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Now that this year’s CES event has wrapped up and we’ve seen everything from the OnePlus Concept One phone, to new Fossil Gen 5 smartwatches, and a ton more, we’ve taken some time to pull together all the products that debuted with Amazon Alexa support. This year, there were significantly more Alexa-enabled gadgets than what we saw at CES 2018 and CES 2019 — great news for anyone who wants to dip their toes into the Amazon-connected ecosystem. We have more than 50 different products to check out, so let’s dive right in. Abode Abode’s Outdoor/Indoor Smart Camera is a smart home camera that’s built to withstand the elements inside and outside of your home. It features facial recognition so that you know when someone you recognize (or perhaps someone you don’t) is at your door. Even better, the Outdoor/Indoor Smart Camera comes with Alexa Video support, so you can view live footage right on your Echo Show. ADT ADT’s new Blue line of Wi-Fi security cameras feature 1080p recording with night vision, 2-way talk capabilities, and a free app that will let you view footage and control the cameras. There are three different models for outdoor use, indoor environments, and even for your doorbell. They will have Alexa and IFTTT support right out of the box, so you can interact with these ADT cameras with just your voice. Aipower Any car on the road can receive an Alexa-powered upgrade, as long as they have the right accessory. The Spark Smart Car Charger by Aipower plugs into a standard cigarette lighter outlet. It includes two USB-A charging ports, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and Alexa voice controls. Aipower also announced the Korona smart sensor night light and two smart bedside lamps that all have Alexa integration. Amazon Being the proprietor of Alexa, it’s no surprise that Amazon had some new Alexa updates to show off at CES 2020. The company announced two new initiatives: first was Fire TV Edition for Auto, a project that allows auto manufacturers to directly integrate Fire TV into car infotainment systems. It would feature a touchscreen UI, hands-free Alexa controls, and offline content playback. Second was Fire TV Edition for Operators, a similar project that will let TV and telecommunication companies bake Fire TV directly into their products. Array by Hampton Array by Hampton announced a new line of Wi-Fi-connected indoor and outdoor security cameras this year. Both cameras are wire-free, meaning users can place them just about anywhere around their homes. The indoor version features a 130-degree viewing angle and is powered by a rechargeable battery, while the outdoor version has a 110-degree view and can be paired up with a solar panel for continuous charging throughout the day. Both cameras can be controlled via the Array app or with Alexa voice commands. ARRIS The SURFboard mAX is a mesh Wi-Fi system that operates on the latest tri-band Wi-Fi 6 standards. Two of these devices paired together promise to deliver 6.6Gbps internet to a 5,500 sq. ft home. With direct Alexa integration, owners will be able
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