Why “Alexa” is being discussed
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The screen is too small for the elderly. You're not going to get much information on there if you have to show large text, assuming that's even possible. I think the idea is in…
by TheOtherHobbes · Oct 13, 2026
I think the real issue is that this is "competing" with 7 year old Google Home and Alexa show devices. Devices that were $50 for a lot of their useful life (Now they have of cou…
by jclardy · Oct 13, 2026
The display is small for what it is. The price is on par with the Amazon Echo Show devices[0]. Why anyone would shell out $300 buck for an Alexa with a screen is beyond me. With…
by oldsklgdfth · Oct 13, 2026
I am unsure what Apple's core differentiator is intended to be for this product. "I wanted an Alexa but it wasn't personal enough" perhaps? It just feels like the fad for replac…
by juiceland · Oct 13, 2026
It's a niche product and pretty cheap. Of course you can do everything and more on an ipad but I see this as basically a competitor to Alexa that sits on a kitchen counter and i…
by jdprgm · Oct 13, 2026
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