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logo for Amazon Fire TV device        logo for Amazon Fire Phone
Amazon Fire [launched June 2014]
Fire TV entry at WikipediaFire Phone entry at Wikipedia

Amazon Fire HD TV streaming media player  "Amazon Fire HD TV" streaming media player [2014 model] { out of production }
Amazon Fire HD TV hardware [4/2014] - SOLD OUT!
allows access to Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, Hulu Plus, ESPN, Pandora, Showtime, Vimeo, YouTube, Flixster, Bloomberg, Crackle, Huffpost, and others – and over 100 games; additional content possible by joining Amazon Prime (free 30-day trial)
Amazon Fire TV Streaming Media Player (box & remote)  
Amazon Fire TV Stick (stick & remote)  
"Amazon Fire TV Streaming Media Player" with 4K Ultra HD [2015 model]
Amazon Fire HD TV player box & remote [12/2015] out of prodn/SOLD OUT!

"Amazon Fire TV Stick Media Player" [2016 model]
Amazon Fire TV stick & remote [10/2016] out of prodn/SOLD OUT!

"All-new Amazon Fire TV Streaming Media Player" with 4K Ultra HD [2017]
Amazon Fire TV player box & remote [10/2017] - out of prodn/SOLD OUT !

"Amazon Fire TV Stick Media Player" with 4K Ultra HD [2018 model]
Amazon Fire TV stick & remote [11/2018] for $49.99

Amazon Fire Phone smartphone device  "Amazon Fire Phone" [2014-2015] { out of production }
"The technology on Amazon's Fire Phone is really all about shopping" • announced June 2014, available as AT&T exclusive in July; phone was available at prices up to $649, based on contracts & geography; phone was unsuccessful and production ceased in August 2015


logo/slogan for Amazon Echo

Amazon Echo wireless speaker and voice command device [launched Nov 2014]
Amazon Echo entry at Wikipedia
'All Things Alexa' Pages at Amazon: USAU.K.GermanyIndia

Amazon Echo wireless speaker and voice command device [launched Nov 2014]  'Just ask'; wide market availability June 2015; measures 9¼"x3¼"x3¼" (235mm x 83.5mm x 83.5mm); streams music from Prime Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and more; controls lights, switches, and thermostats {The Internet of Things) with compatible WeMo, Philips Hue, Samsung SmartThings, Wink, Insteon, and ecobee smart home devices
Amazon Echo device [new 3/2016] out of prodn/SOLD OUT! (9/2017)

Alexa Voice Remote for Echo & Echo Dot [2016]
for situations such as indoor Echo and outdoor/patio speakers

wireless remote device w/two batteries [5/2016] for $19.99

all-new Echo 2nd generation device - silver finish  All-new Echo (2nd generation) with sound by Dolby [2017]
shorter version is 6" tall & weighs 29 ounces (821 grams), measuring 6"x3½"x3½" (148mm x 88mm x 88mm)
charcoal fabric 2nd generation Amazon Echo device [new 11/2017] for $99.99
gray fabric 2nd generation Amazon Echo device [new 11/2017] for $99.99
white fabric 2nd generation Amazon Echo device [new 11/2017] for $99.99
oak finish 2nd generation Amazon Echo device [new 11/2017] for $119.99
walnut finish 2nd generation Amazon Echo device [new 11/2017] for $119.99
silver finish 2nd generation Amazon Echo device [new 11/2017] for $119.99
Place three Echo devices in your cart and receive $50 off your order with code 'ECHO3PACK'.

Alexa Voice Remote for Echo & Echo Dot [2016]
for situations such as indoor Echo and outdoor/patio speakers

wireless remote device w/two batteries [5/2016] for $29.99


Amazon Echo 2016 User Guide book by Dominic West  "Amazon Echo 2016: Just Ask Alexa" [2015] by Ryan Tracy
Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [12/2015] for $2.99

"Amazon Echo 2016 Edition User Guide and Manual: Learn It - Live It - Love It" [2016] by Dominic West
Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [4/2016] for 99¢ {sic}
CreateSpace 9x6 pb [6/2016] for $10.97

Amazon Echo Simple User Guide book by Andrew Jones  
"Amazon Echo: The Simple User Guide - How To Program Amazon Echo Fast" [2016] by Andrew Jones
Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [6/2016] for $2.99
CreateSpace 9x6 pb [6/2016] for $9.95
Amazon Echo Ultimate Guide for Advanced Users book by Anthony Weber  "Amazon Echo 2016: The Ultimate Guide For Advanced Users To Master Amazon Echo" [2016] by Anthony Weber
Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [8/2016] for $2.99
CreateSpace 9x6 pb [8/2016] for $9.95
Alexa For Dummies book by Paul McFedries  "Alexa For Dummies" [2018]
by Paul McFedries

Kindle Edition from For Dummies [11/2018] for $13.00
For Dummies 9x7¼ pb [11/2018] for $21.24


Amazon Echo Plus with built-in smart home hub  
Introducing Amazon Echo Plus with built-in smart home hub [2017]
measures 9¼"x3¼"x3¼" (235mm x 84mm x 84mm)
black finish 2nd generation Amazon Echo Plus device [new 11/2017] for $149.99
silver finish 2nd generation Amazon Echo Plus device [new 11/2017] for $149.99


Amazon Echo Dot wireless speaker and voice command device [launched March 2016]
Amazon Echo Dot wireless device  "Add Alexa to any room"; measures 1¼"hx3¼"x3¼" (32mm x 84mm x 84mm); same functions as larger Echo, connects to your speaker/s via Bluetooth or standard wire; integral 7-microphone array and audio output jack • entry at Wikipedia
Echo Dot 2nd Generation, black [10/2016] for $49.99
Echo Dot 2nd Generation, white [10/2016] for $49.99
Buy any 3 Echo Dots and receive $20 off your order with code 'DOT3PACK'

Amazon Echo Dot Case [2016]
three 'leather' colors at $19.99, three 'fabric' colors at $9.99; fits Echo Dot 2nd Generation only
Amazon 3½x3½ [5/2016] for $9.99 or 19.99

Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition [launched May 2018]
Amazon Echo Dot For Kids wireless device  "A smart speaker with Alexa for kids"; includes 1 year of FreeTime Unlimited (auto renewable at $2.99/month) and easy-to-use parental controls in the online Amazon Parent Dashboard; with 'punch red' case; measures 1½"hx3½"x3½" (38mm x 89mm x 89mm); same functions as larger Echo, connects to your speaker/s via Bluetooth or standard wire; integral 7-microphone array and audio output jack • entry at Wikipedia
NOTE: Kindle FreeTime Unlimited was renamed Amazon Kids+ effective 1 January 2021.
Echo Dot For Kids [10/2016] list $69.99, current deal for $34.99 + FREE shipping

All-new Echo Dot 4th Generation [launched Sept 2020]
basic All-new 4th Generation Echo Dot wireless device  
4th Generation Echo Dot wireless device for Kids - tiger version  
basic All-new 4th Generation Echo Dot [2020]
comes in Charcoal, Glacier White, or Twilight Blue; footprint 4x4 inches & 3½ inches high
Echo Dot 4th Gen [9/2020] for $34.99
All-new Echo Dot and 6 months of Amazon Music Unlimited FREE with auto-renewal
This offer is currently available to eligible or new subscribers only (to verify, sign in to your Amazon.com account)
Echo Dot 4th Gen with Music Unlimited [9/2020] for $34.99
All-new 4th Generation Echo Dot with digital clock [2020]
comes in Glacier White or Twilight Blue only
Echo Dot 4th Gen with clock [9/2020] for $44.99
All-new 4th Generation Echo Dot for Kids [2020]
comes painted as orange tiger or b&w panda
Echo Dot 4th Gen Kids edition [9/2020] for $44.99
All-new 4th Generation Echo Dot for Kids with 1-year Amazon Kids+ Family Plan [2020]
Echo Dot 4th Gen Kids edition with Family Plan [9/2020] for $44.95


Amazon Echo Spot device with video screen [launched Dec 2017]
Amazon Echo Spot device with round video screen  
full Alexa operations with built-in smart home hub, front-facing camera, and 2½-inch circular screen; device measures 4" x 3¾" x 3½" (104 mm x 97mm x 91mm)
Amazon Echo Spot device, black [DUE 12/2017] for $129.99
Amazon Echo Spot device, white [DUE 12/2017] for $129.99


Amazon Echo Show device with video screen [launched June 2017]
Amazon Echo Show device (new June 2017)  same functions as original Echo, connects via Bluetooth or wi-fi, two integral speakers; 7½x7½x3½" (187mm x 187mm x 90mm) device with 7-inch LCD touch screen; initially available only in the U.S. (June 2017)
Amazon Echo Show device, black [6/2017] pre-order for $229.99
Amazon Echo Show device, white [6/2017] pre-order for $229.99
Buy two Echo Show devices and receive $100 off your order with code 'SHOW2PACK'


logo for Amazon Tap

Amazon Tap portable stereo dual speaker device [launched March 2016]
Amazon Tap portable stereo speaker device (launched 3/2016)  'Just tap and ask'; smaller, battery-operated portable version of the Echo device; measures 6¼"x2½"x2½" (159mm x 66mm x 66mm); streams music directly over wi‑fi using Alexa Voice and Bluetooth; music sources include Prime Music, Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, and more; 9-hours of use per full battery charge
Amazon Tap device & charger station [3/2016] for $129.99
Amazon Tap Complete User Guide book by Martin Butler   "Amazon Tap: The Complete Amazon Tap User Guide" [2016]
by Martin Butler

Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [4/2016] for $2.99
CreateSpace 9x6 pb [4/2016] for $6.97


logo for Amazon Kindle Fire devices                logo for Amazon Fire HD8 devices                logo for Amazon Fire HD10 devices

The first Kindle Fire tablet devices went on the market in 2011; by 2016 and the launch of the Kindle Oasis, the word Kindle was removed from Fire logos and from
Amazon's Fire product pages, so those coded entries were removed from the Kindle Page and installed here. (9/2016)

Kindle Fire entry at Wikipedia

Amazon Kindle Fire tablet computer, released Nov 2011  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE [2011] { out of production }
announced 28 September 2011, available 15 November 2011
tablet computer 7½"x4¾"x0.45" thick, 14.6 ounces
with 7-inch diagonal color touchscreen & 8GB storage, WITHOUT 3G or microphone or camera
full-color multi-touch 7" display with Wi-Fi [11/2011] out of production / 30+ used
Amazon Kindle Fire tablet computer, released September 2012  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE [2012] { out of production }
tablet computer 7½"x4¾"x0.45" thick, 14.1 ounces
with 7-inch diagonal color touchscreen & 8GB storage, WITHOUT 3G or microphone or camera
full-color multi-touch 7" display with Wi-Fi [Sept 2012] out of production/used
new Amazon Kindle Fire tablet computer, released September 2012  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE [2015] { out of production }
tablet computer 7½"x4½"x0.40" thick, 11 ounces with 7-inch diagonal color touchscreen
full-color multi- touch 7" display with 8GB storage, Wi-Fi [Dec 2015] out of prodn/used
full-color multi- touch 7" display with 16GB storage, Wi-Fi [Dec 2015] out of prodn/used
8GB Fire tablet without ads, plus essential accessories: color cover, screen protectors - SOLD OUT!


logo for Amazon Kindle Fire HD devices               logo for Amazon Kindle Fire HD devices               logo for Amazon Kindle Fire HD devices

Kindle Fire HD entry at Wikipedia

new Amazon Kindle Fire tablet computer, released Nov 2012  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE HD [2012 & 2013] { out of production }
tablet computer 7½"x5½"x0.42" thick, 12.2 ounces
with 7-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 8GB or 16GB storage & camera, WITHOUT 3G or microphone
color multi-touch 7" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [9/2013]
out of production/used
new Amazon Kindle Fire tablet computer, released Nov 2012  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE 8.9" HD [USA 2012, Europe & Japan 2013] { out of production }
tablet computer 9½"x6½"x0.35" thick, 20 ounces - with camera, mic & Skype video
with 9-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 16GB or 32GB storage, WITHOUT 3G
color multi-touch 8.9" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [11/2012]
out of production/used
new Amazon Kindle Fire tablet computer, released Nov 2012  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE 8.9" HD 4G LTE [USA 2012, Japan 2013] { out of production }
tablet computer 9½"x6½"x0.35" thick, 20 ounces - with camera, mic & Skype video
with 9-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 32GB or 64GB storage,
color multi-touch 8.9" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [11/2012]
out of production/used
new Amazon Kindle Fire HDX tablet computer, released Dec 2013  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE 8.9" HD 4G LTE [Dec 2013] { out of production }
tablet computer 9"x6¼"x0.31" thick, 13.2/13.5 ounces - with camera, mic & Skype video
with 9-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 16GB/32GB/64GB storage
color multi-touch 8.9" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [12/2013]
out of production/used

logo for Amazon Kindle Fire HDX devices                logo for Amazon Kindle Fire HDX devices                logo for Amazon Kindle Fire HDX devices

Kindle Fire HDX tablets were announced 9/2013, with the 7" models available 10/2013 and the 8.9" models available 11/2013
improvements include a 'Mayday' button for 24-hour tech support; front camera on both models, back camera on 8.9" model
Kindle Fire HDX entry at Wikipedia

"The NEW Kindle Fire HD 6 & 7 User Guide" [2015] by Charles Tulley
Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [rev 9//2015] for $2.99
CreateSpace 114-page 9x6 pb [1/2015] for $7.99

new Amazon Kindle Fire HDX tablet computer, released Oct 2013  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE 7-inch HDX Wireless Tablet [Oct 2013] { out of production }
tablet computer 7¼"x5"x0.35" thick, 10.7/11.0 ounces, screen 1920x1200 pixels
with 7-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 16GB/32GB/64GB storage & camera, WITHOUT 3G or microphone
color multi-touch 7" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [Oct 2013]
out of production/used


new Amazon Kindle Fire HDX tablet computer, released Nov 2013  AMAZON KINDLE FIRE 8.9-inch HDX Wireless Tablet [Nov 2013] { out of production }
tablet computer 9"x6¼"x0.31" thick, 13.2/13.5 ounces, screen 2560x1600 pixels - with camera, mic & Skype video
with 9-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 16GB storage, WITHOUT 4G
color multi-touch 8.9" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [Nov 2013]
out of production/used


new Amazon Kindle Fire HDX Kids Edition tablet computer, released Oct 2014  FIRE KIDS EDITION HDX tablet computer [Oct 2014]
sideways-oriented HD 6 or 7 tablet computer - 3 colors, child-proof case & 2-year guarantee,
Amazon FreeTime Unlimited free for first year • NOTE: Kindle FreeTime Unlimited was renamed Amazon Kids+ effective 1 January 2021.
green 6" display with 16GB storage starting at $119.99
blue 6" display with 16GB storage starting at $119.99
SPECIAL DEAL 3/2016: blue 7" display with 16GB storage starting at $99.99
SPECIAL DEAL 3/2016: pink 7" display with 16GB storage starting at $99.99
blue 7" display with 8GB storage starting at $189.99
"Kindle Fire HD Kids Edition Manual: Tablet User Guide With Tips & Tricks!" [2014]
by Shelby Johnson

66-page Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [10/2014] for $2.99
"The Kindle Fire HD Kids Edition User Guide: Your Complete Guide To FreeTime and
The Fire HD Kids Edition" [2014] by Charles Tulley

NOTE: Kindle FreeTime Unlimited was renamed Amazon Kids+ effective 1 January 2021.
39-page Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [rev 3/2015] for $1.99

new Amazon Kindle Fire HDX tablet computer, released Dec 2013  AMAZON FIRE 8.9" HDX 4G LTE Wireless Tablet [Oct 2014] { out of production }
tablet computer 9"x6¼"x0.30" thick, 13.2/13.7 ounces - with 2 cameras, mic & Skype video
with 9-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 16GB storage
color multi-touch 8.9" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [10/2014] out of production/used
with 9-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 32GB storage
color multi-touch 8.9" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [10/2014] - SOLD OUT!
color multi-touch 8.9" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [10/2014] out of production/used
with 9-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 64GB storage
color multi-touch 8.9" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [10/2014] - SOLD OUT!

logo for Amazon Fire HD8 devices                logo for Amazon Fire HD10 devices

new Amazon Fire HD 10-inch tablet computer, released Dec 2015  AMAZON FIRE 10.1" HD TABLET [Dec 2015] { out of production }
tablet computer 10¼"x6¼"x0.3" thick, 15.2 ounces - with front camera, rear video camera, mic
with 10-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 16GB storage + cloud
color multi-touch 10.1" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [12/2015]
- out of prodn/third party sellers only

with 10-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 32GB storage + cloud
color multi-touch 10.1" HD display with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi [12/2015]
- out of prodn/third party sellers only
All-New Fire HD 8 & 10 User Guide book by Tom Edwards & Jenna Edwards  "All-New Fire HD 8 & 10 User Guide: Newbie To Expert In 2 Hours!" [2015]
by Tom Edwards & Jenna Edwards

Kindle Edition from Lyntons eBooks [updated Fall 2016] for $2.99
CreateSpace 9x6 pb [11/2015] for $9.99
new Amazon Fire HD 8-inch tablet computer, released Sept 2016  All-New AMAZON FIRE HD 8 TABLET [Sept 2016]
tablet computer 8.4"x5"x0.4" thick, 12.0 ounces in four colors - with front & rear cameras, mic
with 8-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 16GB or 32GB storage + cloud
~~multi-touch 8" HD display & 16GB storage [9/2016] - with ads for $69.99, skip ads for $99.99
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~~multi-touch 8" HD display & 32GB storage [9/2016] - with ads for $99.99
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new Amazon Fire HD 10-inch tablet computer, released Sept 2016  
All-New AMAZON FIRE HD 10 TABLET [Sept 2016]
tablet computer 10¼"x6¼"x0.3" thick, 15.2 ounces in three colors - with front & rear cameras, mic
with 10-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen & 16GB or 32GB or 64GB storage + cloud
multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 16GB storage [9/2016] - out of prodn/SOLD OUT!
multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 32GB storage [10/2017] for $149.99
multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 32GB storage [9/2016] - out of prodn/SOLD OUT!
multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 64GB storage [10/2017] for $189.99
multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 64GB storage [9/2016] - out of prodn/SOLD OUT!


logo for new Amazon Fire 7 devices               logo for Amazon Fire HD8 devices               logo for new Amazon Fire Kids Edition Tablet devices               logo for new Amazon Fire Kids Edition Tablet devices
Amazon Fire models for 2017

Fire 7 Tablet with Alexa for 2017  All-New Fire 7 Tablet with Alexa [May 2017]
7" IPS display with higher contrast & sharper text, a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor,
and up to 8 hours of battery life - three colors
7" display & 8GB storage [5/2017] with ads - out of prodn/SOLD OUT !
7" display & 8GB storage [5/2017] skip ads - out of prodn/SOLD OUT !
7" display & 16GB storage [5/2017] with ads - out of prodn/third party
7" display & 16GB storage [5/2017] - skip ads for $84.99
7" IPS display with higher contrast & sharper text, a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor,
and up to 7 hours of battery life - four colors
7" display & 16GB storage [DUE 6/2019] - with ads for $49.99
7" display & 16GB storage [DUE 6/2019] - skip ads for $64.99
7" display & 32GB storage [DUE 6/2019] - with ads for $69.99
7" display & 32GB storage [DUE 6/2019] - skip ads for $84.99
Amazon Fire 7 Tablet Case in five colors [2017]
Amazon Fire fiber case/stand [5/2017] for $29.99

Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa for 2017  All-New Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa [May 2017]
8" HD display with higher contrast & sharper text, a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor,
1.5GB of RAM, and up to 12 hours of battery life - four colors
8" HD display & 16GB storage [5/2017] with ads - out of prodn/SOLD OUT !
8" HD display & 16GB storage [5/2017] skip ads - out of prodn/SOLD OUT !
8" HD display & 32GB storage [5/2017] with ads - out of prodn/SOLD OUT !
8" HD display & 32GB storage [5/2017] skip ads - out of prodn/third party
8" HD display with higher contrast & sharper text, a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor,
1.5GB of RAM, 2 cameras, and up to 10 hours of battery life - four colors
8" HD display & 16GB storage [10/2018] - with ads for $79.99
8" HD display & 16GB storage [10/2018] - skip ads for $94.99
8" HD display & 32GB storage [10/2018] - with ads for $109.99
8" HD display & 32GB storage [10/2018] - skip ads for $124.99
Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet Case in five colors [2017]
Amazon Fire HD 8 fiber case/stand [5/2017] for $29.99

Fire 7 Kids Edition Tablet for 2017  All-New Fire 7 Kids Edition Tablet in Kid-Proof Case [2017]
7" IPS display with higher contrast & sharper text, a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor,
one year of FreeTime Unlimited, 2-year breakage replacement guarantee, and up to
8 hours of battery life - three colors • NOTE: Kindle FreeTime Unlimited was renamed Amazon Kids+ effective 1 January 2021.
7" display & 16GB storage [5/2017] for $99.99
NuPro Zipper Sleeve for Fire Kids Edition Tablets in 2 colors [2017]
zippered sleeve with handles for Fire Kids Edition Tablets [5/2017] for $19.99
Fire 8 Kids Edition Tablet for 2017  All-New Fire HD 8 Kids Edition Tablet in Kid-Proof Case [2017]
8" HD display with higher contrast & sharper text, a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor,
one year of FreeTime Unlimited, 2-year breakage replacement guarantee, Dolby
stereo, and up to 12 hours of battery life - three colors • NOTE: Kindle FreeTime Unlimited was renamed Amazon Kids+ effective 1 January 2021.
8" HD display & 32GB storage [5/2017] for $129.99

new Amazon Fire HD 10-inch tablet computer, released Oct 2017  

All-New AMAZON FIRE HD 10 TABLET [Oct 2017]
tablet computer 10¼"x6¼"x0.3" thick, 15.2 ounces in three colors - with front & rear cameras, mic
with 10-inch diagonal HD full-color touchscreen, handsfree Alexa & 32GB or 64GB storage + cloud
   multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 32GB storage [10/2017] - with ads for $149.99
   multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 32GB storage [10/2017] - skip ads for $164.49
   multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 64GB storage [10/2017] - with ads for $189.99
   multi-touch 10.1" HD display & 64GB storage [10/2017] - skip ads for $204.99


Kindle for Kids Bundle  Kindle for Kids Bundle with Kindle E-reader, 2-Year Guarantee, Cover [2016]
includes the latest Kindle without sponsored screensavers, a free cover (five colors), 2-year worry-free guarantee, tools like Word Wise and Vocabulary Builder and Kindle FreeTime, does not have screen backlight (bedtime starts once the lights are out), and Prime members get unlimited access to over a thousand titles NOTE: Kindle FreeTime Unlimited was renamed Amazon Kids+ effective 1 January 2021.
Kindle for Kids Bundle with black cover [11/2016] for $99.99
Kindle for Kids Bundle with pale blue cover [11/2016] for $99.99
Kindle for Kids Bundle with light green cover [11/2016] for $99.99
Kindle for Kids Bundle with pink cover [11/2016] for $99.99
Kindle for Kids Bundle with purple cover [11/2016] for $99.99


logo for new Amazon Fire HD devices with Alexa              logo for new Amazon Fire HD devices with Alexa

all-new Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet device with Alexa  all-new Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet devices, Hands-Free with Alexa [2018]  10/2018
tablet computer 1280 x 800 high-definition display, 1.5 GB of RAM, 8.4x5x4" thick
(214x128x9.7 mm), 12.8 ounces in four colors - with mic, 2MP front & rear cameras
8" HD display & 16GB storage [DUE Oct 2018] - with ads for $79.99
8" HD display & 16GB storage [DUE Oct 2018] - without ads for $94.99
8" HD display & 32GB storage [DUE Oct 2018] - with ads for $109.99
8" HD display & 32GB storage [DUE Oct 2018] - without ads for $124.99


introducing Amazon Dash Wand device

The Amazon Dash Wand is available only to members of Amazon Prime (2017) and quickly sold out (June 2017);
the Dash Wand is designed for use with Amazon Fresh grocery delivery but probably also works with overnight shipping.
Amazon Dash Wand with Alexa - Exclusively for Prime Members [9/2017] for $20.00
Amazon Prime square logo  
sign up for Amazon Prime
sign up for Amazon Fresh
And you can expect rapid integration with just-purchased Whole Foods Market!


introducing Amazon Key Home Service

The Amazon Key Home Service is available for pre-order exclusively to members of Amazon Prime (2017) in select cities and surrounding areas; eligibility is based on ZIP code
('check back as the service is expanded to more areas'). Basic package is $249.99, the In-Home Kit includes Amazon Cloud Cam Key Edition indoor security camera and an
Amazon Key-compatible smart lock - with free installation - that allows whoever you specify to access your home: family, friends, servants, and even Amazon delivery personnel,
also the option for one-time access such as for maintenance personnel (electrician, plumber, etc).
Amazon Prime square logo  
sign up for Amazon Prime
sign up for Amazon Key
The page that lists 37 metropolitan areas (11/2017) where In-home Delivery will eventually be available is useless data.


Amazon Cloud Cam indoor security camera

Amazon Cloud Cam Intelligent Indoor Security Camera  Amazon Cloud Cam Intelligent Indoor Security Camera [2017]  10/2017
two-way audio works with Alexa; features include 1080 pixel resolution; infrared night vision; 24 hours of clips stored in the cloud for free; power via micro-USB port (10-foot cord included)

Amazon Cloud 4" tall x 2.36" wide x 1.65" deep camera device [10/2017] for $119.99
get a 2-Pack for $199.99: enter code 2CLOUDCAM during checkout (saves $40).
get a 3-Pack for 289.99: enter code 3CLOUDCAM during checkout (saves $70).

NOTE: the camera on the Amazon Key Service is not this unit (requires a different cable)


logo for Blink Home Security   Blink for Home [2016]
first you purchase and install Blink wireless hardware at home and set up a Blink account, then connecting with Alexa is free • company founded in 2009, purchased by Amazon in December 2017; reviewers note that you have to enter the home to talk to Alexa for shut-off, etc. but we can expect better practical activity sometime soon, such as by Blink merging with Amazon KeyAmazon's Alexa Smart Home guide for Blink is FREE

Competing Brands (available on Amazon)

The new Google Home smart speaker device [11/2016] is NOT available on Amazon (6/2017) - list $129.

The new Jibo: the first social robot for the home [launched 10/2017] is NOT available on Amazon (11/2017) - list $899.

The Apple HomePod smart speaker announced in June 2017 is delayed and NOT available until 2018.
"Apple HomePod Made Easy" guidebook [2017] by Dale Michelson
14-page Kindle Edition from Amazon Digital Services [10/2017] for $3.99
34-page CreateSpace 8x5 pb [10/2017] for $9.99


Brennan B2 disk player box  Brennan B2 disk player box at Amazon [2016] by Brennan USA
1.9" {4.8cm} high by 6" {17cm} wide by 6.7" {15.3cm} deep; hard disk player that can store an entire CD collection, allowing user to rip CDs with one click and to find any track in a matter of seconds; Sonos compatible, includes web interface, Internet Radio, optional Bluetooth; uses FLAC compression - 500GB model can store 1250 CDs, 2TB model can store 5000 CDs; takes commands on front of box or remotely from laptop or PDA devices
black face 500GB player box from The Brennan [2/2016] for $499
metallic face 500GB player box from The Brennan [2/2016] for $499
black face 2TB player box from The Brennan [2/2016] for $679


Google Wi-fi System  Google Wi-fi System [2016]
4.2" diameter x 2.7" high; replaces other wi-fi hardware in the home or office, starting at
1500 square feet from single device; 24/7 phone support from Google; 1-year warranty
single-point device from Google [10/2016] for $111.54 via Amazon
device 3-pack from Google [10/2016] for $269.99 via Amazon
optional 'simple' setup application available for $95.79


the five colors of the Flic Button Bluetooth smart device   Flic: The Bluetooth Smart Button [2015]
original funding via IndieGoGo; product launched in July 2015
black button unit [3/2017] for $29.99 + free s/h
white button unit [3/2017] for $29.99 + free s/h
turquoise button unit [3/2017] for $29.99 + free s/h
green button unit [7/2015] out of prodn/SOLD OUT !
the yellow Flic button is not available via Amazon (2018)
3-pack: two black, one white [2/2017] for $74.99 + free s/h
iLive Platinum Bluetooth® Speaker with Amazon® Alexa™  
iLive Platinum Bluetooth® Speaker with Amazon® Alexa™ [2017]
battery-powered Concierge service with whole-home audio, with 3.5mm aux jack,
controlled by iLive app
black iLive Electronics 4" x 4" x 8¼"-high device [8/2017] for $40.00
SoundLogic/Buddy Wireless Bluetooth® Speaker with Amazon® Alexa™  
Buddy Wireless Bluetooth®/Wi-Fi Speaker with Amazon® Alexa™ [2017]
battery-powered voice activation/recognition with 3.5mm aux jack
black SoundLogic 3"x3"x9" device [8/2017] for $64.95
white SoundLogic 3"x3"x9" device [8/2017] for $64.95
LG brand® WK7 ThinQ Speaker  
LG brand® WK7 ThinQ Speaker [2019]  2/2019
battery-powered voice activation/recognition with Bluetooth, Chromecast, High Resolution Audio, Google Assistant & Power by Meridian; Full Manufacturer Warranty + 1-year Extended Warranty
black LG brand® smart speaker 5-1/3"x5-1/3"x8-1/3"-tall device [2/2019] for $146.99


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