Amazon Echo Show 8 Details
See and do more with Alexa
Echo Show 8 connects to Alexa to give you rich stereo sound with vivid visuals on an 8” HD screen. See on-screen lyrics with Amazon Music. Set alarms and timers. Display your favourite photos. Check weather and traffic as you head out. Catch up on news highlights.
Entertainment for every part of your day
Catch up on today’s news and sports highlights. Watch TV programmes and films on Prime Video and Netflix. Listen to music from streaming services like Apple Music, Spotify and Deezer, and see song lyrics and album art with Amazon Music. (May require 3rd party subscriptions)
More ways to control your privacy
Alexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protection. For example, on Echo Show 8, you can turn off the mics and camera with the press of a button, or slide the built-in cover to easily close the camera. You also have control over your voice recordings. You can view, hear or delete them at any time.
Alexa can show you more
With an 8" HD screen and stereo sound, Alexa can help you manage your day at a glance.
Connect with video calling and messaging
Call friends and family who have the Alexa app or an Echo device with a screen. Make announcements to other devices in your home.
Be entertained
Ask Alexa to show you TV programmes, films or the news. 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.
Make it yours
Display your Amazon photo albums and customise your Home screen. Create morning routines to start your day.
Made to fit your life
Cook step-by-step recipes. Easily update to-do lists and calendars. Glance at weather and traffic on your way out.
Designed to protect your privacy
Electronically disconnect the microphones and camera with the press of a button. Slide the built-in cover to close the camera.
Simple to set up and use
1. Plug in the Echo Show 8
2. Connect to the internet using the Echo Show 8
3. Just ask Alexa for music, weather, news and more
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Amazon Echo Show 8 1st Gen Smart Speaker Specifications
Size 20 x 13.6 x 99 cm
Weight: 1.037 kg
Display 8" touch screen
Camera 1 MP camera with built-in cover
Wi-Fi 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. WiFi 6 (802.11ax) not supported.
Bluetooth connectivity Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Show 8 or from Echo Show 8 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 2” (52 mm) neodymium speakers with passive bass radiator.
System Requirements Echo Show 8 comes ready to connect to your Wi-Fi. The Alexa App is compatible with Fire OS, Android and iOS devices, and also accessible via your web browser. Certain skills and services are subject to change, may not be available in all areas and may require separate subscriptions.
Alexa app The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android and iOS devices.
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.
Processor MediaTek MT 8163
Accessibility features Alexa Captioning for subtitles, magnify the screen, toggle colour inversion and choose between colour correction options. You can also enable the VoiceView screen reader to navigate the screen and hear feedback about the items you select.
Privacy Features Wake word technology, streaming indicators, Microphone/Camera Off button, built-in camera cover, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings and more.
