertainment, allow you to control home devices, enable you to make video calls, and even watch your front door, while still keeping a privacy-first mindset, the Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is a strong contender.
With improved audio, intelligent internals, and considerate user features, it's a complete smart home assistant worth the price. Priced at Rs. 10,999, it finds a sweet spot for Indian buyers who need more capability from their smart speaker without venturing into the deep end of expensive home automation.
