Want the best of both worlds? Get a compact smart display/stereo speaker in one with the Echo Show 8, on sale for $99.99 (was $129.99). You have access to plenty of the most popular streaming apps, plus there’s a 13MP camera with auto-framing—so buy two, one for you and one for family or friends, and say “I miss UR face” to their face. Oh, and there’s also a battery pack (sold separately) if you want to take the show(s) on the road. Got an audiophile in the family who also wants the convenience of Alexa? You can currently get the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin wireless music system on sale for $699 (was $799). This statement piece with Apple AirPlay 2 (as well as Bluetooth) is another one of our picks for best smart speakers because of its impactful yet impeccable fidelity, delivered by components that have trickled down from acclaimed speakers that cost multi-thousands. It connects to your Wi-Fi network so you can stream high-resolution audio through the B&W app from Deezer, Qobuz, TIDAL, Soundcloud, and Last.fm, as well as off of devices via Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth 5.0 (including the AAC, SBC, and aptX Adaptive codecs), and Spotify Connect. And, yes, it’s got built-in microphones that let you interact with Alexa. If there’s space on the credenza, this audio airship will transport anyone listening to Cloud 9.
