The Vergecast Amazon announces Ring security drone, new Echo devices, a gaming service, and a whole lot more
Sep 25, 2020
The hosts dive into Amazon's latest innovations, including a quirky Ring security drone that flies indoors. The new Echo devices feature a fresh spherical design and faster Alexa capabilities. They also discuss the launch of Luna, Amazon's cloud gaming service powered by advanced hardware. Privacy concerns surrounding smart home tech and the implications of a mesh network system are examined. In addition, advancements like Wi-Fi 6 and iOS 14's customizable widgets spark creativity in the tech landscape.
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Rural Ring Life
- Nilay lives in a rural area where his Ring Neighbors feed mostly shows bears.
- This contrasts with urban areas where the feed reflects neighborhood anxieties.
Echo Redesign
- Amazon redesigned the Echo as a sphere to encourage upgrades.
- The light ring moved to the bottom, raising privacy concerns.
Echo Show 10 Feature
- The Echo Show 10 swivels to follow you.
- It uses computer vision, not facial recognition.