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The Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) next to the Echo Show 8 (4th Gen) on a desk
I tested Amazon’s new Echo Show 8 with Alexa+ — here’s how it stacks up to its predecessor

By Anthony Spadafora Last updated

The Echo Show 8 (4th Gen) features a full redesign with Alexa+ early access but you can't go wrong with its more affordable predecessor either.

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The Ring Mailbox Sensor's antenna installed on the back of a mailbox
I added this $29 smart sensor to my mailbox and it's one of my favorite home upgrades ever

By Anthony Spadafora Published

This $29 smart mailbox sensor saves you the dread and hassle of pointless trips to your mailbox by letting you know the moment your mail is actually delivered.

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Amazon Echo Show
Obnoxious full-screen ads are making the Amazon Echo Show useless — here's how to fix it

By Alyse Stanley Published

Amazon Echo Show owners report their smart displays being bombarded with ads. Here are two workarounds to get rid of those annoying ads.

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An Echo Show 10 with the Alexa Plus logo displayed on screen
Amazon is giving away free Alexa+ early access — here's how to sign up

By Kaycee Hill Published

Learn how to access Amazon's Alexa+ before the official launch.

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Amazon Echo Dot and Google Nest Mini
I had a Google Nest Mini and an Amazon Echo 3rd Gen while I was at college - and this smart speaker is the clear winner for your dorm

By Ashley Thieme Published

I used a Google Nest Mini and an Echo Dot while at college, and I know which one I would buy again.

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An Echo Show 10 with the Alexa Plus logo displayed on screen
You can get Alexa+ early — here’s how to sign up

By Alyse Stanley Published

You’ll need an Echo Show 8, 10, 15 or 21 to test out Alexa Plus during Early Access.

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Amazon Alexa Plus devices, including laptops, Echo Show, Echo Earbuds and Echo Frames
Alexa+ devices — here's the gadgets that will (and won't) work

By Anthony Spadafora Last updated

Amazon has unveiled Alexa Plus and while it’s rolling out to Echo Show smart displays first, most Echo smart speakers will also be supported.

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Amazon Alexa Plus event — all the big announcements and new AI features

By Mike Prospero Last updated

Amazon February Devices Event — all the news as it happens

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An Echo Show 10 with the Alexa Plus logo displayed on screen
Alexa Plus just gave your smart home a major upgrade — here's all the new features

By Anthony Spadafora Published

Amazon has unveiled Alexa Plus and you’ll be able to interact with your smart home in cool new ways right from a compatible Echo Show smart display.

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Amazon Alexa and devices February 26 event: here’s what to expect

By Mike Prospero Last updated

Amazon is holding its first Devices event since September 2023; here's what we expect to see.

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