Amazon has announced a revamped lineup of its smart speaker series, the Amazon Echo, releasing the Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio on October 29, 2025. I was able to actually borrow these two models, so ...

In brief: Amazon at its annual hardware event in Seattle on Wednesday announced its first high-end smart speaker. The Echo Studio is described as the most innovative speaker Amazon has ever built and ...

Amazon makes a lot of Echo smart speakers at many different price points. But when it comes to audio performance, even the company's best devices haven't been able to top premium competitors like the ...

I vividly remember testing the first Echo Studio. Even though that was nearly six years ago, I can clearly recall my surprise that Amazon had finally built a smart speaker that actually sounded good.

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 ...