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 under the code name "Vesta". This is supposed to move around on wheels and be controlled using Alexa voice commands. Insiders describe the first prototypes as waist-high - these are supposed to be equipped with a series of special cameras for navigation. What purpose the device is supposed to serve is still completely 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)
