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Echo Show 5 (1st Gen, 2019 release) -- Smart display with Alexa – stay connected with video calling - Sandstone

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Echo Show 5
  • Alexa can show you more – Compact 5.5” smart display ready to help manage your day, entertain at a glance, and connect you to friends and family.
  • Made to fit your life – Cook along to step-by-step recipes. Easily update to-do lists and calendars. Choose the clock face that fits your style best and glance at weather and traffic on your way out.
  • Big entertainment – Ask Alexa to show you movie trailers, TV shows, movies, or the news. Or listen to radio stations, podcasts, and audiobooks.
  • Control your smart home – Voice control compatible devices or manage them on the easy-to-use display. Ask Alexa to show you security cameras, control lights, and adjust thermostats. Create morning routines to start your day.
  • Connect with video calling and messaging – Call friends and family who have the Alexa app, an Echo device with a screen, or Skype. Make announcements to other devices in your home.
  • Put your memories on display - Use Amazon Photos & Alexa for a picture-perfect pairing. You can turn your home screen into a digital frame, share your favorites with friends and family, and even take photos.
  • Designed to protect your privacy – Amazon is not in the business of selling your personal information to others. Built with multiple layers of privacy controls including a mic/camera off button and a built-in camera shutter.

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Screen 5.5" with 960 x 480 resolution 8.0" with 1280 x 800 resolution 10.1” with 1280 x 800 resolution 15.6" with 1920 x 1080 resolution
Release Year 2023 2023 2021 2021
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Speakers 1 x 1.7“ 2x2.0” neodymium stereo speakers with passive bass radiator 2 x 1.0” tweeters + 3.0” woofer 2 x 1.6“
Camera 2 MP 13 MP with auto-framing 13 MP with auto-framing 5 MP
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Microphone Arrays 3 4 4 6
Dimensions 5.8”W x 3.6”D x 3.2”H 7.9”W x 5.4”H x 3.9”D 9.9”W x 9”H x 6.7”D 15.5"W x 9.9"H x 1.4"D
Echo Show 5

Echo Show 5

Size

5.8” x 3.4” x 2.9” (148mm x 86mm x 73mm)

Weight

14.5 oz (410 grams) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process

Display

5.5” touchscreen

Camera

1MP camera with built-in shutter

WiFi connectivity

Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks.

Amazon Sidewalk

A shared network that can simplify Echo device setup and can help your device reconnect to your Wi-Fi router when you update your password or network name. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth to provide these services to you and your neighbors, and is enabled on your device unless you have previously disabled the setting. You can disable Sidewalk at anytime. Learn more here.

Bluetooth connectivity

Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Show 5 or from Echo Show 5 to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) for voice control of connected mobile devices. Hands-free voice control is not supported for Mac OS X devices. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported.

Audio

Full range 1.65” built-in speaker. 3.5 mm stereo audio output for use with external speakers (audio cable not included)

System Requirements

Echo Show 5 comes ready to connect to your WiFi. The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Supported operating systems. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees.

Setup technology

Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their Wi-Fi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about Wi-Fi simple setup.

Processor

MediaTek MT 8163

Accessibility features

On Echo devices with screens, you can enable Alexa captioning and closed captioning, magnify the screen, toggle color inversion, and choose between color correction options. You can also enable the VoiceView screen reader to use gestures to navigate the screen and hear spoken feedback about the items you select. Learn more about Echo with a screen accessibility and Alexa accessibility.

Warranty and Service

1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Echo Show 5 is subject to these terms.

Included in the Box

Echo Show 5, power adapter (15W)/cable (4.9 ft.) and quick start guide.

Privacy Features

Wake word technology, streaming indicators, microphone/camera off button, built-in camera shutter, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy.

Language

Alexa speaks English and Spanish

Recommended device footprint

Echo Show 5 device is 5.8”W x 2.9”D. Recommended footprint: 6”W x 4”D.

Software Security Updates

This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device.

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Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
93,042 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, sound quality, ease of use, appearance and usefulness of the digital bundle. For example, they mention that it works well, has rich speakers and that the camera shutter is a simple yet essential security feature. They appreciate the beautiful screen and display, and the customizable background. Customers also mention that the product is very useful in many applications.

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3,048 customers mention2,361 positive687 negative

Customers like the performance of the digital bundle. They say it works well when in a good mood, has a sharper image, and some simpler functions work great. It works great for an alarm clock, works fine with Pandora, and displays their controls when asked. It's a really useful device that's perfectly adequate for both viewing and listening. Customers also mention that it works great to view live video feed and plays video very well.

"...and her answers are clear; very low error/misinterpretation rate...." Read more

"...I can stream music as well and operate all my alexa enabled devices as well...." Read more

"...Sharper image.Screen layout: Show works better. Content has a little more space so appears less crowded.Speakers/sound: Show wins...." Read more

"...But honestly, the Alexa app could be more user friendly. It needs an overhaul in optics...." Read more

2,520 customers mention1,772 positive748 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the digital bundle. For example, they say the speakers are rich, and the sound is pretty good. Some mention that the Echo Dot is louder, but Alexa's voice is soothing and easy to hear. That said, most are happy with the media player's sound quality.

"...able to provide good images of recipes, weather, news, etc.. Audio is pretty good for a device this size...good music play back even though it..." Read more

"...display of any alexa questions like what's the weather. The sound isn't bad for a small device. Display dims in the dark Ability..." Read more

"...up 'Routines' to change all volumes to zero, but there's still a faint sound...." Read more

"...Speakers go around the sides and back and provide a pretty good sound. (Of course loses to a "real" speaker, like my Bose SoundLink.)..." Read more

2,101 customers mention1,734 positive367 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the digital bundle. For example, they mention the setup is normally pretty easy, the pre-link definitely made the process go faster, and the device is simple yet useful. They appreciate the new camera shutter, which is a simple but essential security feature for use in bedrooms. They also mention that there are pre-made routines available and that the interface is nice. The visual aspect adds a new layer of convenience to interactions with Alexa, so no manual typing is needed.

"...It is stationed in my kitchen and was extremely easy to setup and connect to my home wireless network...." Read more

"...Shows feeds from both my blink and wyse cameras. Can customize to allow just clock to display. Nice visual display of any alexa..." Read more

"...As with all my dots, spots, etc, it was a piece of cake to set up, connect to the network and start being the standard voice assistant...." Read more

"...news is there is a microphone to listen to your search so no manual typing is needed, unless that's your preference...." Read more

1,105 customers mention1,098 positive7 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the digital bundle. They mention that it has a beautiful screen and display, with a detailed brilliant colorful display. The customizable background and clock set a nice ambiance. The Spot is cute, but because of its shape it sometimes tips when you touch it. The touch screen is user-friendly and decent looking, and it's a breeze to set up.

"...Can customize to allow just clock to display. Nice visual display of any alexa questions like what's the weather. The sound isn't bad..." Read more

"...Stability: Show wins this one. The Spot is cute, but because of its shape it sometimes tips when you push it with one hand into a different location..." Read more

"...richer sound, the Show by itself is considerably more crisp and rich than a stock car stereo...." Read more

"...The cool factor is definitely here. I wish I had purchased a few more during Prime Days...." Read more

1,092 customers mention1,066 positive26 negative

Customers find the digital bundle very useful in many applications, with cool functions and smart features. They say it's a handy device that has numerous uses. Customers are also impressed with the features, saying it'll set a nice ambiance and serves a purpose.

"...As I expected, it is a handy device. It is stationed in my kitchen and was extremely easy to setup and connect to my home wireless network...." Read more

"...This 'fancy' clock does have a lot of cool functions via the Alexa App (basically a remote control for all the Amazon clocks), BUT the one thing I..." Read more

"...Its stylish appearance blends well with various aesthetics, adding both functionality and a touch of modernity to my living space.**3...." Read more

"...We ended up putting it in our kitchen since it is useful as a cooking aid for timers, recipes, watching movies, and checking on the status of the..." Read more

1,043 customers mention765 positive278 negative

Customers like the portability of the digital bundle. They say it's much smaller than expected, and compact. They also say it fits the bill perfectly as a bedside alarm clock. Customers are pleased with the size and performance of the product. They mention that the screen is big enough for video chatting, but watching a movie on it would be like watching.

"...Hardware feels solid and weighty (I expect the weight is to improve audio.)..." Read more

"...Sharper image.Screen layout: Show works better. Content has a little more space so appears less crowded.Speakers/sound: Show wins...." Read more

"...Minus - Too much screen display upon setup, from hints to news, but you can turn this off...." Read more

"...to catching up on news briefings, it has become a versatile and compact companion for my morning routine.**Cons:****1...." Read more

952 customers mention779 positive173 negative

Customers like the quality of the digital bundle. They mention that the speakers are great quality, the screen has good treble and surprising bass tones, and the device feels high quality. Some say that the speaker is solid.

"...The hardware build appears to be of good quality; audio quality is good; video quality is good. Give it a try. It can be fun and useful." Read more

"...I loved (and still love) it. It was (mostly) perfect: high quality build, alarm face to fit my personal taste and decor, voice controlled..." Read more

"...Dot devices we own, the audio is decent for a smaller room, with good treble and surprising "bass" tones...." Read more

"Good product with quality, appearance, and as described. Would buy again." Read more

852 customers mention690 positive162 negative

Customers like the value of the digital bundle. They mention it's more than worth the price, a fabulous deal, and offers more quality and value for your money than the Echo Spot. Some say the screen is decently sized for the price and the touch screen works OK. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"I purchased this on Prime Day at a very good price. Less than I paid for a clock radio many years ago...." Read more

"...For $89.99, this clock / device is well worth the price just for what it does, even if certain features were permanent (WHICH THEY ARE NOT)...." Read more

"...we can show each other how to make something...Definitely worth the price when discounted...." Read more

"...The screen is decently sized for the price and the touch screen works OK...." Read more

Reminder Function is Parent MUST HAVE for Virtual Learning Kids at home!
5 Stars
Reminder Function is Parent MUST HAVE for Virtual Learning Kids at home!
Pictures show iPhone 11 Pro next to the Echo Show 5.BOTTOM LINE:Programmable talking alarm is a MUST HAVE to parents with VIRTUAL LEARNING Kids at home. This smart clock can be programmed to SAY ANYTHING you want at the precise time and day you select and repeat if desired. Imagine cloning yourself as a parent to Voice Guide your kids virtual learning at home so that you can focus on your own adult work. When class is starting, when lunch break starts, when it's time to clean up, when it's time to do homework, when it's time to get ready for Martial Arts or Dance class...etc. It's got some kinks, but still absolutely worth it if virtual learning is causing you undue stress!EXPLANATION:When the pandemic hit and my grade school kids were relegated to home virtual learning I was in a panic to adapt. My three kids all had different class schedules which made it more challenging. I started out using the alarm function on my phone which just beeped every time one of the kid's classes started. But, that meant I still had to look at the three different schedules to figure who's class was happening at that time then what corresponding materials/workbook was needed. After a couple of months of doing that I started to break down, because I couldn't get any of my own work done. There's got to be a better way, right? In comes Amazon's Echo Show 5 with Alexa.I've read some reviews saying it was a fancy clock. OK, but it can talk right? And I can make it say WHATEVER I want WHENEVER I want. Ding ding ding! Yes, please. I started out with buying one, and that was SO HELPFUL, I ended up buying five of them. One for each relevant room in our house. This 'fancy' clock does have a lot of cool functions via the Alexa App (basically a remote control for all the Amazon clocks), BUT the one thing I need it to do more than anything else right now is to be my SECOND VOICE. You can use the Amazon Alexa app to program 'Reminders' which is essentially a talking alarm.For instance, I set the clock to say at 7:30 am "Good morning, it's now 7:30 and time to wake up. Please change your clothes and brush your teeth."Then at 7:35 am - "Please get up and get going now, or you'll be late for class."Then at 7:40 am - "Get your butt out of bed now! Yes, you still have to brush your teeth even if you get up late! Let's go!"Ha, I have the clock next to my husband say something similar to get him to work on time :PThe point is, using the clock's 'Reminder' function you can have it say ANYTHING at the time you designate and have it repeat every day of the week, or only on certain days, monthly, annually or only say it only once. So not only do these clocks TELL my kids to wake up, but I have the clocks tell them when their next class is, what materials to take out for that class, when their lunch break is, when their snack break is, when to do their homework, to remind them to charge their ipads and computer, and when to clean up after themselves. After school hours, I have the clocks telling them when to start getting ready for their martial arts class, dance class...etc.These 'fancy' clocks and Amazon Alexa brought a structured routine to our otherwise chaotic Virtual Learning plight. Even if I just have one virtual learning child, this would still be a necessary purchase for us. Yes, the clock has other functions that I have been learning about and starting to use as well, but the 'Reminder' function is the one I use the most.12-21-2020 UPDATE:I'm now using Alex 'Reminder' to potty train my toddler.I setup 'Reminders' every 30 minutes for Alexa to say "It's time to go potty. Let's go! Don't forget to wipe, flush, and wash your hands!"SUGGESTIONS FOR IMPROVEMENTS:There are some kinks; Alexa doesn't always work perfectly with every command. I would still buy it, but the following improvements would be very helpful and keep me coming back for the latest and greatest version from Amazon.1. The 'Reminder' function needs to have some sort of PAUSE button like the 'enabled' button under the 'Routine' function. Because I've set up multiple Reminders on Alexa throughout the Virtual Learning School day and for these Reminders to repeat weekly during weekdays, I need to be able to disable them temporarily during the holidays when there isn't school. Under the Reminder function, if you swipe left it deletes that particular reminder. If you swipe right, it says that particular task is completed; so I tried swiping right to see if it only pauses that reminder for that day. But, nope. Despite a reminder that is setup to repeat every Monday, swiping right actually gets rid of it as if I deleted it! That's kind of silly, then what's the point of swiping left to delete it when swiping right does the same thing?!I've tried a few work-arounds to "pause" the reminder including setting up 'Routines' to change all volumes to zero, but there's still a faint sound. Honestly the most effective way is to just unplug the clock altogether until after the holidays. Once you plug it back in, all the reminders I previously set are still there. I'd rather not have to unplug it, because there are some reminders that are relevant to our daily lives that I would still like Alexa to announce even during the holidays. Please fix this!2. The 'Reminder' function doesn't allow you to set it for every 30 minutes, only every hour, so I had to do a work-around and setup two separate 'Reminders' - one every hour e.g., 1:00, 2:00, 3:00...etc., and one at the 30 min mark e.g., 1:30, 2:30, 3:30...etc. For potty-training my kid, I need it to run every 30 minutes. Amazon, please fix this to allow 30 minute increments. Thanks!Updated 2/8/20213. I see that you can use the 'Routine' function to essentially do the same thing as the 'Reminder' function, but when I use the 'Routine' function to have Alexa say things at designated times, there's THREE obvious issues; first, the 'Routines' aren't automatically organized in order of the time that its set to go off like the 'Reminder' function. That should at least be an option under the "sort" drop down menu. Second, I like that I can choose to get 'Reminder' notices to briefly popup on my phone for times when I'm in my office working and can't hear Alexa in the other room announcing something to my kids. I have assurance that 'Reminder' was said and allows me to passively stay on top of my kid's day. But, with the 'Routine' function, getting notices on my phone isn't even an option; why not? Third, the 'Routine' function only allows for one to set repeats of "every day," "weekdays," or "weekends." So if I want to set a 'Routine' for Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, I have to program three separate 'Routines'! Whereas the 'Reminder' function allows for this and more customizations such as annual repeats like Birthdays.Bottom line: the 'Routine' function allows for more optionalities than the 'Reminder' function, yet is missing some of the customization allowance that makes sense for it to have. For a better user experience and simplicity, the 'Reminder' function should be a subcategory under the 'Routine' function.4. I like the concept of the Alexa app as a remote control for all the allowed Amazon devices in my house. But honestly, the Alexa app could be more user friendly. It needs an overhaul in optics. I'm loyal to my iPhone because of it's ease of use and intuitive interface. I prefer and am starting to expect my smart devices to all have this same quality. I could detail and even digitally draw a suggested schematic for an improved interface, but that would make this review way too long.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Echo Dot With A Screen?
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2019
Yeah, it's basically an Echo Dot with a screen. Able to get both visual and audio feedback.

All features can to utilized if you own a phone/tablet with clock app, and another echo device. But may not be as compact or have a portable form factor. Also the Echo Show 5 is somewhat more convenient depending on what you plan do with it.

The 5 in the name is not the the iteration rather a 5.5 inch screen size. Similar to non XL phones. Naming is probably in line with Amazon's Kindle Fire line of devices. In fact if you put a phone next to it, it may be around the same size (probably without the large bezels). Review photos, show it next to an iphone XR

First impression: Looks like an alarm clock. Has an always on display. Does not have a static clock display as it cycles through random trending news, weather and alexa voice suggestions along with the time and date. Your next alarm/timer countdown shows up on the upper right of the screen which is a very nice feature. No need to go into Alexa app or ask Alexa when's the next alarm if you forgot.

You can set a background screen saver of pictures through your Amazon Photo profile if you don't like the default backgrounds or want to use it as a digital photo frame

When using the activation word Alexa; it doesn't have the nice circular lights as the other echo devices, instead just a horizontal line on bottom of the screen. Would be cool if there's LEDs around the entire edge of device when you say the key word.

2 mics vs 4 on Echo Dot 3rd gen. But has 1 more than most older echo devices.

Doesn't have a physical Alexa button like the echo dot, so must use voice activation word; unless you link it to an Amazon remote.

Screen doesn't show text of what you say. Example: Google assistant on your phone will show you what it predict you're saying if you use microphone/voice feature. Will show you various slides relevant to what you ask it. Example: when you ask for movie show times it's easier to view a list on screen then having Alexa reading out audibly on an echo dot the entire list of show times

Device has a physical privacy shutter on camera. Camera is not really impressive at 1 mega pixel. It's not HD, but the person on the other side can recognize you (unless their vision is really bad)

Able to watch video on Amazon Prime, similar experience to watching on phone with lower resolution. Can watch youtube, but through silk internet browser. Probably never use it unless absolutely necessary like the 3DS or Wii U Nintendo systems if you own them.

Music. Able to view highlighted lyrics as song is playing if you're steaming music from Amazon Music. Karaoke style. Not able to do this with spotify music though.

Sunrise alarm feature. 15mins before your alarm, the screen will gradually turn brighter mimicking a sun rise. only works if you set your alarm between 4am and 9am and with auto brightness on (on by default) as it'll gradually increase to max brightness. Amazon probably only made it work between these times since your room may still be dark; as in a lighter setting the gradual light brightness may not have any effect. At night the screen will auto adjust to a black ground with orange text.

Tap top of the device with palm and/or fingers to snooze alarm. Cannot customize snooze times. Always set to 10mins

No battery. If power and/or internet goes out; alarm won't sound off similar to other echo devices. Unless you have backup power in your home or hook it up to a backup generator/battery.

Micro USB port on back is not for power. Micro usb port possibly for firmware updates without internet connection.

Power is supplied through a proprietary cable like most other echo devices. Wall outlet is huge and can take up an extra plug space especially if you use a power strip

Compared to Echo Show, it has a smaller screen/lower resolution and the audio is not as good. No Dolby audio. able to connect a speaker to it via 3.5mm cable. It may distort at higher volume. Has good bass, able to feel the vibrations on the table. Speakers are on back, so won't fill the room as much as the Echo Dot which has a 360 speaker. Fabric on speaker similar to echo dot and Google Home Mini

Able to link the ring door bell. only able to view live video. cannot view motions or rings. Takes about 5secs to load when viewing.

vs nest hub. depends on what echo system your household is using Google or Amazon

If you have a old phone/tablet laying around (use always on alarm app) and an echo dot, you can just put them close together to essentially do the same thing with some workarounds. If you don't want to jump through a lot of hoops, you can just pay for convenience
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