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I strictly wanted this device for home automation. In Canada Amazon isn't selling it yet - but I knew I could use many of the features anyways. Once I received my "new" "unopened" Amazon Echo (which was opened, used and configured for somewhere in the states) It was easy to reset and get down to business. Alexa takes all of my systems (which are interconnected with a popular home automation hub) and makes them available by voice command. The reliability of the 7 microphones is astonishing (compared to other voice systems I have used over the years). Alexa makes mistakes - but you can just say her name in the middle of a command and she will halt what she is doing to listen to your new command. The only time I have had issues is during a party when over a dozen other people were talking at the same time. Alexa (can now be renamed to Echo, Computer or Alexa). This becomes very natural in short order. She has become part of the family and provides no end of entertainment for my 2yr old and 6yr old. She answers many trivia questions, calculator functions, weather, sports, news, music and much more. I hope this type of product stays popular for years to come - as I don't know how I could live without her at this point. For security reasons Alexa will NOT interface with your door locks. I wish the option to lock (but not unlock) could be added. This would be my only complaint so far. Combined with my Harmony Smart hub, Smartthings Hub and many z-wave lights and switches, having a voice remote just makes sense. Even the Ecobee3 pays attention to Alexa. Alexa is also a bluetooth gateway. I have a second Echo in the bedroom - hooked up to a Bose speaker system. Not only can she play through the speakers using Echo bluetooth - but you can easily have her play a gentle thunderstorm or Ocean waves in the background. You can even ask Alexa to sing you a song - and appreciates good manners. With the right skill sets - the kids enjoy that she can fart and belch too! I could go on - but you should just get one and enjoy the fun. PS... I have a VERY stable and VERY quick internet connection. Alexa requires this to work smoothly. She will work with slower and less stable networks, but it won't be quite as much fun (if your demanding of your electronics like I am). Read full review
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I specifically ordered a white echo dot and received a black one 5+ days after the estimated arrival.
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Alexa is a great assistant. The second gen Echo Dot isn't as fast as the third gen model, but it works fine. Also, the sound from the speakers isn't as loud and full as the third gen. Overall, having Alexa in something this small and always on to listen for your questions is great. The price is right and the functionality is really nice. Having it able to connect to smart home products is another huge plus, and with the Alexa app, it's easy to keep all the smart home products managed in groups for rooms.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I love these gadgets! This was the 2nd Echo Dot that I purchased, and I am even considering getting another. I am amazed at how it can understand my voice, even from across the room. I can command it to tell me all kinds of facts, encyclopedia articles, music, books, stories, audio streams, interactive games, and so much more. The audio quality is good, even for such a small device, and it can be connected via Bluetooth to other audio output devices. Setup is easy with a tablet that has WiFi Internet and Bluetooth. You don't need an Amazon Prime account to use it, but it sure helps, especially when you request certain content through Amazon. And the Amazon Alexa app for voice command recognition is getting smarter every day. Basically, anything on the Internet that can be audio based is yours for the asking!Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Received the unit in 2 days. When it arrived, I spent about 15 minutes setting it up and getting acquainted with features. Has been working flawlessly since. It is a joy to be able to ask any question that comes up and get an authoritative answer or just request a song or audio book with a simple "Alexa, play rolling stones" or "Alexa, read my audiobook". The unit is small and inconspicuous so it is not difficult to find a place to put it that is convenient for use. This is a real time saver and a real quality entertainment item!
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