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  • QuestionHow do you turn the power on???

    Asked by Nana.

    • Answer you have to plug it in. then there is a power button on the top with a symbol that looks like ZERO with a slash through it.

      Answered by Asstchair

  • QuestionDoes it play music

    Asked by Elizabeth.

    • Answer Yes it has many skills and apps that play music. Amazon music is the default.

      Answered by MomToAGamer

  • Questioncan you face time or message without connecting the echo show 5 to a phone?

    Asked by JenniferRha.

    • Answer Hello, JenniferRha! You can communicate with other Echo Show devices to video chat without connecting it to a phone. These have to be devices that have allowed communication between one another, like devices on the same household or account. You get options to communicate more when you allow Alexa access to your contact list. Facetime is not an option on the Echo Show devices, as that is an Apple specific app. I hope that information helps. Have a great day.

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionDoes the phone app work the same way as this smart display? Can I just say Alexa show me the front door on my phone? Or do I have to first open up the app on the phone and then look to see who’s at the door? I’m just wondering why I would need both!

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Hello! From the Echo Show, you would be able to say "Alexa, show me the front door" and it would pop on the screen immediately. You would not need to open the app on your phone and ask the Echo Show in order to see it. You can use one or the other and it is about the same. The Echo Show devices also give you access to entertainment, such as Netflix and music, and can control your smart home devices, such as smart lights, thermostats, or plugs. I hope that information helps. Have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionWhat do I need to hook up the Echo Show 5 smart display ?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer This unit is a plug and play. As soon you plug it to the outlet, just follow the instructions and it will be up and running in less than 5 minutes

      Answered by Ahmed

  • QuestionIf I purchase the KIDS Echo show 5 will I be able to read recipes for cooking off of it? I hate to buy two.

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Hi! The Echo Show 5 Kid's Edition has easy-to-use parental controls, allowing you to set bedtimes and video time limits, filter content, and review activity. Parents can even give kids access to more content, like skills and music. You can also review activity anytime via the Parent Dashboard. This means that you can indeed use this device for activities like reading recipes for cooking. I hope this helped, have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • Questioni currently have a google home. Is this compatable with samsung devices or just apple like Alexa?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer The Alexa works with Google Nest thermostat; Samsung smart TV and Ring doorbell as well as Apple device.

      Answered by Mark

  • QuestionCan this be used with my y2 outdoor security camera?

    Asked by Ljams.

    • Answer Yes you can

      Answered by german70

  • QuestionDo I need the App on my Phone just to look at my Ring Doorbell 3 ? Do I need Amazon acct? I have a WIFI in building and I have all Passwords etc. I want to use at the building to connect to Ring. Period. Whats minimun I need ? TKS!!

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Hello and thank you for your questions! To utilize Ring Doorbell 3, you would be able to use the Ring app to set up and view videos and live feeds. The Alexa app on your smartphone, would also allow you to utilize live view feeds as well after linking your Ring account to your Amazon account. The Alexa app as well as the Echo Show 5 display does require an Amazon account to set up and use. It isn't mandatory to have the Alexa app on your smartphone as you can do most set up via voice and on screen instructions but it does make it easier to link accounts, view live feeds, and adjust settings as needed. I hope this helps answer all of your questions and that you have a fantastic day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionDoes this record videos?

    Asked by Lexi.

    • Answer Hello Lexi, the Echo Show devices do not record video. You can use them to view videos from other security cameras in your house. You can also use them to make video calls between you and anyone that has a Echo Show device. Have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionCan I watch prime videos from my Amazon membership acct

    Asked by Winter78.

    • Answer Hey Winter78! You can link your video streaming services to your Alexa account to stream on your Echo Show devices. To get started, say "Go to video home" and select from the available video providers. Follow the on-screen prompts to log in with the account information for that provider. Then you can use your voice to play movies, videos, and TV shows from Prime Video and supported streaming services. Hope this helps, have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionDoes the Alexander show have a drop in mode

    Asked by Dp.

    • Answer Yes it does!

      Answered by Arod0519

  • QuestionIs this the 1st or 2nd gen?

    Asked by Beto.

    • Answer Hello Beto! This is the 1st generation model. Thanks so much for your question and have a tremendous day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionDoes it connect with blink cameras?

    Asked by Brittbriwn.

    • Answer Yes, I use it with Blink cameras, works great.

      Answered by CraigJ

  • QuestionIs this the NEW 2021 edition

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer No this is an old one, 1st generation.

      Answered by Harry

  • QuestionDoes this Echo Show 5 work with Blink Camera security

    Asked by Momma74.

    • Answer Hello, momma74! You can connect your Blink cameras to your Echo devices in the Alexa app. If you search for "Blink" in the Skills & Games section, you can enable the Blink skill and view all of your cameras on your Echo Show 5, Fire Tablets, and even a Fire TV Stick! I hope that helps. Have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionIs there a monthly fee ?

    Asked by Liz.

    • Answer Only if you have things like Amazon music or blink home security system

      Answered by Ace1989

  • QuestionIs this compatible with the Nanit baby monitor?

    Asked by 1980.

    • Answer No

      Answered by Max1976

  • QuestionCan you use the Echo Show 5 as a device to talk with someone in another room who also has an Echo Show 5.

    Asked by Cookie.

    • Answer Hello Cookie, Yes, you can use Drop In to instantly check-in with others in your household. Drop In is an optional feature that lets you connect instantly to supported Alexa-enabled devices, like an intercom. Use Drop In to open an instant conversation between your devices or with your Alexa contacts. When you receive a Drop In, the light indicator on your Echo pulses green and you connect to your contact automatically. You can use Drop In to: 1. Have a two-way conversation by connecting to one of your Alexa-enabled devices (""drop in on Kitchen""). 2. Connect to a specific device group (""drop in on living room""). Only one Alexa-enabled device from the device group connects. 3. Have a group conversation with all supported Alexa-enabled devices under your Amazon household, which are not set to do not disturb. To start a group conversation ask Alexa to Drop In everywhere. All supported Alexa-enabled devices under your Amazon household account will connect regardless of their physical location. 4. Drop In on a contact who granted you Drop In permissions. 5. Receive Drop In from a contact whom you granted Drop In permissions. Have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionCan you set the display to continually show the time and temperature with the display illuminated?

    Asked by Paul.

    • Answer Yes That is how mine is set!

      Answered by Powerful