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Amazon Echo (3rd Generation)

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description Amazon Echo (3rd Generation) Overview

While superseded by the Dot 5th Gen, the 3rd Gen remains a viable, extremely budget-conscious option for users needing only the most basic Alexa functions. Its sound quality is noticeably weaker than newer models, but if budget is the absolute primary constraint and advanced features are not needed, it still connects to the core Alexa network.

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Is the Amazon Echo 3rd Generation the same as the Echo Dot 5th Generation?

No. The Amazon Echo 3rd Generation is the larger full-size Echo speaker, while Echo Dot 5th Generation is a smaller newer Dot model, and the Echo 3 has a 3-inch woofer. [Amazon's Echo announcement](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-devices-event-september-2019)

What can the Amazon Echo 3rd Generation do?

With Alexa, the Echo 3 can answer voice requests, set timers, play music, and control compatible smart-home devices over Wi-Fi. It is a 2019 Echo generation, so used buyers should also check that the device can be registered to their Amazon account.

Does the Echo 3rd Generation have wired audio?

Yes, the Echo 3 includes a 3.5 mm audio connection for linking external speakers or using an audio source, depending on the selected mode. It also supports Bluetooth, so you are not limited to the built-in speaker.

Does the Amazon Echo 3rd Generation have a Zigbee hub?

No, the standard Echo 3 is not the same as Echo Plus and does not include Echo Plus's built-in Zigbee smart-home hub. It can still control compatible devices through Alexa, but a Zigbee setup needs a separate hub or an Echo model that includes one.

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