The Echo Dot 5th generation has a built-in temperature sensor and improved audio with deeper bass and clearer vocals than the previous generation. Tap gestures provide physical control without voice commands, and it connects to over 100,000 smart home devices including Ring, Philips Hue, and most smart plugs.
The Echo Dot 5th generation is a compact smart speaker with improved audio delivering clearer vocals and deeper bass than the previous generation. Amazon states the built-in temperature sensor enables smart home automations based on room conditions, and tap gestures allow physical control for pausing music, snoozing alarms, and ending calls without voice commands. Compatible with over 100,000 smart home devices including Ring, Philips Hue, and most smart plugs and thermostats.
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