If you’re looking to upgrade your smart home setup, check out the Echo Show 8 (newest model) and the Ring Battery Doorbell (newest model), both at their lowest price now. Together they allow users to see, communicate with, and monitor visitors from the Echo Show’s display using voice commands. The Echo Show automatically displays a live video feed from the Ring Doorbell when the doorbell is pressed. Users can also view motion-triggered alerts and access recorded doorbell footage on the Echo Show, but be aware that some features require a Ring subscription.
The Echo Show 8 features spatial audio and an 8-inch HD touchscreen for an immersive entertainment experience. It supports streaming from services like Prime Video, Netflix, and Fire TV Channels. The device features a 13 MP camera with auto-framing and noise reduction for clearer video calls and the Top Connections widget allows for one-tap video calls to friends and family.
The Echo Show 8 has a built-in smart home hub compatible with Zigbee, Matter, and Thread devices and users can control cameras, lights, and other compatible devices with their voice or via the display. The Echo Show 8 supports Routines which can be activated by motion and an Adaptive Content feature shows relevant information like calendars and reminders from a distance. The device features Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity options that can simplify the smart home setup by eliminating the need for a separate hub.
Together they are priced at just $149.98, offering a $100 discount from the list price of $249.98. It also includes early access to Alexa+, a new more useful version of the assistant. Alexa+ is available to Prime users for free and non-Prime members can get it for $19.99 per month after the early access period, or make do with the normal Alexa AI. If you’re bothered about the planet, you may be interested to hear that the Echo Show is made from 29% recycled materials, making it a more sustainable choice.
- Echo Show 8 in Charcoal or Glazier White: $99.99 (Amazon US) / MSRP $149.99
- Ring Doorbell (Battery): $49.99 (Amazon US) / MSRP $99.99
Amazon has also got great deals on other devices like the Echo Show 5 (39% off), Amazon Fire Stick 4K (50% off), Blink Outdoor 4 (61$ off), Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition 32GB (25% off), and more.
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