You can get useful gadgets for the Echo Show and the Dot for under 50 euros. We’ll show you whether the accessories are actually any good.
These gadgets make using Echo devices even easier. (Source: Amazon)
- Amazon’s Easter offers also include all sorts of practical accessories for Echo Dot and Echo Show.
- For less than 50 euros, you can get practical brackets and adapters that will upgrade your Echo speaker.
- Matching accessories such as the Amazon Smart Plug for controlling analogue devices are also available cheaper.
You can find all kinds of accessories for Echo, Echo Show and Echo Dot on the Internet that make using the devices more convenient. At this point we will introduce you to inexpensive extensions for the speakers manufactured by Amazon. The whole thing doesn’t have to be expensive either. You can find any gadgets that expand the range of functions for less than 50 euros.
Wall or socket holder for the Echo Dot
Finding the right place for the Echo Dot in your home is not easy. Finally, the speaker should be slightly elevated so that you can understand Alexa and she can understand you. The speaker also requires a power source nearby, as the included power cable is limited in length and the Echo Dot does not have a battery. Typically, the Alexa speaker often ends up on the TV board. But that’s not a good idea.
Because if someone says “Alexa” or a similar word on TV, there is a risk that the speaker will be accidentally activated. This can be quite annoying. You can prevent this by choosing a different activation word instead of Alexa. Since the selection of possible words is limited and there are no unusual terms, this only partially reduces the risk of accidental activation.
But there is a solution that allows you to place your Echo Dot more freely in the room: suitable holders for wall sockets and sockets.
Wall mount for Echo Dot
Required screws and dowels included in delivery
Cable routing
This wall mount regularly costs 24.99 euros, but is currently available for 19.99 euros. It is an official Amazon certified accessory, which you can recognize by the “Made for Amazon” seal. It can be used for both the Echo Dot 4 and the Echo Dot 5. All you have to do is attach the holder to the wall and then place the Echo Dot on it. The screws and dowels required for this as well as an adhesive strip are included in the scope of delivery. It also offers cable management.
If you don’t like drilling, there is another alternative: the socket holder from PlusAcc. However, it is only available for the Echo Dot 5. You can use it to attach the Echo Dot and its cable to a socket – without having to drill into the wall.
Attach Echo Dot to the wall – without drilling
integrated cable management
only for Echo Dot 5
You can currently get the holder from 13.99 euros. This normally costs 16.99 euros. The holder is available in black and white. You insert the Echo Dot into the holder here and then plug it into the socket. The long power cable can also be wound inside the holder so that no excess cable hangs in the room.
Battery pack for the Echo Dot
The Echo Dot is now also suitable for background music. It’s just stupid that he always has to rely on a socket. So you can’t take it with you on the balcony or terrace. This is where this accessory comes into play.
expands the Echo with a 5,000 mAh battery
Compatible with Echo Dot 4 and 5
available in black and white
You can get the Echo Dot battery pack from PlusAcc on Amazon for 39.99 euros. It can be used with both the Echo Dot 4 and Echo Dot 5. Depending on the selected volume and intensity of use, the Echo Dot should be able to be used independently of the socket for up to 13 hours.
Last but not least, the Smart Plug from Amazon expands the functionality of all Echo speakers enormously. You can now also use it to control non-smart devices using voice commands – for example the lighting on your Christmas tree. So it’s also a good gift for fans.
Control via app or voice
Easy to set up and use
Create routines and schedules via the Alexa app
The Amazon Smart Plug works with Alexa and can also be easily operated using voice commands when paired. No smart home hub is required to create routines and schedules – customization is done via the Alexa app. The smart plug regularly costs 24.99 euros, you can currently get it for 15.99 euros.
Current offers on Amazon
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