Editor's note: This comparison originally focused on the 2021 models of the Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8. New models (with only modest changes) were released in 2023, so the older versions are no ...

The 5.5-inch screen displays camera feeds and smart home controls at a glance.

The Alexa voice assistant is a fantastic digital companion that can do everything from smart home controls to music, movie, and TV show streaming. And when it comes to the latter, one of the best ...

John began covering smart home devices in 2013 after earning his Journalism degree. As a product review specialist, he focuses on a practical approach to testing and writing that's easy to understand.

This handy gizmo has a 5.5-inch screen, a powerful 1.7-inch speaker and a 2MP camera for video calls. If you're not comfortable with having a camera in your home, flip a switch to cover it. This is ...

Amazon's Echo Show 5 is a staple in its smart home lineup. A smart assistant with a screen, and available for under $100, you can't really go wrong. And as of April 15, there's a heavy discount on ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Some people find the current state of smart home tech way too overwhelming to bother with. Then, at the other end of the spectrum, we have ...

It’s small but it packs a punch in functionality ...