Amazon’s newest lineup of smart speakers includes the Echo Dot Max – but it doesn’t quite do enough to justify its price.

Amazon is transforming home theater setups and turning them into surround sound systems via Alexa's new update for Echo Dot ...

For audio, the Echo Dot Max has powerful sound that adapts to the room it’s in, using Omnisense technology. It has deeper ...

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It's been a very long time coming, but Amazon has finally refreshed its popular Echo speakers with a duo of great-sounding devices. The latest Echo Dot Max and the ultimate Echo Studio went on sale ...

There’s a lot more riding on Amazon’s latest batch of Echo hardware than usual. After all, these are the first devices arriving alongside Alexa+, the AI-powered revamp of the company’s signature voice ...

During my first few days with the Amazon Echo Dot Max, my general feeling was, “well, it’s definitely an Amazon Echo.” That’s not a bad thing, mind you; having a reliable Alexa speaker in my living ...

Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. While it effectively replaces the previous ...

At the heart of these new Echo speakers are Amazon’s latest AZ3 and AZ3 Pro processors. These chips come with an integrated AI Accelerator that allows Alexa+ to handle more advanced AI functions ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The hardware finally feels ready, but Alexa Plus is still a work in progress. If you buy something from a Verge ...

Rich, powerful sound on both speakers. Updated design with easier buttons and tap controls. Has Alexa+ right away, no waiting list required. Smart-home hub built into both. Buttons can show oil stains ...