5 REASONS You Need the NEW Amazon ECHO 4th Gen

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There are 5 updates and reasons to consider the NEW Amazon ECHO (4th Generation). They are the new Design. Amazon has gone with the new sphere shape. It is very polarizing. A lot of people do not like it. The new design does come with a new speaker layout that gives better highs and deeper bass. Spatial audio will tune the music to the room. You also get a hub that has Zigbee, B.L.E. and Sidewalk. The biggest thing about this is the sound. With the 2 .08" tweeters and the 3"woofer you get a nice sound out of this new design. What do you think after hearing next to last years 3rd generation Echo? This is a nice upgrade.
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@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

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@stuartperry2716 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Craig, I enjoy your channel and have ordered a echo 4th gen as you have sold me on it. Hoping the temperature sensor works to tell the temp in my flat. I use the echo devices to play Amazon music. It’s not a perfect sync between the two. Do you play Amazon music through them? The problem I find is Alexa not finding the album for example. The alexa app integration with Amazon music is a little basic. You see on the Alex app the music your playing but searching music with it is difficult. I’ve started playing music from iPad with Amazon music to everywhere group and it works ok. Still a bit buggy where it hangs from time to time after I have paused the music. The other annoying thing is you can’t seem to fast forward the song. Anyway wondered what your thoughts were? Thanks

@briteops 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Craig, I know it's been 4 months but would you recommend the echo dot 4th gen or the echo 4th gen?

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

If sound is important, definitely the Echo 4th gen. The dot sounds good if you want it in a smaller room for casual listening. The echo 4 has the separate woofer and stereo tweeters.

@user-rn4dm2rs2k 2 жыл бұрын

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@paulvicenzi5024 3 жыл бұрын

It looks like a ball. I have a Labrador. If it was placed less than 6 feet off the ground, it would get retrieved.

@joshi8339 3 жыл бұрын

It would be the same with me. I have 2 crazy spaniels that would jump up on the table to get to it, and then I would never see it again

@zkatt1959 3 жыл бұрын

Get the wall mount

@brendan4174 3 жыл бұрын

this was a 10/10 pun

@ryanrivera8304 3 жыл бұрын

Dang that sucks! Looks like you got to get a new dog now too.

@stnrfem 2 жыл бұрын

my dog got ahold of mine, chewed it and it barely got a scratch so durability is not a question

@kennethwjjones 3 жыл бұрын

Got mine yesterday, sounds great. For the record the light ring at the bottom looks great reflecting off the surface it sits in. You won't miss it ☺️

@Tull1996 3 жыл бұрын

It would be nice if they put a clock in the full sized echo. I really like my echo dot with clock...but having the option with the larger model would be ideal.

@dmatthew305 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely 💯

@DADDY557 Жыл бұрын

I was about to comment that. I won't buy it until they do.

@richardmaialetti6462 Жыл бұрын

I just bought one today Dec. 7 2022!!!

@ANGELUS5548 Жыл бұрын

Amazon read your comment added it to echo well done

@lifestraight 6 ай бұрын

The Echo 4th Gen has a clock?@@ANGELUS5548

@gingiszoo 3 жыл бұрын

Just got this Saturday and I love it!! New to Echo devices and now I'm obsessed! I purchased mine for 100 and saw it was on sale yesterday for 80.00 and best buy was kind enough to give me back the difference without having to go to the store...although had I gone in I would've gotten a free smart bulb, but that's ok. I now have ordered an Echo Show 8 even though I was ready to buy the show 10, but decided it was more than I needed and I can always add to my collection once I've figured it all out. I also ordered the new wireless charging base for my Echo 4 which is exciting to know I can take it out to the yard without worrying about cords. Thanks for all your great videos on these products....I'm sold!!

@Badonicus 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this I've been looking forward to this review for a long time especially to see if the sound is any better

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank Suaird for watching and the nice comment. Glad you enjoyed the video.

@Chuck_502 3 жыл бұрын

I thank you for being one of the few people to not say ALEXA.

@venomoushawk8037 3 жыл бұрын

What do you mean

@Chuck_502 3 жыл бұрын

@@venomoushawk8037 most of us that have echos get activated when the word alexa is said out loud so I was thankful that word was muted 🙂

@Thehulksterbeast 3 жыл бұрын

Its ok for me . I changed mine to Computer lol

@RACAPE 2 жыл бұрын

@@Thehulksterbeast now you can change it to Ziggy.

@Baigan_OP 2 жыл бұрын

Why don't you just tap mute button

@markoduvall 3 жыл бұрын

From my monitors, it seems like the highs are a little more crisp, but I think that you're hearing the voices (highs) are more rounded out by the mid range being more pronounced. Thanks for the review, Craig! Great content.

@zkatt1959 3 жыл бұрын

I ordered this Echo for myself on Christmas. Love it!

@Noname-ny4vx 3 жыл бұрын

Good

@smokinokin66 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, Craig! Looks really interesting - but since I use it mainly for music and asking the weather or recipes, I'll hang onto the current generation and wait on buying the new 4th generation for a bit. It's pretty exciting that the sound is better though - and the design is kind of cool - though I do like the ring of light on the top of the Echo, rather than at the base. I'm glad they're at least still working on improving it. Thanks for always keeping us informed and up to date! Hope you and your family are all well and staying safe! Have a great weekend - Laurie

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Laurie, it is great to hear from you. I hope you are doing well too. The family and I are doing great. The great part about the echos is that all the generations still get the same music and Alexa features. There is no need to update unless you think one of these changes is worth it. The 3rd generation Echos sound great. It is good to see them trying to improve each year. Thank you for the nice words. Glad to help. Have a great weekend too.

@JeffrayCrownwell 3 жыл бұрын

Let's be honest! The sound quality of this new Echo is absolutely incredible. Especially when you setup the Bass, mid range and treble using the Echo app the way you like will give you deeper bass with incredibly realistic vocals with nice and high treble. One sounds amazing but I can only imagine what two would sound like! Excellent device for the price!!!

@Cornwall1888 3 жыл бұрын

Calm down it’s a small cheap speaker, it’s sounds fine, I’m might upgrade for the better sound and because they are cheap

@jeffreyroberts7438 2 жыл бұрын

Actually,it does sound very good. The base is decent which is important to me. Can’t stand tinny sound!

@tristiangaming 2 жыл бұрын

@@Cornwall1888 as a serious music listener it does sound great even the new dot sounds great for the price

@tristiangaming 2 жыл бұрын

@@Cornwall1888 cheap lol

@johnfox5216 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video for us here in the UK ! I've just bought 2 of these after watching your channel .... AWESOME in Stereo ! THANK YOU SO MUCH :)

@CraigsTechTalk 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you are enjoying yours

@acash6570 3 жыл бұрын

Never thought I’d watch Elon Musk review Amazon products. 2020 sure is crazy.

@rhondawalker2020 2 жыл бұрын

I just got one for Christmas,and I love it! The sound is awesome and still learning what it can do! 🥰

@plasticsoldier234 3 жыл бұрын

Ohh im super glad it has the hub!! For some reason up till now I was thinking this was gonna replace the dot and was super confused at first cause I was like "but this is way too big for some night stands or desks" but then it clicked XD

@kennethrada9074 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Easy to watch review. Clean and sharp. Good video!

@wendyedwards7844 3 жыл бұрын

Just ordered the Echo 4ty generation. Can't wait!

@bronzeconnect 2 жыл бұрын

Love the design. Clean, fresh and sophisticated. It's extra! If one has an appreciation for design, creativity and think outside of the box they'll get it.

@saintuk70 3 жыл бұрын

Good video Craig, however, all I can hear is Paul Hibbert saying "Ooooooooo there's Zigbee, Oooooooooo there's Zigbee" :)

@aaronletchford 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@adamsuchowij4360 3 жыл бұрын

Home Assistant, HOME Assistant, HOME ASSISTANT!!

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That’s funny you mention that before. I can’t wait to hear what he has to say about this device. I sent him a message saying I can’t wait to see him say the exact opposite things as me.

@glennhsu5783 3 жыл бұрын

This new echo or a Show 8? Roughly the same price...

@xp23dsa 3 жыл бұрын

Bought one today am impressed with it. Good to know bits I don't know about so cheers dude. stay safe 😄

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoy your echo. Thanks for watching.

@reeisexotic7628 3 жыл бұрын

We ordered two today. One to rock one to stock. We love the way it looks. It has a halloween town skull phone vibe.

@vPeteWalker 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig! I am very interested in Sidewalk for my folks... they have a huge yard, and I'd love to setup sensors for other places in the yard that are way out of range for any other protocol. Looking forward to seeing what Amazon does with this. Excellent overview!

@guviebain370 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig! I love my echo dot, 2nd gen , but now because of your review, I might try this new device! Love the shape and color choices! Thanks for your channel!

@cinderella3414 3 жыл бұрын

Keep in mind that you cannot see the rings & cannot use a remote.

@AutomateYourLife 3 жыл бұрын

So thorough! Great job Craig!

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Brian. I appreciate you saying that. Your videos are always thorough.

@SuccessActivator 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig! I just used your Amazon link to purchase the all-new Echo (4th Gen) in Twilight Blue ☺

@krishsaxena7826 3 жыл бұрын

The Amazon echo 4th gen is pretty amazing in terms of its features and also price

@oliversmith7354 3 жыл бұрын

The spherical design of the 4th gen echo devices look really cool. Mediatek makes performance very smooth

@Nccowboy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I’ve been wanting something with a temp sensor to trigger my ceiling fan when the room reaches 74 degrees. This is awesome!!!!!

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you David for checking out the video. Yeah that is a cool option. I like the idea of the temp triggered routines like your ceiling fan. It makes sense to take advantage of the sensor.

@geebaucham 2 жыл бұрын

The audio quality gap was actually HUGE. Soundstage overall was much more improved on the 4th Gen. That’s actually pretty crazy how different it was

@Rodnyet Жыл бұрын

I agree, could clearly hear the difference.

@k.austria3021 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for the update.

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching the video. Glad you enjoyed it.

@buddydoodle417 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this review especially the sound test on both the 3rd & 4th generation. I agree the 4th has a fuller sound. I received the 4th gen for Xmas and am spending a lot of time trying to figure out what it does. I am a senior and love this stuff but it takes me longer to figure it out!

@cinderella3414 3 жыл бұрын

Call Amazon customer service. Request an Alexa tech in the USA. You may have to try several times but each person has a different level of knowledge. As a result of speaking to different people, you learn something new with each person.

@cinderella3414 3 жыл бұрын

What is interesting is that no user manuals are included so your only choice is to call customer service. They told me they do not have manuals either! Try for a tech in USA so you don't have communication issues.

@debt.mp4499 3 жыл бұрын

I have mine right here, i love it.

@asharudheen 3 жыл бұрын

The audio demonstration done perfectly. thanks

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it.

@tfrench4366 3 жыл бұрын

I think the sphere is a cool idea. It's intriguing and if it was put in a place where many people would see it, you would become a a talking piece so to speak. People asking what it is and how does it sound. I would definitely take a look at buying one. I have three echo dots and love them all.

@theequaliser8026 3 жыл бұрын

Just ordered great review

@davidmccutcheon1181 Жыл бұрын

Just got one. excellent thanks for the help as usual

@CraigsTechTalk Жыл бұрын

Thank you David. 🙏 Glad to help. I hope you enjoy it.

@darylmilk-kinney 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a great video. I’m buying right now

@robertbuchanan7609 3 жыл бұрын

I like them adding a hub. I think the new form is nice. I can't help thinking about my old dog he thought anything ball shaped was his toy. Looking forward to the Amazon review the dog ate my echo.

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

The form is a nice add for the same price point. I am wondering how many stories of echo dots getting eaten.

@ronm6585 3 жыл бұрын

Good review Craig, thank you.

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ron. I appreciate that. Thanks for checking it out.

@irisrodriguez5453 2 жыл бұрын

Best review for electronic..Love you sir, love from India.My whole family wish you a successful life ahead. You a a genuine guy.

@MarcusChristopher 3 жыл бұрын

Love this! Keep up the Alexa content. I’m producing some of my own!

@thiwankaambagaspitiya9264 3 жыл бұрын

I personally recommend this coz i have this, sound quality is awesome..! Im planning to buy another one and make my house vibrates

@shadowfallenable 3 жыл бұрын

That audio output is a winner for me. Im connecting with my Devialet Phantom them BOOOM!!

@HimmatRathorehr 3 жыл бұрын

Echo 4th generation is my 1st Echo device and I am pretty impressed with the sound quality.

@samaydora6803 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig for this vidoe

@snowy201 3 жыл бұрын

My Alexa 4th gen arrives tomorrow your video helps out of what to expect

@LetsDoItOldSchool Жыл бұрын

Geez, is this a clear picture! Thanks for the 4K!

@victoriajoy4654 3 жыл бұрын

I have 3 of these new 4th gen. ECHO devices! I love them but am still getting everything figured out! Craig: Can I ask your honest opinion about using less expensive brands vs.AMAZON Smart Plugs ?? I HAVE 4 AMAZON Smart Plugs that I currently use for lights in different rooms. Thanks for your informative and 'Alexa-Free' videos! Victoria

@aditya930506781 2 жыл бұрын

Your video really help me to finalize my purchase

@CraigsTechTalk 2 жыл бұрын

Glad that it helped. Thank you

@neillegg5375 2 жыл бұрын

Hiya there I've just purchest the echo doc. Feathered in your video I've not had a chance to plug it in yet but watching your video makes lookfowerd to setting my echo doc 4 up soon

@CraigsTechTalk 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool. That’s nice to hear, thank you. I hope you enjoy your new echo. Thanks for watching.

@Thehulksterbeast 3 жыл бұрын

Ordered today and will be here tomorrow

@karenc2467 3 жыл бұрын

I named mine Echo lol ordered this one so will see what I think when it arrives.

@guyincognito1597 3 жыл бұрын

So this is how the KZfaq algorithm works. I never heared about Craig's Tech talk. But since I searched for videos abouth the 4th Gen Echo devices days ago, this video was recomendet to me now because it is one of the first videos.

@eddycazares4942 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Same situation here!!! ✌

@Pythonaria 3 жыл бұрын

Craig's Tech talks are always good. Been following him for months now. He does live streams fairly regularly too 😊

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Guy Incognito, Welcome. You nailed it. That is how the KZfaq algorithm works in a nutshell. The only other part to add is this. If If Person A likes a video and Person B likes the same types of video as Person A, then KZfaq will serve Person B the same video that show Person A liked.

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome Eddy.

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Pythonaria. I appreciate it. This Saturday will be another livestream.

@jlgodoy3981 3 жыл бұрын

It sounds pretty better than previous one.

@satyanjoy 3 жыл бұрын

4th gen echo sounds isslightly more open, I am likeing the round design

@Catloverplayer 3 жыл бұрын

I really like the sound and I also like the bright blue light and the thermostat it includes.

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

The sound improvement is nice and the temp sensor can be great for automations.

@camu2174 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Craig, great vids. Which door sensor are you showing here directly paired to the Echo?

@gastonserrano8978 3 жыл бұрын

Always great videos Craig, I like tech and not brands but I believe will give Amazon the credit for this one specially when Apple has just announced their HomePod Mini at the same price point. I wouldn’t expect Apple will beat Amazon in this category, but who knows!! Will love to see a side-to-side comparing on these guys from you Craig when available :-)

@prasaddd 3 жыл бұрын

ordered it , lets hope its good.

@andromydous 3 жыл бұрын

Just got 2 of them on sale. Both together $50. Been messing with light settings and having fun with the Dot. This is my first time with smart home devices and wasn't sure why I would ever connect the Dot to my Firestick. After, watching this vid, sounds like I'd get better sound than my tv is putting out. My theory is that tv manufacturers are making tvs with very crappy sound so that you'll want to by their expensive sound bars and what not. Anyways, glad that I found this video. Thanks!

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you’re having fun with your new echoes. I think the quest for thinner TVs has made sound a lack of consideration and you could always buy their sound bar like you said. Thanks for watching have a great day.

@Vampireduckling 3 жыл бұрын

I think singularly the look takes some getting used to, but looks better as a stereo pair, even different colours (I have red and blue). And heck, stereo pairing them sound so much better.

@sirpercyvere 3 жыл бұрын

i will order one, love the shape

@vtv8man 3 жыл бұрын

I only installed my 2nd Gen Echo Dot today ! Been sitting in the cupboard for the last 2 years still into its original box. I intend on installing a few Ring Security Devices and thought I finally had a good use for the Echo. Also installed a smart light and switch today. Catching up on home tech... Maybe I should upgrade !

@GoatRider166 3 жыл бұрын

Well... did you?

@vtv8man 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoatRider166 Nope. The old 2nd Gen works great so far.

@stevenlathrop7884 3 жыл бұрын

Love the shape of it better.

@buzzin010 2 жыл бұрын

the 4th gen audio was so clear it sounded just like i was playing it on my computer ive just bought a red one so exited now

@CraigsTechTalk 2 жыл бұрын

That’s very cool. Hope you enjoy it. Thank you for watching.

@comancheviperrrr 3 жыл бұрын

are use that 3.5 mm jack on the back to connect the echo to my stereo. I have an older receiver. So I have a cord that has that jack on my name and then the two audio cables on the other end. I run it into auxiliary 1. it works wonderfully. I have hooked up my previous echoes the same way. They sound great on their own but when you put them through 1000 W system, well they sound spectacular.

@MrKrieger56 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review, interesting improvements but not enough to get me to upgrade my current echo devices.

@MarcelitoLennisita 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Good video. One question. If I have a home theater connected to mi wifi, can I Sent alexa an order to stream music from spotify to that home theater with wifi?

@Larry-qz3es 3 жыл бұрын

I have the Echo 3rd Generation and plan to order the 4th Gen from Amazon soon.

@ishaanbakshi6460 3 жыл бұрын

I am very impressed with this new mediatek powered range. The device is so affordable!

@atharvshah2269 3 жыл бұрын

The Amazon Echo 4th gen with mediatek and Dolby Atmos support is an amazing device for its price

@williamlugo6426 3 жыл бұрын

I have it it’s preeeeety preeeeety preeeeety cool 😎 sounds good, good features 👀

@RICHTVLIVE 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video 📹 I am buying one for my sister for Christmas 🎄

@carlmoore4518 3 жыл бұрын

I have two Echo Plus's synced in my living room to create a simulated stereo sound. When I discovered this I was informed that could only be done with the "plus" model. So, I am curious if the new Echo's will be able to do this also? Thanks for the video.

@momadness4938 3 жыл бұрын

Thank for vid/review. Yeeeeeeah just don’t think it’s enough for me to swap out my echo collection through our house. One day I’d like to see when new electronic device come out you can still put old to good use so to say without having or I should say creating more clutter lol

@rycariad 3 жыл бұрын

I have the Echo Plus, and love it but I’m also curious about this and may get one later, after it’s been on the market for a while. But why would I choose this over the Apple HomePod/Mini?

@stnrfem 2 жыл бұрын

my dog got ahold of mine, chewed it and it barely got a scratch so durability is not a question , also i absolutely love the sound and i often also use it to connect my pc to my old wireless headphones that dont have bluetooth and use it as a bridge since it has a audio jack and i use it at the pool and its pretty portable and with my power bank i often take it alot of places, also got it on prime day so it was literally like 15$, a steal if u ask me (minus the data collection concerns but i really dont use that part and its often muted)

@ArmandoLuis1318 3 жыл бұрын

I have the small one and it’s awesome 👏.

@sgtbrownty Жыл бұрын

The echo dot with the clock is my new BFF. Thanks for partially muting the word "Al*xa" . Everything in the house that's connected to it, automatically goes to anticipation mode waiting for a command. Nice review.

@CraigsTechTalk Жыл бұрын

Very cool. Glad to hear you love it. The dot with the clock is one of my favorites. It's sitting there and always provides value with the time. Thank you for recognizing my muting. I try not to drive everyone crazy with devices going off. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching.

@SeesThings 3 жыл бұрын

My Echo sounds best when in the center of the room. Have you tried using the new one in different locations/places in a room to see if the sound is different? I was thinking maybe they used the front facing speakers to eliminate that issue.

@blueshreve6382 3 жыл бұрын

I don't think it's the shape itself that is so off-putting, but the fact it's all one solid color. if they had contrasting colors for speaker and base it may be more appealing. great vid.

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

That is a great point. The solid color is off putting.

@MyCovertNarcissism 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review as always. I do like the new design, it looks a little more futuristic, like something in Black Mirror, heheh. I don't quite understand the people who complain about upgrading when they think nothing of upgrading an iPhone every year just to keep up with everyone, but I guess thats a whole other thing. I'll probably get one, I am a huge fan of the Alexa range and I can't miss out on this.

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoy it. It is definitely a different look and maybe something more futuristic like you’re saying. Yeah I don’t know or understand people’s priorities when it comes to updating. So far these echoes have been pretty cool. Thanks for watching.

@Chiroman527 Жыл бұрын

Craig, I have a bit of a story that still has not been resolved. Succinctly as possible, In late March, I had a 2nd Gen (or a 3rd Gen - not sure), which was connected to 3 Different BT Devices in my Basement "Studio". Worked fine every day - I usually connected to my IOTA Stereo Integrated Amp w/BT Receiver. I use and only have Android based cell phones in the house. Then suddenly on March 27th, The Echo would not play on IOTA. Checked the Alexa App, checked the IOTA a number of times. The App showed the 3 devices, but would not connect. After calling IOTA who emailed me that there was no issues reported to them B4 this. I have the updated Firmware. FF, after numerous chats , emails with Amazon: rebooted everything (Routers, Apps, my Google Phone, etc.) The Amazon Agent had me return my 3rd Gen ECHO, warranty had expired, and had to Buy a new 4th Gen ECHO. Finally getting a discount is another story. So after applying all the measures we could think of, the new 4th Gen did the same thing EXCEPT, now it would recognize and connect to BY devices BUT when disconnected and I asked Alexa to Play Music (any previous sources that I use - Tidal Amazon, Spotify), it consistently said: "Sorry, That Device is OffLine". This went on for at least 6 weeks or more. Then as Suddenly, sometime in May, I tried it by asking Alexa to play music and it Worked !! But not for too long. FF, sent back the 3rd Replacement 4th Gen Echo. Then I ordered a new Dot with Clock. The Same Thing. Now I ordered a Refurbished 2nd Gen Echo and the same thing occurs: Sorry, That Device is Off Line. In one email in late April, while I was still pursuing answers, it said that this is a recognized problem which is World Wide. On eposter on their Forum indicated that this happened to him too, But when He used his wife's Apple Phone, there was no such problem. He swears it is a Glitch with Android and Amazon. FF, I discovered that if I pick a source of previously played music selection i the Alexa App, it works when a Pop Up Window comes up asking for me to select which device to play it on. Here's the real Kicker: I have an olsd 1st Gen Echo in the LR , it plays fine (although I never paired it to other BT devices) and a older DOT in the bedroom. No such problems arise. I'm curious if anyone else has encountered this issue? Let me add that I also have a Denon AVR Receiver which uses HEOS as a music selector. In this process of elimination, I deleted the app and rebooted everything - no help.

@kevin_wright 3 жыл бұрын

Craig, is it possible to set announcement volume for all Echos in a home? This is a constant roadblock in our home with 10 echos and 8 people.

@faengelm 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. What motion & door sensors did you pair with the hub? Did you get a chance to try out a actual temp sensor routine?

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Frank. Thank you. I am glad that you liked the video. It is a Zigbee sensors from Ecolink.

@anishelnino 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Craig, Can you suggest which one of the Echo 4th Gen & the Nest Audio is better in terms of audio quality? Both are priced exactly same & its quite confusing which one to go for. Any help will be appreciated. Cheers!

@tom6363 3 жыл бұрын

Question regarding the hub feature. I realize you can pair all your Zigbee (only) devices but does the Alexa app work differently and offer any more functionality or additional automation routines than you have in any of the Dots? In other words, can you do more with this Echo in terms of home automation other than just connecting Zigbee devices? Looking for a little more flexibility and advanced routines than what my Dot gives me. A little more like Smart Things would be GREAT!

@dhey_jan5 2 жыл бұрын

I just got mine today as my early christmas gift. Got it on sale $59.99 payable in 5months. I was so excited but when I connect it to my phone using aux cable it didn’t work only in bluetooth. The reason I got this is to connect my V8 sound card to make a cover song.

@SantoshTHM 2 жыл бұрын

Yes the base is really good but the clarity of sound has decreased when compared to 3 Gen, check our the hear the lows and mids

@harcourtmudd 3 жыл бұрын

Geeze it looks huge.. Might as well do a Bowling ball finish on one with controls in the holes :). I expected a new one with the blow out prices during Prime Day. Whats next the Echo Death Star?

@mimicotom 2 жыл бұрын

I plan to buy the 4th generation. Amazon usually has a sale on them in December.

@alanheuson7100 Жыл бұрын

Love the ball shape 😍

@bjfulmer 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Craig. I'm still confused about what exactly is the difference between the Echo Dot 3rd generation Smart Home Hub and the Echo Dot 3rd generation speaker? What are the differences and why would you purchase the hub over just the speaker? Can I turn on and off lights with just the Echo Dot without the Hub?

@EazyCheeze 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Craig! GREAT video, as always! I do have a question: Do you know if the INPUT (via Bluetooth or 3.5mm) functionality that you discussed is going to be backported to the 3rd gen (Dot, for the record) via a software update or is that only something for the newer devices, in the hardware? I have in the past wished that my Dot were indeed a Bluetooth input device so I could play my iPod's music on it out through my speakers, soon to be mentioned (of course Amazon Music lets me connect to the Dot and "cast" my current playlist to it), so this would be a very cool feature, though of course I probably wouldn't want to pay $100 just for that. As for the audio quality improvements, I hear them too, BUT I have a very venerable Bose Companion2 (IIRC) set which I enjoy greatly, which has a second input jack (my computer's on primary), and still has wonderful sound even after over five years I'm gonna say, that still bring the bass as strongly as the first day, which is profound to me. The 3.5mm output jack on the Dot is being used in full. :) The hub - I do not currently have any devices that require one, and it seems that Tuya's Smart Life app has me covered for any IoT devices that I may be interested in. A door sensor on the mailbox might be handy in the future, but right now I'm not in need. So, I don't really see the need to upgrade from my current Dot right now. For newcomers to the Alexa-sphere (HAH) and for fans of the snazzy sphere design (I like it indeed!) I would absolutely recommend it. Take care, Craig; have a great day!

@TheBongRapper 2 жыл бұрын

No way

@dhruvbatra1693 3 жыл бұрын

The design is very beautiful along with the features and the integrated mediatek chip

@cinderella3414 3 жыл бұрын

What is the purpose of this chip you mentioned? I bought mine for a great price around Thanksgiving & received free 2 smart bulbs. There are many down sides but the sound is much better than Echo gen 2. I have no idea why there seems to be no way to use a remote so l don't have to yell & scream at a silly speaker. The Bass, treble & mid range setting are a nice improvement.

@thndercat1 2 жыл бұрын

I got it couple days ago because of you

@ZZR1100Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Got my Blue version yesterday and really like it! Waiting for the update to start conversations with my echo 4 with the new chip generation! Voice will also change a little bit...we will see...hear

@CraigsTechTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool. Yeah, I want to see how the az1 changes thing.

@WargodFilms 3 жыл бұрын

What about sound how's the sound

@ZZR1100Racer 3 жыл бұрын

@@WargodFilms I really like the Sound with very good price/quality level.