Echo Show 8 (1st Gen, 2019 release) -- HD smart display with Alexa – Unlimited Cloud Photo Storage – Digital Photo Display - Charcoal

4.7 out of 5 stars 265,824
Loading Images...
Double-tap to zoom
Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.
Configuration: Device only
Color: Charcoal
Charcoal
Updated other options based on this selection
Currently unavailable.
We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.
Press and hold to save to specific list
Added
Recommended with your device
1,453
$17.99
FREE Shipping
Get free shipping
Free shipping within the U.S. when you order $35 of eligible items shipped by Amazon.
Or get faster shipping on this item starting at $5.99. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.)
Learn more about free shipping
on orders over $35 shipped by Amazon.
Added
! Failed To Add
122
$5.99 List Price: $14.99
FREE Shipping
Get free shipping
Free shipping within the U.S. when you order $35 of eligible items shipped by Amazon.
Or get faster shipping on this item starting at $5.99. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.)
Learn more about free shipping
on orders over $35 shipped by Amazon.
Added
! Failed To Add
49,259
$29.99
FREE Shipping
Get free shipping
Free shipping within the U.S. when you order $35 of eligible items shipped by Amazon.
Or get faster shipping on this item starting at $7.39. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.)
Learn more about free shipping
on orders over $35 shipped by Amazon.
Added
! Failed To Add
Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.
Nodpod
Weighted sleep essentials.

Smart home devices for you

Explore best-selling devices that work with Alexa
Something went wrong, please try again
No results available. Please adjust the filters and try again.

  1. "Alexa, turn on the lights."

    Control the lights with your voice.

Customers also bought these items from Amazon Devices

  2. Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) Adjustable Stand with USB-C Charging Port | Charcoal
    Climate Pledge Friendly Climate Pledge Friendly 
     Climate Pledge Friendly
    Products with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more

    PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)

    Recycled Content Certification for Electrical and Electronic Equipment

    Recycled Content Certification for Electrical and Electronic Equipment products have at least 10-50% recycled content, based on product type and environmental impact.

See and do more with Alexa

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 favorite photos. Check weather and traffic as you head out. Catch up on news highlights and movie trailers.

Connect with your favorite people

Connect with your favorite people

Make hands-free video calls to the Alexa app or another Echo with a screen. Use Group Calling, Zoom, and Amazon Chime to connect with multiple people at once. At home, send voice messages to other supported Echo devices using Announcements or use Drop In as an intercom between rooms.

Entertainment for every part of your day
Entertainment for every part of your day

Entertainment for
every part of your day

Catch up on today’s news and sports highlights. Watch TV shows, movies, music videos, or movie trailers from Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, NBC, and more. Listen to music from streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify and see song lyrics and album art with Amazon Music.

More ways to control your privacy

More ways to control your privacy

Alexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protection. From the mic/camera off button and built-in shutter to the ability to delete your voice recordings, you have transparency and control over your Alexa experience. Learn more here about how Alexa and Echo devices work.

Voice control your smart home

Voice control your
smart home

Manage compatible smart home devices on the simple interactive display or use your voice. You can control lights and switches, set thermostats, or view security cameras.

Alexa is happy to help

Alexa is happy to help

Make your life easier at home. Use your voice to set timers, add items to lists, and create calendar events and reminders. Find, save and cook along to step-by-step recipes from Food Network Kitchen, Tasty, Allrecipes and more. You can also check the news, weather, or traffic. Ask for sports scores, movie showtimes, restaurant hours, or information.

Put your photos on (smart) display

Put your photos on (smart) display

You can use Amazon Photos or photos from Facebook to turn your home screen into a digital frame that showcases your favorite photos. And with the built-in camera, you can easily add to your photo album by saying, “Alexa, take a selfie.” Plus, Prime members get unlimited photo storage.

Alexa has skills

Alexa has skills

With tens of thousands of skills and counting, Alexa is always getting smarter. Skills are like apps and help you do more, like play relaxing sounds or test your music knowledge. Just say, “Alexa, what are your top skills?”

Alexa for kids

Alexa for kids and family

Alexa can help kids learn and grow—while having fun along the way. And with free parental controls from Amazon Kids, Alexa will automatically give kid-friendly responses, filter explicit songs and block shopping. Children’s privacy is important to us. Discover how kids can use Alexa, watch helpful how-to videos, get answers to FAQs, and more.

Haven’t tried Amazon Kids+? Click here to start your 1-month free trial. Amazon Kids+ is an all-in-one subscription that unlocks thousands of hours of kid-friendly videos, interactive games, educational skills, and Audible books starting at $4.99/month.

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Description

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 favorite photos.

Features & details

Features

  • Alexa can show you more - With an 8" HD screen and stereo sound, Alexa can help 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 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.
  • Made to fit your life - Get daily recipes and cook along hands-free with step-by-step instructions. Easily update to-do lists and calendars. Glance at weather and traffic on your way out.
  • 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. Plus, Prime members get unlimited photo storage.
  • 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.

Product information

    Additional Information

Technical details

Echo Show 8

Size

7.9”x 5.4”x 3.9” (200mm x 135mm x 99mm)

Weight

36.6 oz (1037 grams) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process.

Display

8.0” touch screen

Camera

1MP camera with built-in shutter

See full technical details

Technical details

Echo Show 8

Echo Show 8

Size

7.9”x 5.4”x 3.9” (200mm x 135mm x 99mm)

Weight

36.6 oz (1037 grams) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process.

Display

8.0” touch screen

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 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

2.0” (52 mm) neodymium speakers with passive bass radiator

System Requirements

Echo Show 8 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 8 is subject to these terms.

Included in the Box

Echo Show 8, power adapter (30W)/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 8 device is 7.9”W x 3.9”D. Recommended footprint: 8”W x 5”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.

Compare Echo Show devices

Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)
From: $89.99
Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
From: $149.99
Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)
From: $249.99
Echo Show 15
From: -
Ratings Alexa built in Fire TV built in Screen Release Year Motion Speakers Camera Visual ID personalization Built-in Zigbee smart home hub Wall mountable Microphone Arrays Dimensions
Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)
4.5 out of 5 stars (32,302)
check mark
5.5" with 960 x 480 resolution
2023
1 x 1.7“
2 MP
3
5.8”W x 3.6”D x 3.2”H
Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
4.6 out of 5 stars (8,116)
check mark
8.0" with 1280 x 800 resolution
2023
2x2.0” neodymium stereo speakers with passive bass radiator
13 MP with auto-framing
check mark
4
7.9”W x 5.4”H x 3.9”D
Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)
4.5 out of 5 stars (49,871)
check mark
10.1” with 1280 x 800 resolution
2021
check mark
2 x 1.0” tweeters + 3.0” woofer
13 MP with auto-framing
check mark
check mark
4
9.9”W x 9”H x 6.7”D
Echo Show 15
4.5 out of 5 stars (17,887)
check mark
check mark
15.6" with 1920 x 1080 resolution
2021
2 x 1.6“
5 MP
check mark
check mark
6
15.5"W x 9.9"H x 1.4"D

Top Brand: Amazon

Highly Rated
100K+ customers rate items from this brand highly
Trending
100K+ orders for this brand in past 3 months
Low Returns
Customers usually keep items from this brand

Looking for specific info?

Sorry, we were unable to perform your search at this time.

There was a problem completing your request. Please try again later.

Don't see the answer you're looking for?

Your question might be answered by sellers, manufacturers, or customers who bought this product.

Please make sure that you are posting in the form of a question.

Please enter a question.

Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5
265,824 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, sound quality, ease of use, screen size and image quality of the digital device. For example, they mention that it does really well, the sound is almost perfect, it hears me just fine and that the setup was way faster than the dots. They appreciate the decent size screen that fills a small to medium sized room. That said, some complain about the distortions.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

Select to learn more
QualitySound qualityEase of useImage qualityScreen sizeAppearanceMusicConnectivity
QualitySound qualityEase of useImage qualityScreen sizeAppearanceMusicConnectivity
10,300Customers mention
9,081Positive
1,219Negative

Customers like the quality of the digital device. They say it's an excellent device, works just fine, and has useful functionality. Some mention that the smart home control works well, and works perfectly with smart devices and apps. Some say that the sound quality is good, and the loading time is a bit long.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

"...Great compatibility with phones, smart plugs, Works perfectly with smart devices and appsBetter than FaceTime for video calls..." Read more

"...hotspot 3g with absolutely no problem getting high def the call quality was pretty decent I did not notice any lag or video degradation while on a..." Read more

"...It worked well, and the picture looked good. I just had to sign into Hulu on the Amazon Alexa app...." Read more

"This was just a very easy one to use and it was more reliable than say number three...." Read more

7,214Customers mention
6,211Positive
1,003Negative

Customers like the sound quality of the digital device. They say it has great sound, it hears them just fine, and has better volume than the dot. They also say the video and sound quality are surprisingly good. Customers use the speaker for podcasts, music, audio books, news, recipes, photos, movies, and more. They mention it's quiet and unobtrusive.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

"...There are multiple clock faces to choose from, sounds for alerts and you can pick a background or use your photos from Amazon’s photo app...." Read more

"...In addition, although the sound is truly phenomenal I would really like to see more control of specific sounds by use of a seven band equalizer..." Read more

"...They're not top of the line, but they sound great, not at all tinny...." Read more

"...After tweaking the sound settings, Alexa does not sound hollow and music is full and fills a small to medium sized room...." Read more

5,040Customers mention
3,848Positive
1,192Negative

Customers find the Echo Show 8 easy to use. They mention that the setup has been made simpler than in other Amazon devices, it's easy to recommend, and it has many defined uses. They say the setup was faster than the dots and that it'll make calls and check your calendar. Some say the integration with other devices was easyish but cumbersome and felt clumsy. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of use.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

"...I also was new to that app and Alexa. Both were super easy to use! My pictures synced faster than any other photo cloud storing app hands down...." Read more

"...First negative even though set up is flawless and this appears to be nothing more than a tablet attached to some really high quality speakers and..." Read more

"This was just a very easy one to use and it was more reliable than say number three...." Read more

"...Using personalized photos is a little clunky because you are forced to create an album using only Amazon photos instead of just uploading what's..." Read more

2,245Customers mention
2,199Positive
46Negative

Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the digital device. They mention that it has a nice clear picture when viewing through the Ring doorbell, and the screen is great. The video is clear, and it's easy to set up. The screen quality at 8" is very good, and in HD quality, comparable to a Samsung Tablet. It's wonderful when the pictures pop up and being reminded of the moment.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

"...Play music, dance and sing and be silly. Display your photos, try a new recipe and make sure that your prepared for rain, snow or heat...." Read more

"...The screen is very clear . This product does have weight to it and has one of the best sounding sets of speakers that I have heard in a long time...." Read more

"...I'm impressed with the speakers and clarity. They're not top of the line, but they sound great, not at all tinny...." Read more

"...a great product that not only has great sound, it also has good clarity on the screen...." Read more

2,166Customers mention
1,938Positive
228Negative

Customers like the screen size of the digital device. They mention that it has a decent size screen, it fills a small to medium sized room, and that the 8 inch screen is the best choice. They also appreciate the sleek design and the small footprint for the kitchen counter. Customers also say that the display is nice and big horizontal screen, which is surprising for a compact device.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

"...Alexa does not sound hollow and music is full and fills a small to medium sized room...." Read more

"...The 8-inch screen is perfect for video calls, allowing us to stay connected with relatives and friends in a way that feels personal and engaging...." Read more

"I really like it and the size is good for my needs and I love being able to say commands but it doesn't list shows per the TV app like my..." Read more

"...videophile or audiophile quality, it’s extremely good and surprising for a compact device and price point...." Read more

1,751Customers mention
1,597Positive
154Negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the digital device. They mention that it has a beautiful screen, a great design, and is easy to set up. They also say that it works well and the picture looks good. Customers also say it's a really fancy clock radio and that the front is amazing.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

"...Pros:Super easy to set upBeautiful looking with or without the swivel baseAmazing picture..." Read more

"...It worked well, and the picture looked good. I just had to sign into Hulu on the Amazon Alexa app...." Read more

"...It really serves no profound purpose but admittedly looks kinda cool...." Read more

"...The addition of a visual interface enhances these capabilities, offering on-screen information such as recipes, weather forecasts, and news..." Read more

1,550Customers mention
1,235Positive
315Negative

Customers like the music that Echo produces. They mention that it's great while working, and that it can definitely get your music. Some say that the side of the Show helps the music really rock. They also say that it is perfect for streaming music, podcasts, and playing music while cleaning.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

"...Play music, dance and sing and be silly. Display your photos, try a new recipe and make sure that your prepared for rain, snow or heat...." Read more

"...After tweaking the sound settings, Alexa does not sound hollow and music is full and fills a small to medium sized room...." Read more

"...children when they were tiny, special events, everyday moments.... so nostalgic and yes, very sentimental...." Read more

"...It hears me just fine. It can play my Apple Music. I do have a couple of Apple Homepods that sound better. I could use them as an alarm, etc...." Read more

2,349Customers mention
1,614Positive
735Negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the digital device. Some mention that it integrates seamlessly with other services, while others say that it has trouble connecting to their Amazon account, cameras, and Hue lights. They also say that the device is very heavily dependent on their synched phone app and that they are unable to get music profiles to sync easily across devices.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

"...Amazing pictureGreat compatibility with phones, smart plugs, Works perfectly with smart devices and apps..." Read more

"...5 and Show 8 (haven't tried it on the Dot yet) is the ability to make calls WITHOUT pairing with a cellphone...." Read more

"...Lol.My last complaint it that the Echo Show cannot surf the web like the Kindle Fire tablets or like any tablets, for that matter...." Read more

"...easy vid calls or even intercom within your home. you can manually block the camera if you don't want that aspect...." Read more

Reviews with images

1 11 1
  1. Customer Image
  2. Customer Image
  3. Customer Image
  4. Customer Image
  5. Customer Image
  6. Customer Image
  7. Customer Image
  8. Customer Image
  9. Customer Image
  10. Customer Image
  11. Customer Image
  12. Customer Image
    See More

Submit a report

A few common reasons customers report reviews:
  • Harassment, profanity
  • Spam, advertisement, promotions
  • Given in exchange for cash, discounts
When we get your report, we'll check if the review meets our Community guidelines. If it doesn't, we'll remove it.
Sorry we couldn't load the review
Thank you for your feedback

Sorry, there was an error

Please try again later.

Top reviews from the United States

Hey Now, 525!
5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
Love these things -- replaced our intercoms, alarm clocks, etc.
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2024
I got this for my 80 year old dad who is living alone for the first time as a way to communicate with him and keep him engaged throughout the day. It has quickly become an indispensable part of his daily routine. From entertainment to productivity, this device covers it... See more
I got this for my 80 year old dad who is living alone for the first time as a way to communicate with him and keep him engaged throughout the day. It has quickly become an indispensable part of his daily routine. From entertainment to productivity, this device covers it all.

The 8-inch screen is perfect for video calls, allowing us to stay connected with relatives and friends in a way that feels personal and engaging. The picture and sound quality are impressive, making every call feel like we’re in the same room. Our kids especially love calling their grandfather on it and share their latest adventures.

The Echo Show 8 has also become his kitchen companion. He uses it to follow recipes, set timers, and even watch cooking shows while preparing meals. The step-by-step instructions and hands-free operation make cooking easier for him and I think more enjoyable.

For entertainment, the Echo Show 8 streams his favorite music, shows, and movies seamlessly.

Alexa integration is a game-changer for managing his smart home devices. From adjusting the thermostat to controlling the lights, everything is just a voice command away. I've got to teach him how to use the Echo Show 8 also to help him stay organized with calendars, reminders, and news updates.

Overall, the Echo Show 8 (Charcoal) has enhanced his life in numerous ways. It’s versatile and user-friendly. I highly recommend it for any family looking to stay connected, entertained, and organized.
Helpful
Share

Report this review

Optional: Why are you reporting this?

Off topic

Not about the product

Inappropriate

Disrespectful, hateful, obscene

Fake

Paid for, inauthentic

Other

Something else

We’ll check if this review meets our community guidelines. If it doesn’t, we’ll remove it.

Submit
Report
Chris
5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
We use it daily for video calls with parents and ordering Amazon stuff while thinking of it then.
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2024
The Echo Show 8 by Amazon blends the functionality of a smart speaker with the visual appeal of an 8-inch HD display, creating a versatile addition to any smart home setup. At its core, the Echo Show 8 excels in its capability as a voice-controlled assistant.... See more
The Echo Show 8 by Amazon blends the functionality of a smart speaker with the visual appeal of an 8-inch HD display, creating a versatile addition to any smart home setup.

At its core, the Echo Show 8 excels in its capability as a voice-controlled assistant. Powered by Amazon's Alexa, it effortlessly handles tasks ranging from setting reminders and alarms to providing weather updates and managing smart home devices. The addition of a visual interface enhances these capabilities, offering on-screen information such as recipes, weather forecasts, and news updates.

The display quality is sharp and vibrant, making it ideal for watching videos, video calls, and even as a digital photo frame. Its stereo speakers deliver clear, room-filling sound, enhancing the overall multimedia experience.

Setup is intuitive, and the device integrates smoothly with other Alexa-enabled devices, allowing for seamless control and automation within the home. Privacy features such as a physical camera shutter and microphone mute button ensure peace of mind when not in use.

Overall, the Echo Show 8 impresses with its combination of voice assistant functionality and visual display, making it a versatile and user-friendly addition to modern households seeking to enhance connectivity and convenience.
Helpful
Share

Report this review

Optional: Why are you reporting this?

Off topic

Not about the product

Inappropriate

Disrespectful, hateful, obscene

Fake

Paid for, inauthentic

Other

Something else

We’ll check if this review meets our community guidelines. If it doesn’t, we’ll remove it.

Submit
Report
cacalazani
5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
A Great Addition to Your Home Tech
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2019
Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Device only
  1.
This is my first Echo device. Had already set up several skills on the Alexa app before the Echo Show 8 arrived, so I was ready for it; and had my expectations already set as to the quality of the response to the voice commands. If you are considering entering the Echo... See more
This is my first Echo device. Had already set up several skills on the Alexa app before the Echo Show 8 arrived, so I was ready for it; and had my expectations already set as to the quality of the response to the voice commands. If you are considering entering the Echo 'echo-system' and are on the fence about getting one of these, try downloading the Alexa app to your phone or tablet and try it out. On the phone app (iPhone and iPad in my case), a button push activates Alexa; with the Show 8, just say her name and she starts listening.

Some of the Alexa skills still need some work, and your satisfaction with them may vary. But for the Show 8, it's great! The speakers sound better than I expected (actually are pretty awesome compared to the Show's size) and will fill the room with sound. The Show 8 has an external speaker jack on the back, but I don't see ever using it - the internal speakers are THAT good - can feel the bass from the speakers vibrating the kitchen countertop. With the speakers in the rear, having it backed up close to a wall provides the best sound projection and quality. A similar concept to some higher end Bose speakers, which have rear-firing elements that are designed to reflect the sound off of a wall and provide more ambience.

When music is played, the lyrics scroll on the screen, so you can sing along (if your housemates and dog can stand it). Even when playing at a higher volume level, I can still get Alexa's attention but it may take more than one attempt. The microphones are quite sensitive and will pick me up from another room as long as there is not much background noise. The Show 8 also has Bluetooth, so you can pair it with a phone, laptop or other device and play music through the Show 8's speakers. I do this frequently since the Show 8's speakers sound much better than the internal phone or laptop speakers. I did notice a bit of a delay in watching a video on the laptop, and then the audio coming out of the Show 8. It just may be an artifact of using Bluetooth to send the audio.

Rather than the recommended stand (or no stand), I purchased the "Echo Show 8 Adjustable Aluminum Swivel Stand" also sold on Amazon (you can see my review of the stand on that page). A stand is recommended to allow you to position the Show 8 at an optimum viewing angle.

I also purchased several of the Meross Wifi smart plugs (also sold on Amazon). Have them programmed to link with Alexa so I can give one command (such as "Alexa, turn on Christmas Lights") and ALL the plugs in the Christmas group turn on at the same time. Pretty cool! Once Christmas is over, the plugs will be assigned other duties.

The Show 8 can browse the web. There is a Firefox skill that will allow you to open a web browser. And if you don't like tapping letters on the screen, you can pair a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse (see photo). If you have an HP printer, it can be linked to the Show 8 to print grocery lists or stuff you find on the internet.

Not a deal-killer for me, but can't seem to be able to disable the "Try Alexa <blah blah blah>" on the bottom of the home screen. You CAN disable the skills cycling with other topics in the center of the screen as another reviewer noted. I have the Show 8 in my kitchen; so the display is not "in my face" and I am not looking at it all the time, so it is not THAT big of a deal.

Have to admit I was skeptical and wasn't sure if I would find it useful....but I'm liking this device more every day. Now an Echo Dot has found its place in our household as well. Along with some Echo Buttons....

Like the Echo Show 8 so much that I ordered another one to give to my daughter and son-in-law!
1,384 people found this helpful
Helpful
Share

Report this review

Optional: Why are you reporting this?

Off topic

Not about the product

Inappropriate

Disrespectful, hateful, obscene

Fake

Paid for, inauthentic

Other

Something else

We’ll check if this review meets our community guidelines. If it doesn’t, we’ll remove it.

Submit
Report
accentphotography
5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
This was my favorite of all the series 2 and especially three suck
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2024
This was just a very easy one to use and it was more reliable than say number three. The show three that I got apparently has been a recall, but they didn’t recall mine and it won’t play news consistently without hanging up and it turns off on its own all the time and it... See more
This was just a very easy one to use and it was more reliable than say number three. The show three that I got apparently has been a recall, but they didn’t recall mine and it won’t play news consistently without hanging up and it turns off on its own all the time and it doesn’t listen to you and it’s just a royal pain. The reason why I use that one over it as it’s supposed to have better sound in number three but honestly, the other two sound better and also my screen cracked on number one and number two versions.
Helpful
Share

Report this review

Optional: Why are you reporting this?

Off topic

Not about the product

Inappropriate

Disrespectful, hateful, obscene

Fake

Paid for, inauthentic

Other

Something else

We’ll check if this review meets our community guidelines. If it doesn’t, we’ll remove it.

Submit
Report
SubieNewbie
4.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
It's Just OK. I Wanted To Love It. Read About Deal Breakers Here.
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2020
So I bought this Echo Show 8 on a whim for my bedroom because I wanted a better sound for music in there than the Spot that I have now. Granted it's much bigger and there are no comparisons in virtually every area measurable. However, I was disappointed with two... See more
So I bought this Echo Show 8 on a whim for my bedroom because I wanted a better sound for music in there than the Spot that I have now. Granted it's much bigger and there are no comparisons in virtually every area measurable. However, I was disappointed with two things.

First, the depth of this unit seems excessive and it's definitely not best used on a nightstand. It just takes up a big footprint. I thought I had ample room but with a lamp, a coaster, and two charging pads for my phone and watch, I had virtually no more room to even put the TV remote down on the nightstand.

Secondly, and most importantly, it only has two microphones on the top of the unit. Whereas the Echo and Echo Dot has four and seem much more sensitive when detecting my voice. The Echo Show 8 will sometimes barely pick up a command when the Echo Dot in the next room, which clearly has sonic superpowers, will reply back. I have two Echo Dots in my home, one Echo Show 5 and now this Echo Show 8. The Dots far out perform the Shows when it comes to sensitivity and average percent that they are correct in interpreting my request. They are all supposed to have far field technology where, as I understand it, two Echo products may hear a command but the closest one responds. This needs a lot of work. And I believe the answer is quite simply that the Dot has four microphones. Two more than the Shows. Which seems odd to me considering the vast difference in price.

Now as far as the sound goes, it is really quite good for the money. After adjusting the equalizer in the settings to up the bass, mid and treble. You can also request these to be increased or decreased by simply commanding something like "Alexa, increase the mid" (or treble or bass). Each request increases the setting by one level. I believe there are five positive levels and give negative levels from the flat center.

After tweaking the sound settings, Alexa does not sound hollow and music is full and fills a small to medium sized room. Bluetooth pairing from your phone is also simple and I like that I don't have to rely on the Alexa app to modify settings. The setup was super simple as expected. It's just a matter of logging in to your Amazon account with the touchscreen prompts. It guides you through everything you need to complete and customize your home screen/clock.

Using personalized photos is a little clunky because you are forced to create an album using only Amazon photos instead of just uploading what's already on your phone's native photos app. That's actually a really big negative. Because of that, I don't have any personal photos on my Echo Show.

If you don't follow what I'm saying, lemme give you an example: when you use Facebook, for instance, and you want to upload a photo, the app simply opens your phone's photos and you can randomly pick one or several photos to create your post. Here, you must download the heavy Amazon Photos app which just duplicates your already existing photo app. Then you must create a specific album of photos that you want to see on your Show. Then you must share it to the Show. I believe that changes to the album can only be done thru your phone with the exception of discontinuing use of that album all together and going back to the default Amazon screen saver photos, which you can do on the Show without your phone. But again, you cannot make changes and add or drop photos to the album you've shared without the Amazon Photos app on your phone.

So here's the deeper issue. Since most Android phones are already bloated with endless and mostly useless Google apps, it really irks me that I must download another set of heavy apps to have Alexa simply turn off the lights or play some sleep sounds or to show simple photos of my family and friends on the Echo Show. I just don't like the fact that Google and Amazon can't get together on much of anything. Personally I prefer Google Photos over Amazon's but Alexa is hands down better than the Google Assistant and their related devices.

If Amazon released their own phone, I'd buy it simply for ease of integration for my smart home devices and to avoid duplication that eats up valuable storage space. C'mon Amazon, forget the Samsung Galaxies of the world and introduce the Alexa Universe. Lol.

My last complaint it that the Echo Show cannot surf the web like the Kindle Fire tablets or like any tablets, for that matter. Alexa decides what she chooses from the internet and from what sources. You can only choose in the settings whether you want her to use the Silk browser or the Firefox browser. But you cannot access the browser directly either by touchscreen or voice. For instance, let's say you want to know about the history of your hometown. You must ask Alexa to tell you about it. She almost always defaults to a Wikipedia article. You have no choice to open your towns own website or any other source. She does not even give you the option of links to open after her cursory relply because, again, you are not able to access a browser directly.

So in a nutshell, I use this device now in my bathroom to see the news headlines, listen to music with lyrics displayed while I brush my teeth, and have Alexa turn the lights on and off in the bathroom. It really serves no profound purpose but admittedly looks kinda cool. I'm sure to keep the camera cover closed in the bathroom just in case there's some weirdo somewhere across the country who hacks Echo Show devices for his own show, if you know what I mean.

I can see this being useful for someone who cooks and wants to see a recipe (that of course Alexa chooses) or for someone who may not like a smartphone to do visual calling with loved ones. And of course the sound is much better than the Dot or Spot. But really it serves no unique function that you phone cannot do sitting on a stand that costs $15 on Amazon. So I have it in my head to buy a couple Echo Plus devices and create a home stereo group on the Alexa App along with my Spot so I can have the visuals, still, but in a smaller package plus the nice, full sound in my bedroom. Ugh. What a rabbit hole I've fallen into with Amazon. Yet, once you turn everything over to Alexa, you can't go back. My fingers are crossed for my invitation for the Amazon Ring. Now that's a unique product that I can use and fills an untapped niche. Pick me Amazon! As if I need more Alexa devices. Haha.
92 people found this helpful
Helpful
Share

Report this review

Optional: Why are you reporting this?

Off topic

Not about the product

Inappropriate

Disrespectful, hateful, obscene

Fake

Paid for, inauthentic

Other

Something else

We’ll check if this review meets our community guidelines. If it doesn’t, we’ll remove it.

Submit
Report
umeweall
5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
Good Device and Works With My XT2 Camera System
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2020
Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Device only
My specific purpose for buying this item was for working with my XT2 camera system. I was concerned about a number of things: (a) The 'things to try' crap supposedly showing constantly on the screen, and supposedly not being able to get rid of it, and complaints that the... See more
My specific purpose for buying this item was for working with my XT2 camera system. I was concerned about a number of things: (a) The 'things to try' crap supposedly showing constantly on the screen, and supposedly not being able to get rid of it, and complaints that the Show 8 would not work with the Blink XT2 camera system. Well, you CAN't totally get rid of the 'things to try' blip, but you CAN greatly reduce it, to a degree of almost background noise, by reducing the rotation rate. It then almost becomes a non-factor, which makes me EXTREMELY happy. As for the connection to the Blink XT2 camera, you need to do a little bit of work. You need to have established a Blink account, as instructed by the Blink XT2 camera instructions. After you have created your Blink account, you then need to enable the 'Blink Smarthome' skill, for your echo Show 8. When you have gone though the process of setting your camera system up, the skill on your echo Show 8 allows you to work with your XT2 camera, with no issues, via voice command, as you would expect.

Now for another comment, about the camera itself, which has really nothing to do with the Echo Show 8, but just as an FYI. I noted a lot of folks unhappy with the XT2, because it did not notify you immediately, when it detected omtion. This was due to the fact that it notified AFTER it finished making a recording, NOT upon start of the recording, with detected motion. Well, at the end of 2019, that item was addressed by Blink, as stated in the following message:

"We’re excited to announce our newest feature available for XT2 users, Early Notification, provided as a Beta preview release. This is currently only available in the US and Canada but we will be rolling this out to other regions soon. This article will be updated when that happens.

When enabled, Early Notification configures the camera to send a message as soon as motion is detected, then the motion clip is recorded as usual and will appear in your list. When the Early Notification message appears in your app, you can tap it to join a live view of that camera and respond to events in real time.

When disabled, notifications are sent when the motion clip finishes recording.

To enable this feature, go to the camera settings screen and switch on the “Early Notification” toggle (shown in the image)."

I have this new/beta item enabled on my new camera.
**************************************************************************************************************************************

UPDATE

After successfully adding the first camera, of my three camera system, I proceeded today to set the two remaining cameras up. I could not get the cameras to connect to the Blink app, and I spent a good 30 min. going nuts. I then remembered something. My Netgear Wireless Router and myself are very well acquainted with each other. I routinely look at the logs, to see who is attempting to connect to my system, as I have the router email them to me. I also used the feature 'Access Control' on the router to basically deny access to my system by any new system that wants to connect. In this manner, I control who gets on my network. Well, I had to turn this feature back to the 'allow all systems', to get the cameras permission to access my network. Yep, I was happy, I had resolved the problem--NOPE!! The cameras still would not connect!! I think went into trouble-shooting mode, and plugged/unplugged the BLINK switch a couple of times--NO GO!! I then noticed something in my router log, the following item was showing as being blocked: F6B85E9992C5-MYSIMPLELINK . I looked that up on-line and found that it was tied into BLINK camera live initialization. The 'F6B85E9992C5' contains the MAC address of the camera, which is stated on the camera, right under the serial number. No, the MAC address that I am showing DOES NOT match my actual MAC address, I changed it, so as not to be stupid in a public showing. I used the router software control to ALLOW access to the 'F6B85E9992C5-MYSIMPLELINK' item, which was the camera that I was trying to install. The camera connected, both of them, and all was well. Making this simplified, if you cannot get your camera to connect to the BLINK app, take a look at your router log ( if you have one ), and see if something is showing as being blocked, which matches the string that I previously mentioned. It appears that the hexadecimal part of the front end of this string will change, to match the device, but the 'MYSIMPLELINK' stays the same, which you can always change the name, to match the location of the camera. I left the hexadecimal front end alone, and just change the MYSIMPLELINK to match the location of my camera. CHEERS!!
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Share

Report this review

Optional: Why are you reporting this?

Off topic

Not about the product

Inappropriate

Disrespectful, hateful, obscene

Fake

Paid for, inauthentic

Other

Something else

We’ll check if this review meets our community guidelines. If it doesn’t, we’ll remove it.

Submit
Report
N.A.
5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
I love having my Echo Shows. We use them often everyday. These would also make great gifts.
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2020
Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Device only
This has been such a great addition to my home! I have four Echo Show devices now and I use them everyday. Mine are all set to display the time, date, and weather. My favorite part of the Echo Show devices are the screens because I can use them as digital photo... See more
This has been such a great addition to my home! I have four Echo Show devices now and I use them everyday. Mine are all set to display the time, date, and weather.

My favorite part of the Echo Show devices are the screens because I can use them as digital photo frames. First I uploaded my photos to Amazon Photos. For pictures on my computer and various hard drives I used the website to upload them. For photos on my phone and tablet I used the Amazon Photos app to upload. I created an album called "Screensaver" and then set all my Echo Shows to display the album. (Settings -> Wallpaper & Clock -> Select Amazon Photos.) The Echo Shows all display different pictures from the selected album. I have never caught them displaying the same picture at the same time.

It took time for me to create the album, but you can start slowly and add whenever you have time or whenever you have new photos. I have photos from years ago up to today in the album. It's so wonderful when the pictures pop up and being reminded of the moment. I often stop to look at the pictures and they always bring a smile to my face.... I have photos of my family, friends, all my pets, the dearly departed.... decades old memories as well as new and fresh memories. Pictures of my dogs when they were puppies, my children when they were tiny, special events, everyday moments.... so nostalgic and yes, very sentimental. This has been great for someone like me who has a poor memory. I have a hard time remembering yesterday!

Random stuff and skill suggestions popping up on the home screen can be disabled. Go to Settings -> Home Content and deselect the skills you don't care for. I found that after software updates I would have to go back to deselect skills because new ones were added, such as Covid related skills. The only skill I have showing on mine right now is the weather.

Another feature that I use everyday is the speaker groups. This allows me to play an audio on the group of speakers, all synced up perfectly, so that when I go room to room the audio is there (wherever there is a device). In the Amazon Alexa app, go to "Devices", tap the + icon on the top right corner, select "Add Group", name your group, then select the devices to add to the group. The devices have to all be on the same network for this to work. So if my group name is "All Devices", everyday I can say, "Alexa, play NPR on All Devices", or "Alexa, play Spotify on All Devices", or similar. You can also control the group volume by saying, "Alexa, volume (down to 3) / (up to 6) / (mute) / (max) on All Devices". Saying "Alexa, stop" will stop the audio on the whole group.

I can also use the announcement feature. "Alexa, make an announcement: 10 more minutes to get ready." And Alexa will announce it to the other devices. If you have other people in your "Amazon Household" (other Amazon accounts linked to yours, not necessarily in the same household) who also have devices, they will be able to hear your announcements and they can also make announcements to your devices. So using this you could communicate short messages to another household, like a walkie talkie. There is also the Drop In feature which I haven't tried, but I read that it could be used to monitor another room, to check in on your home and pets, to chat with others, etc.

One of the favorite skills that my children really enjoy is "Amazon Storytime". I use it as a reward and incentive. Sometimes they will tell jokes with Alexa (Alexa, knock knock.....), or ask Alexa questions (Alexa, where did dogs come from?). They also use the timer and alarm feature often. "Alexa, set an alarm for 5:00pm." "Alexa, set a timer for 45 minutes." Alexa can have multiple timers and alarms going at the same time.

The Echo Show 8" and 5" devices have the camera cover, but the Echo Show 10" does not. For my Echo Show 10" I stuck a few layers of sticky note over the camera.

Overall, I love having my Echo Shows. But I'm not made of money, so I have only ever purchased these during super sale events, like Prime Day. If I had to pay the original price, I'm not sure I'd even have one single device. Having said that, these would make great gifts if the receiver could utilize the various features.

Update: you can watch Hulu on this by adding the skill to your Amazon Alexa account. This also has bluetooth.
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Share

Report this review

Optional: Why are you reporting this?

Off topic

Not about the product

Inappropriate

Disrespectful, hateful, obscene

Fake

Paid for, inauthentic

Other

Something else

We’ll check if this review meets our community guidelines. If it doesn’t, we’ll remove it.

Submit
Report
Lorraine
5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
Excellent for connecting with my 96 year-old father-in-law during the pandemic
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2020
Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Device only
I was looking for something that would allow family members to communicate with my 96 year-old father-in-law, especially during the pandemic. The senior living facility where he stays had pretty much shut down once Covid-19 hit the States. We could still talk with my... See more
I was looking for something that would allow family members to communicate with my 96 year-old father-in-law, especially during the pandemic. The senior living facility where he stays had pretty much shut down once Covid-19 hit the States. We could still talk with my father-in-law via cell phone, but due to his advanced age, it was getting harder and harder for him to remember how to correctly use a cell phone. The senior living facility also allowed for Zoom calls, but we had to schedule those ahead of time.
After doing some research, it seemed as though my options were pretty limited until I started looking more at the Amazon Show. I was intrigued by their Drop In feature, which allows you to do a video call using the Show and a cell phone/tablet that has the Alexa app loaded onto it. The nice thing about it is that the person who has the Show doesn't have to do a thing when they receive a call. They just need to stand in front of the Show so that they can be seen. The Show has a short time period (5 seconds or so) where the person originating the call is shown a fuzzy screen while the person with the Show hears a chime to let them know that someone is Dropping In. This allows for the person to scoot out of the view of the Show if they are not presentable.
I was a bit frustrated because there didn't seem to be much documentation on how to set up the Drop In feature. I looked into e-books and scoured the internet for articles on exact steps for setting up the Drop In feature. It all seemed pretty straight forward, but for some reason my setup didn't go that smoothly. It took quite a few hours for me to figure out the settings I wanted on the Alexa app (ie: don't load all of my contacts from my phone onto my account) and how to add other family members to the Show setup so that they could Drop In on my father-in-law. But, once everything was set up, it is working like a champ and multiple family members have been able to clearly see and talk with my father-in-law using the Show.
A few things to know about setting up the Drop In feature. 1) You will need to connect the Show to a wireless network. The facility that my father-in-law lives in has a wifi network. My husband just happened to catch a window of opportunity where he could physically visit his dad one day this last June. At that time, he set up the Show in my father-in-laws room (we used one of the wall mounts for the Show available on Amazon) and connected it to the wifi. 2) We set our Show up so that each person who wants to Drop In on my father-in-law has the Amazon Alexa app downloaded onto their phone and is signed in with their own Amazon account. 3) The Show is connected to my account, which I will call the Main Account. You will need to go into whichever you designate as your Main Account, into the Communicate area for the Show that you have set up, and allow permission for a given person (identified by their phone number) to Drop In onto the Show.
Some family members were concerned about loading all of their phone contacts into the Alexa App. Others were concerned about allowing the Alexa App to listen in for the 'Hey Alexa' key word. Both of these features can be turned off in the user settings.
We used the Show to Drop In on my father-in-law tonight. It was comforting to see that he is still doing ok. I felt much more connected with him than if I were talking on a phone. This type of communication really came in handy when my father-in-law fell (during the pandemic when visitors aren't allowed) and the care facility staff were doing their assessment as to how he was doing. During the assessment, my sister-in-law Dropped In and was able to see the staff in action. The Drop In feature is definitely worth its weight in gold, especially when it comes to keeping tabs on the senior loved ones in our lives.
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Share

Report this review

Optional: Why are you reporting this?

Off topic

Not about the product

Inappropriate

Disrespectful, hateful, obscene

Fake

Paid for, inauthentic

Other

Something else

We’ll check if this review meets our community guidelines. If it doesn’t, we’ll remove it.

Submit
Report

How customer reviews and ratings work

Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon