The article reviews the Amazon Echo Spot, a smart alarm clock with voice control capabilities. Here’s a summary of the review:
Pros:
- Good alarm clock: The Echo Spot has a wide array of wake-up tones, including a classic ring, and can integrate with other devices to create a morning routine.
- Clear audio: The speaker produces clear vocals and delivers a richer sound than smaller Echo devices.
- Voice control: The device responds well to voice commands, allowing for easy control over alarm settings, music playback, and more.
- Drop In feature: The Echo Spot can be used as a home intercom with the Alexa Drop In feature, useful for communicating with family members.
Cons:
- Expensive: The Echo Spot is priced at $80, which may be too high for some users compared to other Echo devices.
- Tiny snooze and stop alarm buttons: The device’s small buttons can be difficult to press when waking up in the morning.
- No backup battery: Unlike some other smart speakers, the Echo Spot does not have a built-in backup battery.
Overall:
The reviewer finds the Amazon Echo Spot to be an excellent choice for those looking for a voice-controlled smart alarm clock. While it has its drawbacks, the device’s clear audio, good alarm features, and Drop In capability make it a great option for users who want a more defined use case from their smart speaker.
Agreements:
To use the Amazon Echo Spot, you’ll need to agree to 17 mandatory agreements, including:
- Alexa Terms of Use
- Amazon Conditions of Use
- Amazon Privacy Policy
- Children’s Privacy Disclosure
- Interest-Based Ads
- Amazon Prime Terms
- Amazon Music Terms of Use
- Kindle Store Terms of Use
- Audible Service Conditions of Use
- Amazon Dash Replenishment Terms of Use
- Amazon Kids Plus Terms and Conditions
- Amazon Photos Terms of Use
- Amazon Device Terms of Use
- Amp Terms of Use
- IMDb Legal Information
- Amazon Video Terms of Use
- Amazon Fire TV Terms
Additionally, you can choose to set up Voice ID and Amazon Sidewalk, which require separate agreements.
