Amazon unveils four new Echo devices purpose built for Alexa+: Echo Dot Max, Echo Studio, Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11

Yesterday, Amazon officially introduced four new Echo devices, purpose-built for Alexa+. The all-new Echo Dot Max, Echo Studio, Echo Show 8, and Echo Show 11 deliver more processing power, memory, edge-based computing, and advanced sensing capabilities to enable Alexa+ to deliver an ambient AI experience.

Our new Echo Dot Max and redesigned Echo Studio, purpose-built for Alexa+, are available starting today. Both are incredible devices.

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Any customer who orders a new Echo device will get access to Alexa+ out of the box.

New Echo devices built for Alexa+

Echo Dot Max uses an AZ3 silicon chip that is said to power Amazon’s best microphone array yet, supporting free-flowing conversation with Alexa+ and improving Alexa’s ability to detect the wake-word by over 50%. Echo Studio, Echo Show 8, and Echo Show 11 include the AZ3 Pro chip that builds on the power of AZ3’s audio capabilities, adding support for state-of-the-art language models and vision transformers.

The devices also include the Omnisense custom sensor platform designed for ambient AI. It leverages a range of sensors and signals- the 13MP camera on new Echo show devices, audio, ultrasound, WiFi radar, accelerometer, and WiFi CSI.

Echo Dot Max

It features nearly 3x the bass compared to the Echo Dot (5th gen) that automatically adapts to your space. It is equipped with a sophisticated two-way speaker system with a high-excursion woofer optimized for deep bass and a custom tweeter for crisp high notes. The company has re-architected the sound system that eliminates the separate speaker module. The device is priced at $99.99.

Echo Studio

Echo Studio is 40% smaller than the original. It combines a powerful high-excursion woofer that delivers deep, immersive bass and three optimally placed full-range drivers to create immersive sound that fills the room. It supports spatial audio and Dolby Atmos. This smart speaker features a new modern spherical design and premium materials. The fabric has been knit in 3D to maintain the ultimate acoustic transparency. It is now available for $219.99.

It is revealed that soon users will be able to connect up to five Echo Studio or Echo Dot Max devices with compatible Fire TV sticks. With Alexa Home Theater, you just plug in your speakers and Alexa takes care of the rest.

Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11

The displays on the Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11 combine in-cell touch and negative liquid crystal design to deliver an amazing viewing experience. The picture quality is exceptional with improved clarity in both bright and dimly lit rooms. They feature a 13MP camera sensor. The company has maximized the viewable screen area, surfacing even more of the content that matters:

• Entertainment-The new media control center puts all your entertainment options at your fingertips.
• Alexa+ Home- The new smart home experience makes it easy to control all your connected devices at once, see event summaries from your Ring camera feeds, and more, all in one place. Each of these new devices also includes a built-in smart home hub with support for Zigbee, Matter, and Thread to control thousands of compatible smart home devices.
• Home organization- New color-coded calendars, while Alexa will also help organize your to-do lists by assigning tasks.
• Shopping essentials- The new Alexa+ shopping widget helps you keep track of your shopping activities. Alexa+ also helps is suggesting items based on your needs across Amazon’s vast catalog.
• Health & Wellness- Amazon is partnering with Oura to help you achieve your health and wellness goals. Alexa provides personalized recommendations for your health. More partners, like Withings and Wyze, will be added soon to expand the health metrics.

The new Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11 feature a new audio architecture, front-facing stereo speakers, a custom woofer, and full-range drivers strategically placed. The Echo Show 8 is priced at $179.99, and the Echo Show 11 is priced at $219.99.

Availability

Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio are now available for purchase, while Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11 will be available on November 12. All devices come with Alexa+ Early Access out of the box.

It is revealed that companies like Bose, Sonos, LG, Samsung, and BMW will be adding Alexa+ to their speakers, TVs, and in-car experiences too.