Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen, Version 2)

Top-mounted control buttons make operation simple. And the illuminated ring lets you know when the mic's on. The Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen, Version 2) retains all the voice control options of the previous 3rd Gen device. Use Amazon Alexa voice commands to order take-out or call up a favorite playlist. Ask for the weather, the news, and more. The Echo Dot features a four-microphone array with far-field voice recognition to ensure your commands are heard clearly. Use your voice to control smart lights, switches, and thermostats from companies like Wemo , Philips Hue , Samsung SmartThings , Nest , and more. The Alexa virtual assistant app can answer questions, read audiobooks to you, find a recipe, tell you who won last night's game and more. All activated by the sound of your voice. The Echo Dot features Alexa Guard with Smart Alerts. When the feature is activated, your Echo Dot will send you a smartphone notification if it detects the sound of a smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, or breaking glass. You can ...