So let's look at the model Echo Show 10 itself. Thought it was going to be something like putting a tablet on top of an Apple Home Pod (first gen). Well....it's not. Keep forgetting the Echo Show devices are not tablet user interface devices and the sound quality is not even close to the Home Pod, so just a tad disappointed with that. That said, I do really like the device. I don't have a problem with the Echo UI, in fact i kinda like it better than a tablet. The sound isn't bad, it just isn't what I was hoping for after looking at the design and certainly the price point. The screen and camera quality are really quite good, although when I watch the home screen transition from one picture to another the transition is not super smooth, like maybe the processor is a little under-powered. Not sure about that one tho. The motion feature is nice that it moves to "look at" whoever in the room is talking to it (nice feature), the problem is you can turn the motion off, close the camera and still it's gonna move to what ever section of the house has the brightest light. That is so annoying. I might want it to stay looking "at me" and not move around so I ask it to play something, turn any motion option OFF and it will eventually move anyway. Drives me up the wall. I think that could probably be addressed in a software OS fix, hopefully soon. Also, when you talk to it, it will move around a lot like it's trying to figure out where you are exaclty. All in all, it isn't a bad device for the living room, picture, sound, camera all nice, just needs the motion adjusted to "don't move" means "don't move" and they could probably upgrade the processor or maybe adjust the OS a little. If you need an Echo Show and you are only going to purchase one AND don't need it to function as a hub, I'd go with the Echo Show 8 (2021). Otherwise, wait for some changes to this model. Gave it 4 stars for all nice features, but minus one big star for the motion. Does play live video feeds like ABC News really well, that's a plus...and my favorite Sci-Fi (Expanse) looks amazing on it too. If they fix any issues I'll update this review. Hope it helps.
Review Update 9/3/2022: So I moved the Echo 10 into a different room where the lighting was more even and that stopped most of the moving around problems. Then one day it seemed to want to move again and when I was finished a screen popped up that asked if I wanted to change the direction limits. I said yes and it had a great feature I wasn't aware of that let me set the boundaries to the smallest movement possible. With those two changes I have updated my 4 stars to 5. Problems solved and now I don't have to constantly look at the back of the screen. Very happy, really like this product. Thinking about buying another one to replace an Echo 5. The 5 is amazing, but I've gotten to the point where I just want the biggest screen possible, thus the only reason to replace the 5. Good luck, hope this info helps!
Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) | HD smart display with premium sound, motion and Alexa | Charcoal
4.5 | 50,163 ratings
Price: 249.99
Last update: 09-06-2024
About this item
Alexa can show you even more - With a 10.1" HD screen that’s designed to move with you, video calls, recipes, and shows are always in view. The speakers deliver premium, directional sound.
Stay in frame - Video call friends and family or take a picture while the 13MP camera with auto-framing and motion keeps you front and center.
Smart home made simple - Set up compatible Zigbee and Matter devices without a separate hub. Ask Alexa to show you security cameras, control lights, and adjust thermostats.
Take a look around when you’re away - Securely access the built-in camera to remotely monitor your home anytime with the Alexa app or other Echo Show devices.
So much entertainment - Ask Alexa to play your favorite shows, music, and podcasts from Prime Video, Netflix, Amazon Music, Spotify, and more.
The ultimate kitchen companion - Get daily personalized recipes, cook along hands-free with step-by-step instructions, set timers, and add to your grocery list.
Put your memories on display - Use Amazon Photos & Alexa for a picture-perfect pairing. You can turn your home screen into a digital frame, invite friends and family to share photos, 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. Disable motion at any time.
Stay in frame - Video call friends and family or take a picture while the 13MP camera with auto-framing and motion keeps you front and center.
Smart home made simple - Set up compatible Zigbee and Matter devices without a separate hub. Ask Alexa to show you security cameras, control lights, and adjust thermostats.
Take a look around when you’re away - Securely access the built-in camera to remotely monitor your home anytime with the Alexa app or other Echo Show devices.
So much entertainment - Ask Alexa to play your favorite shows, music, and podcasts from Prime Video, Netflix, Amazon Music, Spotify, and more.
The ultimate kitchen companion - Get daily personalized recipes, cook along hands-free with step-by-step instructions, set timers, and add to your grocery list.
Put your memories on display - Use Amazon Photos & Alexa for a picture-perfect pairing. You can turn your home screen into a digital frame, invite friends and family to share photos, 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. Disable motion at any time.
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BornForTech
Nice hub for the living room, but needs moving space and moves ALL THE TIME! (Now UPDATED)
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2022
Vlad
If on the fence, please read. (UPDATED JUL2022)
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2021
Vlad
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2021
Bugs observed:
- Screen rotates past you.
- Barely touching the screen for an action result in a path is blocked message.
- Can’t rotate at night because if an area is lit dimly will result in motion stopping and an error message
- Some error messages disappear pretty quickly
- During a video call the zooming, orienting of the lenses is not quite right
- Sometimes it won’t respond to the wake up word.
Hardware wise though, this one is better in every regard than its predecessor, which I considered a 5 star product, so the potential is there. So, while I think they would have benefited from a bit more of development time, I think the potential is there. Hopefully, they can do a firmware update to correct the issues. At this point I am not returning it, but if you haven’t bought it, I would wait for a few updates.
UPDATE JAN2022 (Raised one star):
Some of the most annoying bugs have been fixed but not all of them have. However, the improvements are significant enough that I would consider purchasing another one if on sale. If not,the current Gen Show 8 is really good too.
UPDATE JUL2022 (Raised another star)
This is what I expected when I ordered this device. Haven’t had a bug in a while. Screen rotation is significantly better, stopping at the correct spots and following better. Additionally, a friend that ordered a current gen black Echo Show 8, received a black power cord with it; it appears that Amazon is moving in the right direction with the power cords. Given that those were my main issues with the device, I raised it a star.
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Matthew
Advanced features for the whole family!
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2024