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JBL Link View Smart Speaker

If you’re looking for a smart speaker, chances are that you are already eyeing Amazon’s Echo range of products. We know that the online retailer is currently the market leader when it comes to smart home management and virtual assistants, but when it comes to audio performance, there are other brands out there that can do even better. For example, JBL Link View, which appears to compete directly against the new Echo Show, is worth your consideration due to the sound quality it produces.

JBL is already an established name when it comes to audio. So you can look forward to clarity with enough bass to handle various tunes. However, it’s primarily marketed as an alternative to Amazon’s lineup. First of all, we would like to point out that we love its pill-shaped design over the Echo Show’s bulkier appearance.

The touchscreen sits in between two front-firing drivers with a matte finish on the rear assembly. You will find a metallic JBL emblem on the rear with control buttons located just above it. This smart speaker uses Google Assistant to handles all your queries and commands seamlessly. It is compatible with most smart home products and should give the 2018 Amazon Echo Show a run for its money. However, at $199.95, some might consider the latter a better deal instead.

JBL Link View $199.95

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January 7, 2019 / Comments Off on JBL Link View Smart Speaker
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2018 Amazon Echo Show

When Amazon released the original Echo Show, it was met with both good and bad feedback from consumers. It had all of the functions and features of the company’s Alexa-powered smart speakers and even included a 7-inch touchscreen. However, it came with a somewhat outdated design with its front-facing speaker right below the display. It also featured an angular and boxy look that did not sit well with some owners who preferred a curvy aesthetic akin to other Echo offerings. It appears that the online retailer finally came up with a new look that’s more pleasing than its predecessor with the 2018 Amazon Echo Show.

The 2018 model comes with a new touchscreen, which is 10.1 inches. The speaker configuration now positions them on the side. Each one boasts neodymium drivers and is equipped with real-time Dolby audio enhancement. You can still find an advanced 8-microphone array that can pick up voice commands with ease.

Another new feature that comes with the 2018 Amazon Echo Show is the support for video calling via Skype. Moreover, the new device now touts web-browsing capabilities via the Firefox or Silk browser. Cooking should be a breeze now that the smart speaker is compatible with Amazon Meal Kits. Get ready to shell out around $299.99 to upgrade your connected lifestyle.

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December 27, 2018 / Comments Off on 2018 Amazon Echo Show
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