🗣️ Amazon Alexa Built‑In

• The Echo Dot (3rd Gen) includes Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant, so you can control it hands‑free just by saying “Alexa.”
• Ask Alexa to play music, set alarms, check the weather, news, timers, reminders, and more.
• Works with thousands of Alexa skills (voice‑activated apps) to expand functionality over time.

🎵 Speaker & Audio

• Compact built‑in speaker suitable for near‑field listening in small rooms (bedroom, kitchen, office).
• Improved audio compared to earlier generations — louder and clearer for its size — though not designed for deep bass or large‑room audio.
• You can pair two Echo Dot 3rd Gens for stereo sound or connect it to an external speaker via Bluetooth or 3.5 mm audio output for better full‑room audio.

📶 Connectivity

• Connects to your home network via Wi‑Fi and supports Bluetooth audio streaming from your phone or tablet.
• Requires power from a mains adapter — no built‑in battery (plug‑in only).

🏠 Smart Home Integration

• Works as a central voice control point for smart home devices like lights, thermostats, plugs, and locks that are compatible with Alexa.
• Use voice commands or Alexa routines to automate tasks — e.g., “Alexa, turn off the lights at 10 PM