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Amazon's Echo is a popular smart speaker among many tech fans - but many are still dissatisfied with the sound quality. Some want a mix of Apple's HomePod and Amazon's Echo - is that possible?
According to a new Bloomberg report, Amazon is planning a new Echo with significantly better sound quality. The goal is to be able to compete with Apple's HomePod and other premium manufacturers - according to well-informed journalist Mark Gurman. According to this, Amazon is currently developing a higher-quality version of the Echo - the focus is on sound quality. Of course, there will also be other features - according to Gurman. According to his information, the prototypes of the cylindrical speaker are significantly wider than the latest model. This allows the installation of a full four tweeters - according to Gurman's source. It was repeatedly emphasized that the goal is better audio quality - this is the only way the smart speaker can compete with Apple's HomePod and other high-quality speakers in the future. At the moment, however, the Echo is not so popular because of its features - but because of its sound quality - Amazon now wants to change that. Gurman's source also promised a minor update to the entire Echo series this fall. (Echo Dot (3rd Gen.) on offer on Amazon)
Is Amazon planning a robot?
What fans can expect has not been commented on in more detail. In addition to the Echo plans, the world's largest online mail order company is said to be planning a new music service - this will supposedly be released at the end of the year. It is said to be a high-definition streaming service - according to a source in AprilGurman's informant also claims that Amazon is planning a home robot codenamed "Vesta." It will move on wheels and be controlled via Alexa voice commands. Insiders describe initial prototypes as waist-high and will be equipped with a series of special cameras for navigation. The intended purpose of the device is still unknown. A presentation of the project will most likely take place this year, but according to the report, the robot is not yet ready for mass production. Don't miss Amazon Prime Day 2019 (Image: CC0)
