This is the simplest way to make your car smarter, and it's now just $15
Sometimes, you just want to talk and have someone else do all the work for you. Well, that's what the Amazon Echo Auto is for, giving you the ultimate hands-free experience. The best part is that it's simple and easy to set up, and also includes a USB-C charger for any devices that might need a charge while on the road.
As far as the hardware goes, the Echo Auto features five microphones in order to be able to listen for your voice over the noise disturbances that you may encounter on the road. One thing to note is that, since this is an Amazon product, you're going to have to rely on Alexa, which could be a little different from what you're used to.
When it comes to the actions you can perform, the Echo Auto can play your favorite music, take and make calls, message friends, and even check in on and control other Alexa devices you might own at your home or office. For the most part, it's pretty straightforward, but a good accessory to add to your car if you want an enhanced hands-free experience.
It's a cheap and effective way to Alexa in your car, and it also works quite well. And while we didn't love its initial price, with this steep of a discount, it's hard not to recommend it. So get it now ahead of Prime Day because we don't think you'll see a better price.
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