Amazon Echo Hub (newest model), 8” smart home control panel, Designed for Alexa+, Compatible with thousands of devices

Specifications

Size

7.9"W x 5.4"H x 0.6"D (202 mm x 137mm x 15mm)

Audio

Pair of top ported full range speakers, with stereo playback

Weight

12.9 ounces (365 grams). Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process.

Display

8” touch screen with 1280 x 800 resolution

Sensors

Passive infrared (PIR) sensor for proximity detection, ambient light sensor (ALS)

Language

Alexa speaks English and Spanish.

Processor

MediaTek MT 8169 A

Amazon Sidewalk

Sidewalk uses Echo and Ring devices to securely keep other devices connected and help find lost items by reporting their approximate location to the owner. Sidewalk can enable supported devices to remain connected even when wifi is lost or the supported devices are outside the range of their home wifi. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth and the approximate location of your devices to provide these benefits to you and your neighbors. Sidewalk is turned on for your device unless you have previously turned it off. You can turn off Sidewalk at any time. Learn more about Amazon Sidewalk.

Privacy features

Wake word technology, streaming indicators, microphone off button, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings, support for Ring’s End-to-End Encryption feature that provides End-to-End Encrypted Ring video (coming soon) on your Echo Hub, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy.

Set up technology

Amazon WiFi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their wifi network in a few easy steps. WiFi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about Frustration-Free Setup.

Wifi connectivity

Dual-band wifi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wifi networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc or peer-to-peer wifi networks.

Power requirements

Compatible with alternative USB-C PD power accessories. Power supply must comply with USB PD protocol and support both 5V/2.4A and 9V/3A ratings.

Included in the box

Echo Hub, power adapter (12.5W) and 6 ft. (1.8m) cord (white), wall mount, anchors, screws, mounting template, and quick start guide. Setup requires internet via wifi or ethernet. Device can be wall mounted (electric drill required) or placed on a stand (sold separately). Device not intended for handheld or portable use.

Power over Ethernet

Supports PoE with compatible USB-C converter. Requires IEEE 802.3at/PoE+/Type2 or IEEE 802.3bt /PoE++/Type 3 support.

System requirements

Echo Hub comes ready to connect to your internet via wifi or ethernet. The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Supported operating systems.

Service Availability

Certain services and skills are subject to change or withdrawal at any time, may not be available in all areas and languages, and may require compatible devices. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees.

Warranty and service

1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Echo Hub is subject to these terms found here.

Accessibility features

To enable features that personalize Alexa to your abilities, go to Settings → Accessibility.• Tap to Alexa enables access to Alexa via touch, instead of speech, through on-screen tiles or a keyboard, including the ability to save your favorite actions.• Adaptive Listening provides customers more time to finish speaking before Alexa responds.• Preferred Speaking Rate enables customers to control how fast or slow Alexa speaks.• Alexa Captioning, Call Captioning, and Closed Captioning provide text captions in any mode for supported content.• VoiceView screen reader enables access for customers who are blind or visually impaired.• Screen Magnifier enables customers to zoom in/out, and pan around the screen.• Notify When Nearby will play notification sounds when you’re detected near your Echo device.• Kindle Read Aloud will have Alexa read your Kindle books aloud.• Real Time Text enables customers to type live text in a video call.• Alexa Accessibility features also include settings for Color Inversion, Color Correction, Request Sound and more.

Bluetooth connectivity

Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Hub or from Echo Hub to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) for voice control of connected Bluetooth speakers. Hands-Free Profile (HFP) not supported. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes not supported.

Alexa Skills and features

Alexa makes your life easier, more meaningful, and more fun by letting you voice control your world. Alexa can help you get more out of the things you already love and discover new possibilities you've never imagined. Discover and learn what Alexa can do.

Software Security Updates

Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device.

Smart Home Device Compatibility

Compatible with WiFi and Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh devices, as well as Zigbee, Thread, and Matter devices as a controller only. Visit the help page to troubleshoot compatible devices.