Echo Dot (5th generation, 2022 release) | Big vibrant sound Wi-Fi and Bluetooth smart speaker with Alexa | Charcoal

Product Information

If you’re on the fence about whether an Echo Dot is right for your home, here’s what you need to know. Yes, you can control the smart plug with Alexa, but you won't be able to talk to the plug to use any of Alexa's features or skills. Of course, you need to be close enough to your Echo Dot that it can pick up your voice---it works best when you're within 10 meters. If your Alexa enabled smart TV is connected to the same network, you can use Alexa as a voice remote. Particularly if you already have one or more Alexa-enabled devices in your abode but want to expand.

With the features and skills that we mentioned earlier, you'll see how valuable and fun Alexa can be.Alexa will scrape the web and gather reliable information to answer any questions that you might have. The main differences are from the design of the devices, which make certain Echos better than others for specific activities. If you’re looking to dip your toes into the smart home market, the Echo Dot is a great place to start.

These devices feature better audio internals, and can thus playback music with higher quality and louder volumes. If you have more than one device in your home, you can also use your Echo Dot as part of an intercom system. If you own other smart devices that support Alexa, you can set up and control them through your Echo Dot. However, a device that "Supports Alexa" or "Works with Alexa" won't share the same features and capabilities.If it detects the sound of breaking glass or a fire alarm, your Echo Dot will send you a mobile alert.