Amazon updates Echo speakers with improved features and design

Amazon has released updated versions of its Echo speakers, enhancing sound quality and features. The fourth-generation Echo has a new spherical design and improved speech recognition, making it versatile for various home uses. The Echo Show 8 remains the top smart display, now with added widgets and a smart home hub. The fifth-generation Echo Dot offers strong sound for its size, while the second-generation Echo Spot returns as a bedside companion with a customizable clock display. For those seeking alternatives, Sonos offers high-quality speakers like the Sonos Era and Beam soundbar, which support Alexa. The Echo Hub focuses on smart home control without a speaker, and Sonos' portable speaker provides flexibility for on-the-go use.