He amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1″ href=”https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0FsbC1OZXctcmVsZWFzZS1TbWFydC1zcGVha2VyLUNoYXJjb2FsL2RwL0IwOUI4VjFMWjM_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDgyOGE4YjMtNmI2Yi00ODQ0LTg0MmMtMzdlYjNlMGNiYjI2Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0FsbC1OZXctcmVsZWFzZS1TbWFydC1zcGVha2VyLUNoYXJjb2FsL2RwL0IwOUI4VjFMWjMiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAbp_fyy1dTKrImJgU4t_5oWEJaH5sqWfYXtKi99UYuUp&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FAll-New-release-Smart-speaker-Charcoal%2Fdp%2FB09B8V1LZ3″ class=”link rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link” rel=”nofollow noopener” target=”_blank” data-ylk=”slk:Echo Dot (5th gen);elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas”>Echo Dot (5th generation) is down to just $23 for October's Prime Day, beating the price we saw drop during amazon's sale event in July. It's part of a much larger (and very typical) sale on amazon devices for October's Big Deal Days, but you won't find it much cheaper than the Echo Dot (looking at you, amazon;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1″ href=”https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwOVpYSkRTTDU_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDgyOGE4YjMtNmI2Yi00ODQ0LTg0MmMtMzdlYjNlMGNiYjI2Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwOVpYSkRTTDUiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAao_1M-voXkAW627NWRwZpI31FO4WgZpUzB4o1co5_zw&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB09ZXJDSL5″ class=”link rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link” rel=”nofollow noopener” target=”_blank” data-ylk=”slk:Echo Pop;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:amazon;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas”>Echo Pop). This little smart speaker has improved audio that competes with more expensive rivals like the HomePod mini.
This Echo Dot model launched in 2022 with clearer voices, deeper bass, and a more vibrant overall sound than previous generations. Of course, it will pale in comparison to larger, much more expensive speakers, but good luck finding anything else of this quality for that asking price. It's Engadget's current pick for best smart speaker under $50.
The speaker supports direct streaming from Spotify, amazon Music, and Apple Music. It also works great for podcasts and you can use it as a Bluetooth speaker with unsupported apps. Alexa lets you control smart home accessories, get weather updates, and ask general questions. Outfitting your home with smart speakers can be expensive, but this asking price could allow you to place Alexa in any room for a modest initial investment.
The speaker has a nice round shape and minimalist style. It measures just 3.9 inches at its widest point and won't take up much space on a table or desk. It's available in charcoal, white, and blue, all on sale for the same price.
If you're transforming your home into a smart home, you can opt for a smart light package for the same price. For $23, you can get a amazon;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1″ href=”https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0VjaG8tVFAtTGluay1UYXBvLVNtYXJ0LUNvbG9yL2RwL0IwRDhKWTNKWUc_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDgyOGE4YjMtNmI2Yi00ODQ0LTg0MmMtMzdlYjNlMGNiYjI2Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0VjaG8tVFAtTGluay1UYXBvLVNtYXJ0LUNvbG9yL2RwL0IwRDhKWTNKWUciLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAZ09Stahx705OweCI1pCsR0tTxHHfcZoxZDFDOe0jd0I&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FEcho-TP-Link-Tapo-Smart-Color%2Fdp%2FB0D8JY3JYG” class=”link rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link” rel=”nofollow noopener” target=”_blank” data-ylk=”slk:TP-Link Tapo smart color bulb and the smart speaker;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:amazon;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas”>TP-Link Tapo Smart Color Bulb and Smart Speaker.
Although its audio is not in the same class as the Dot, theamazon;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1″ href=”https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0FtYXpvbi1FY2hvLUFsZXhhLWZpdHMtYW55d2hlcmUvZHAvQjA5WlhMUlJIWS8_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDgyOGE4YjMtNmI2Yi00ODQ0LTg0MmMtMzdlYjNlMGNiYjI2Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0FtYXpvbi1FY2hvLUFsZXhhLWZpdHMtYW55d2hlcmUvZHAvQjA5WlhMUlJIWS8iLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAVei1C4-8BNzYCaor5n3naFYvKbVdjYzjDfzBuMoSmVo&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FAmazon-Echo-Alexa-fits-anywhere%2Fdp%2FB09ZXLRRHY%2F” class=”link rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link” rel=”nofollow noopener” target=”_blank” data-ylk=”slk:Echo Pop for even cheaper;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:amazon;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas”> Echo Pop even cheaper. The equally cute smart speaker is on sale on Prime Day for $18. This might be a good option if you're equipping your home with Alexa devices, but there are some rooms where you won't be listening to music. Otherwise, the slightly more expensive Echo Dot will be the best option.
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