Shopping for the perfect gift for the techie on your list this year? You can’t go wrong with the fifth-generation Amazon Echo Dot. This nifty little smart speaker is one of our favorites of 2024, and it’s packed full of convenient features (especially for someone who already has some smart devices at home). And right now you can snag it for the record-low price of just $23, which saves you $27. You can also bundle it with a WiZ smart bulb for only $2 more. There’s no telling how long these deals will last, though, so we recommend getting your order in soon if you don’t want to miss out on this price.
This handy smart speaker can add some serious convenience to your day-to-day routine. You can use it to stream music, check the weather, update your calendar, control other smart devices on your network and so much more using just the sound of your voice. It even has a built-in motion detector, which means you can set up custom routines that start as soon as you get up in the morning or walk in the door after work. There is a kill switch that disconnects the microphone if you’re concerned about privacy.
It has some extra features if you have other compatible devices on your network. If you’ve got a Fire TV, for example, it can function as an extra speaker for a more immersive watch experience, and you can use it to extend your home’s Wi-Fi if you’ve got an Eero router. It will also sync with other Echo speakers so you can enjoy your tunes throughout the whole house.
Why this deal matters
The fifth-gen Echo Dot is our favorite budget smart speaker, which means it’s already a good value at full price. So it’s a serious bargain now that it’s at a new all-time low price. This affordable gadget also makes a great present for any gearheads on your list this year.
If you’re looking for other gift ideas in this price range, check out our roundup of the best tech gifts under $25 and the best deals under $25.
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