Review: Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd gen)

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We started with smart speakers, then moved to smart screens, not we’re onto smart screens that MOVE, like the all new Amazon Echo Show 10 3rd generation. What’s next, smart speaker screens inside one of those Boston Dynamics robot dogs that can literally creep all over you house? Maybe. In this review, I’ll take you through what’s new on this version of the Echo Show, what it can and can’t do, and whether I think it’s a good investment for your smart home.


Whats new with Amazon Echo Show 10 3rd gen?

Well the screen size here is the same as the previous generation; that's a 10.1 inch high definition screen, in this iteration the screen is now propped on the top corner of a cylindrical speaker base. That allows the speaker to swivel almost 360° and you can tilt the screen for your best view. With built in microphones and cameras, this is meant to make video calls easier.

Swivel base lets you see & be seen


The swiveling action has two purposes; the first is that it allows you to make video calls and move around while always remaining in the frame. The second is that it lets you remotely access the onboard camera so you can use the device as a 360° security camera as well.

Video calling on new Amazon Echo Show 10 3rd gen

As one of the two key features that’s seen innovation, the video calling on the Amazon Echo Show 10 is designed to be more seamless. The camera will track your face as you move around the room, meaning you’re always in frame of the person on the other end, but you’ll also be able to constantly see the screen too. The video calling system works when making calls to other Echo devices with screens and cameras, or anyone with the Alexa App on their smartphone or tablet.

Video calling on Echo Show 10: Skype, Chime, Zoom

You can also use Skype, Amazon’s Chime platform, and soon, Zoom. The 13MP camera uses auto-framing, plus pan and zoom to make sure you stay centered.

Making a call with Alexa on Echo Show 10

To make a video call with Alexa, ask Alexa to call a contact or open the Alexa app on your phone and click Communicate to see which devices you can call.

I tried the camera tracking during video calls and it works great. It’s nice that you stay in frame and you can alwasy see the screen

Live security camera: Amazon Echo Show 10

The other major use for the Show 10 and its swivel base is as a moveable security camera.

The HD video view of the space is really clear and you can see very clearly what’s going on.

In low light, there’s still a pretty good view, and you’ll be able to see what you need to. At night or in full dark you’ve got nothing; a giant black hole, which is a huge problem for me. You can get $20 security cameras with night vision, so the fact the Show 10 doesn’t have it at this price is mind boggling.

No night vision, no video recording on Amazon Echo Show 10: major flaws

Not to forget our roots here, but these devices first evolved as smart speakers, capable of playing music and offering digital Butler services. Speaker quality has continued to approve across this category of product, and the speaker quality in this iteration is actually quite good. With a 360° cylindrical design, the speaker is able to spread music out in a very wide arc around the screen.

Inside the case are 2 x 1.0” tweeters + 3.0” woofer . Overall the audio quality is quite good; it’s gets plenty loud and seems reasonably well balanced. The bass is also quite good; resonant and strong.

Overall review: Amazon Echo Show 10 3rd generation

Overall, it seems Amazon has made some pretty solid improvements with tis new Echo Show 10. The swivel base and new design is a lot more chic and modern and the speaker has a lot more range. The sound quality is good and the screen is just the right size for a bathroom or kitchen. Downsides? I guess it has a big footprint, and I think the fact the screen doesn’t tilt creates some limitations for using the device as a remote camera, along with the huge missing night vision piece. Plus, it won’t record videos so you can only see what you can in a live look.

But if you’re looking to upgrade an older Alexa device, this one is a great addition to your space. And when that Zoom calling feature gets added, I’m so going to up my Zoom game and will definitely report back.

The new Amazon Echo Show 10 3rd gen sells for about $329CAD/ $249USD. You can get it from Amazon.