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Amazon Echo Show 5 & Echo Show 8 The Complete User Guide - Learn to Use Your Echo Show Like A Pro: Includes Alexa Skills, Tips and Tricks
2023 - 2024 EditionThe Amazon Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8 are the two new outstanding Alexa enabled Echo devices. This is the complete, up to date Echo Show 5 & Echo Show 8 user guide from Tech Ace CJ Andersen that will show you how to use this new device like a pro.
This guide covers every aspect of the Echo Show and its AI software Alexa
Echo Show SetupAlexa App BasicsWatching Amazon VideoWatching Movie TrailersControlling Fire TVControlling Dish TVListening to MusicListening to Audio BooksShopping Lists & To-do ListsReminders, Alarms & TimersAlexa SkillsSmart Home DevicesAsking QuestionsCheck and Manage Your CalendarFind Local Businesses and RestaurantsFind Traffic InformationWeather InformationGo to the MoviesHear the NewsSportsShop AmazonCalls and MessagingAnd all other Echo Show Settings
This guide covers every aspect of the Echo Show and its AI software Alexa
Echo Show SetupAlexa App BasicsWatching Amazon VideoWatching Movie TrailersControlling Fire TVControlling Dish TVListening to MusicListening to Audio BooksShopping Lists & To-do ListsReminders, Alarms & TimersAlexa SkillsSmart Home DevicesAsking QuestionsCheck and Manage Your CalendarFind Local Businesses and RestaurantsFind Traffic InformationWeather InformationGo to the MoviesHear the NewsSportsShop AmazonCalls and MessagingAnd all other Echo Show Settings
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165 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 16, 2017
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December 5, 2017
I’m not a very “techy” person. I don’t hate technology; rather I actually enjoy many of the new gadgets that are out there. The ones I have problems with are those that talk back to me and considering how much I argue with the Bluetooth lady in my car, I’m not sure how well Alexa and I would get along. My better half feels otherwise so that is how I found myself reading this guide about how to use the Amazon Echo Show and hoping that I can become boss over Alexa.
Amazon Echo Show is honestly one of the most well written user guides that I have ever read. Mr. Andersen has managed to turn rather dry material into something that is easy to read and, for a technology guide, rather interesting. He starts from the beginning when you open the box of your new Amazon Echo Show and he writes about exactly what to expect and what should be included in the box. From there he gives very detailed instructions about how to set up the Echo. This is one of the things I liked about this guide. It is quite short, only one hundred and eleven pages on my tablet, but it is very detailed and organized. However, as detailed as it is, the instructions are still very easy to understand, no matter how technologically illiterate you may be.
There are times when Mr. Andersen tends to veer off in a different direction that doesn’t always involve using the Echo. For example, he writes about the relationship between Amazon Echo and Google and YouTube. There is some correlation to how to use the Echo but it also doesn’t seem to be a necessity to have in the guide. For me though, I found all of the author’s tidbits quite interesting. There are lots of links that can be accessed straight from the digital copy which is quite convenient. There are also lots of pictures that will help the reader understand better the instructions that they are following. Finally, Mr. Andersen provides his email address so that if you still have any questions after reading the user guide you can email him. This shows me how much interest he takes in his readers.
This is a wonderful user’s guide for all ages to read and well worth buying if and when you invest in the Echo Show.
I read this in digital format and it worked well. The cover was bright and enticing.
Amazon Echo Show is honestly one of the most well written user guides that I have ever read. Mr. Andersen has managed to turn rather dry material into something that is easy to read and, for a technology guide, rather interesting. He starts from the beginning when you open the box of your new Amazon Echo Show and he writes about exactly what to expect and what should be included in the box. From there he gives very detailed instructions about how to set up the Echo. This is one of the things I liked about this guide. It is quite short, only one hundred and eleven pages on my tablet, but it is very detailed and organized. However, as detailed as it is, the instructions are still very easy to understand, no matter how technologically illiterate you may be.
There are times when Mr. Andersen tends to veer off in a different direction that doesn’t always involve using the Echo. For example, he writes about the relationship between Amazon Echo and Google and YouTube. There is some correlation to how to use the Echo but it also doesn’t seem to be a necessity to have in the guide. For me though, I found all of the author’s tidbits quite interesting. There are lots of links that can be accessed straight from the digital copy which is quite convenient. There are also lots of pictures that will help the reader understand better the instructions that they are following. Finally, Mr. Andersen provides his email address so that if you still have any questions after reading the user guide you can email him. This shows me how much interest he takes in his readers.
This is a wonderful user’s guide for all ages to read and well worth buying if and when you invest in the Echo Show.
I read this in digital format and it worked well. The cover was bright and enticing.
February 24, 2024
Good stuff
Although I've had an Echo Show for nearly 4 years, I have now given one to my spouse who is a bit of a Luddite. Mmm, this book is provided me with the information to make using the Show easier to use as well as helping my wife learn to use hers. I like the way the topics are laid out and their information is presented. Good stuff, indeed.
Although I've had an Echo Show for nearly 4 years, I have now given one to my spouse who is a bit of a Luddite. Mmm, this book is provided me with the information to make using the Show easier to use as well as helping my wife learn to use hers. I like the way the topics are laid out and their information is presented. Good stuff, indeed.
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December 19, 2017It would be good if I could read it doesn't seam to won't to let me in.
December 19, 2017
Not that impressed as states I have read all the book not the case and now can not get book back, was not informed that I could not read more than once. Bit of a con really.
August 20, 2018
Why
I got this book to see if this echo show would be worth it for me. I guess not because some of the features I wanted wasn't there
I got this book to see if this echo show would be worth it for me. I guess not because some of the features I wanted wasn't there
November 23, 2018
Great guide
Liked easy and fast read
Lots of starter tips
Well organized chapters
Links to resources included
Written in lay and terms
Liked easy and fast read
Lots of starter tips
Well organized chapters
Links to resources included
Written in lay and terms
December 10, 2019
Very insightful
Learned about a lot of new features!! Before, I didn't even realize I could access youtube! So happy now! Thanks!
Learned about a lot of new features!! Before, I didn't even realize I could access youtube! So happy now! Thanks!
January 17, 2020
Very good information
This is a good reference book for the Echo Show. There is tons of valuable information. so many ideas Ipoh how to use your echo show
This is a good reference book for the Echo Show. There is tons of valuable information. so many ideas Ipoh how to use your echo show
December 1, 2017
A great guide to the ever popular Amazon Echo Show, The Amazon Echo Show: The Complete User Guide: Learn to Use Your Amazon Echo Show Like a Pro by C.J. Andersen is a great resource guide to anyone just learning to use their Amazon Echo Show. The book covers everything from simple features like the on and off button to how to sync the device to Smart House devices and troubleshooting. Although a lot of the information is repeated in multiple places throughout the book, the information in the book is simple to find and understand and includes resources on where to find the most up-to-date information about the Echo Show that upgrades every day that a book wouldn’t be able to keep up with. It is a handy resource if you own or are thinking of purchasing this device.
The greatest strength of this resource book is by far the step by step and easy to understand instructions about how to sync other devices with the Echo Show as well as how to operate it. The book covers every device from music and books to syncing smart house features. There are several screenshots provided as well which helps to clarify where these features are. The book is divided up into sections so you can find what you are looking for easily as well. The author also did the legwork to find resources you can check to look for the latest features as they mention the device upgrades every day and there will be new things for you to learn to do that a print book couldn’t keep up with.
The biggest drawback to the book for me was the repeated information throughout the book when I was reading it straight through. In all fairness, the author told us there would be repeat information and I understand that it was for the ease of being able to skip to a certain section to actually troubleshoot the device when you are actually using it but I still wish there was a better way to have divided up the chapters to save us from reading it through two to three times.
Overall, this is a great resource book to review if you are using your Echo Show or thinking of purchasing one. It is very practical, easy to use and understand, and covers such a variety of topics thoroughly that it is easily worth the purchase. The author also mentioned that they would update the book as major adjustments were made to the Echo Show which is a win for everyone if they follow through but they also include resources that appear to be reliable for you to check for any immediate updates.
The greatest strength of this resource book is by far the step by step and easy to understand instructions about how to sync other devices with the Echo Show as well as how to operate it. The book covers every device from music and books to syncing smart house features. There are several screenshots provided as well which helps to clarify where these features are. The book is divided up into sections so you can find what you are looking for easily as well. The author also did the legwork to find resources you can check to look for the latest features as they mention the device upgrades every day and there will be new things for you to learn to do that a print book couldn’t keep up with.
The biggest drawback to the book for me was the repeated information throughout the book when I was reading it straight through. In all fairness, the author told us there would be repeat information and I understand that it was for the ease of being able to skip to a certain section to actually troubleshoot the device when you are actually using it but I still wish there was a better way to have divided up the chapters to save us from reading it through two to three times.
Overall, this is a great resource book to review if you are using your Echo Show or thinking of purchasing one. It is very practical, easy to use and understand, and covers such a variety of topics thoroughly that it is easily worth the purchase. The author also mentioned that they would update the book as major adjustments were made to the Echo Show which is a win for everyone if they follow through but they also include resources that appear to be reliable for you to check for any immediate updates.
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December 11, 2018The complete user guide
Of all the books listed I picked this one and I believe I made a good choice . I don't think there's anything that wasn't covered.
Of all the books listed I picked this one and I believe I made a good choice . I don't think there's anything that wasn't covered.
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