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- See your day clearly with Alexa at the ready - Set alarms and timers, check your calendar or the news, make video calls with the 2 MP camera, and stream music or shows—all with your voice.
- Add Alexa to your nightstand – Ease into the day with a routine that turns compatible lights on gradually. Or wake up to your news update, the weather forecast, and your favorite music.
- Manage your smart home - Look in when you're away with the built-in camera. Control compatible devices like cameras, lights, and more using the interactive display, your voice, or your motion.
- Connect with video calling – Use the 2 MP camera to call friends and family who have the Alexa app or an Echo device with a screen. Make announcements to other compatible devices in your home.
- Be entertained - Ask Alexa to play TV shows and movies via Prime Video, Netflix, and more. Or stream favorites from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, and others.
- Put photos on (smart) display - Use Amazon Photos or Facebook to turn your home screen into a digital frame.
- 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.
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Q: Is this device compatible with Blink video door bells?
A: Hello Tiredoldman, you want to know the Blink Video Doorbell is compatible with the Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen). The Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) is compatible with the Blink Video Doorbell. Hope this has answered your question. Have an amazing day!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 7 months agoBrand expertA: Hi, Tiredoldman! Regarding your question about the Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen): The Blink Video Doorbell works well with Alexa enabled devices like the Amazon Echo Show 5. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.
submitted byIvan - 7 months agoTarget expert support
Q: can it be shut off yet, still show the time.
A: Hi, Lee! Regarding your question about the Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen): It needs power to show the clock. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.
submitted byIvan - 15 days agoTarget expert support
Q: What's the difference/or do I REALLY NEED a Echo Show if I've already got Alexa on my Fire 8? What more can this Echo Show do that my brand new Fire 8 can't do? Thanks!
A: Hello! While the Fire 8 will do a lot that the Echo Show 5 does, there are some differences. The new Echo Show 5 features an upgrade camera (2 MP vs 1 MP), the ability to look in while you are away with the built-in camera, and the ability to control compatible smart home devices with your motion. Add Alexa to your nightstand - Ease into the day with a routine that turns compatible lights on gradually. Or wake up to your news update, the weather forecast, and your favorite music. 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. Hope this helps and have a great day!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 24 days agoBrand expert
Q: Will Echo Show show the title and artist of music that is played through the speaker, for instance, from Siriux XM?
A: Hello! You can use your voice to play music, movies, videos, or TV shows from Prime Video and supported streaming services on your Echo Show devices. Here are some examples of things you can ask Alexa to do while streaming: -"Show me my video library." (Prime Video only) -"Show me my Watch list." (Prime Video only) -"Show me [title]." -"Search for [TV show]." -"Show me movies with [actor]." -"Show me [genre] movies." -"Open [video provider]." Have a great day!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 1 month agoBrand expert
Q: Do you need an I phone for this to work? My dad does not have an i phone. Would he be able to use it if I set it up for him using my phone, but obviously my ohone would not be with him on site.
A: Hi Mom! No, an iPhone is not needed to setup your Echo Show device. All you need is an Amazon account, and you can complete setup on the device itself. If you'd like to customize the device further, or add it to a group, you will just need the Alexa app on a phone or tablet to do this. Thanks for your question, have a great day!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: will this work with the RING CAMERA SYSTEM, DOORBELL?
A: Hello DEB! Yes this device is fully compatible with Ring Video Doorbells when you link your Ring account in the Alexa Smartphone app on your smartphone by going to Devices>Plus Sign at the top right>Add Device then follow the on screen instructions to add your Ring Video Doorbell. Once linked, you will be able to be notified on your Show 5 when someone is at the door and answer the door and talk through your Show fully handsfree by saying "Alexa, talk to the front door." Thanks so much for your question and I hope you have a terrific day!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: Will I be able to see who is at my door on the blink doorbell on the echo?
A: Hi Elizabeth, You will be able to link your Blink Doorbell and Echo Show 5 via the Alexa App by searching for the Blink Skill. After this is done, simply ask Alexa to show you the front door! Hope that helps!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: do I need the Alexa Echo cylinder style I order to use this?
A: Hello Sandy, The Echo Show 5 works independently. There is no need for another device to make this one work. When you plug it in, you will be prompted on the screen to set up the device. After set up, you will be able to use Alexa through the device for anything you desire. I hope this helps! Have a great day!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: While using the alarm, can you wake up to stream music?
A: Hi Cathy! The answer is yes. Use your voice to create alarms with Alexa. To manage your alarms, use the Reminders and Alarms section in the Alexa app. "Set an alarm for [time] to [music genre or song]." "Set an alarm for [time] to [music genre or song] every day." Hope this helps and have a great day!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: I have ring doorbells do I need to purchase an Alexa or other device to use this?
A: Hi Patty! Ring devices are compatible with this Echo Show 5 device. To do so, First, you’ll need to download the Alexa app on your mobile device or tablet. Get the Alexa app from the Apple App Store (iOS devices), or the Google Play Store (Android devices). You may also need to update your mobile device's operating system. If you already have the Ring App you'll need to ensure you have the latest version. Next, follow these steps to add Ring as a Skill in the Alexa app: Open the Alexa app and tap the More icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right corner. Tap Skills & Games. Tap the Search icon (magnifying glass) at the top right corner. Type Ring into the search field. Tap Ring (first result). Tap Enable to Use. On the next screen, sign in with your Ring login credentials to link your Ring account with your Amazon account. Tap Enable Skill and Link Accounts, or Enable Skill if your Ring and Amazon accounts are already linked. Once the Skill is enabled, tap Discover Devices. Alexa will be enabled on all of your Ring devices. To disable Alexa from a particular device, tap Forget next to the device name. Note: If your Ring devices do not appear after you tap Discover Devices, you can say, “Alexa, discover my devices,” or tap the Devices icon at the bottom right corner of the Alexa app. Hope this helps and have a great day!
submitted byAmazon Devices Customer Support - 2 months agoBrand expert
