Echo Flex Review & TEARDOWN - Plug-in smart speaker with Alexa
30Echo Flex Review & TEARDOWN - Plug-in smart speaker with Alexa
Make any space a little smarter - This plug-in smart speaker lets you get help from Alexa in more places in your home.
Alexa is always happy to help - Manage your day. Get instant information. Check weather and traffic on your way out.
Voice control your smart home - Turn on lights, adjust thermostats, lock doors, and more with compatible connected devices.
Built-in USB port - Charge your phone or add an optional third-party accessory like a night-light or motion sensor.
Connect with others - Drop in on or make announcements to other rooms that have a compatible Echo device. Call hands-free.
Designed to protect your privacy - Built with multiple layers of privacy controls, including a microphone off button that electronically disconnects the mics.
Echo Flex
Size
72 mm x 67 mm x 52 mm
Weight
5.3 oz. (150 grams) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process
Wi-Fi connectivity
Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz) networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks.
Bluetooth connectivity
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Flex or from Echo Flex to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) for voice control of connected mobile devices. Hands-free voice control is not supported for Mac OS X devices. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported.
USB Connectivity
USB-A port to support optional accessories (sold separately) or phone charging (7.5W)
Audio
Built-in speaker for voice feedback when not connected to external speakers. 3.5 mm stereo audio output for use with external speakers (audio cable not included).
System Requirements
Echo Flex comes ready to connect to your Wi-Fi. The Alexa App is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. A list of supported operating systems can be found here. Certain skills and services are subject to change or withdrawal at any time, may not be available in all areas and languages, and may require separate subscription.
Setup Technology
Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their Wi-Fi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more.
Warranty and Service
1-year limited warranty and service included. Additional 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year extended warranty available for Canada customers sold separately. Use of Echo Flex is subject to the terms found here.
Accessibility Features
The Alexa app and Alexa-enabled products include several features for customers with accessibility needs related to vision, hearing, mobility, and speech. Learn more about Alexa accessibility.
Included in the Box
Echo Flex and Quick Start Guide.
Generation
Echo Flex 1st Generation - 2019 release
Privacy Features
Wake word technology, streaming indicators, microphone off button, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy.
Language
Alexa now speaks both English and French. Not all skills are supported in both English and French. Please refer to the skills store here for more information.