You Can Buy an Amazon Echo Dot for Just $0.99 Today
Back in October, Amazon released a special package deal where customers could snag the Echo Dot with one month of Amazon Music Unlimited for $10.98. It was a big success, a deal so unbelievable that many people actually thought it was a mistake. Well folks, we're about to experience some deal déjà vu because they're doing it again. And this time around, there's even a perk for Amazon Prime members.
Today, December 11, Amazon's most popular smart speaker, the Echo Dot (3rd Gen) is on sale for $0.99 with the purchase of one month Amazon Music Unlimited. You can view the deal here. The monthly rate of Amazon Music is $9.99, bringing the grand total of the Echo Dot + subscription to $10.98. Prime members can enjoy a special rate of $7.99 on their Amazon Music subscription, and pay $8.98 for the package. Colors for the Echo Dot include sandstone, charcoal, and heather gray.
A couple things to note about this deal. If you read the fine print, customers are obliged to sign up for Amazon Music Unlimited with auto-renewal, meaning they'll continue getting charged automatically each month (either $7.99 or $9.99) for the music-streaming service. If you're enjoying the unlimited tunes sans ads, then keep on keeping on. But if you're not grooving to the beat, make sure to cancel within the first month. Pro tip: You can cancel the subscription immediately after purchasing, while still enjoying the service for the next 30 days. And I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but if you're already an Amazon Music Unlimited listener, you can't take advantage of this deal. It's exclusively for new members.
If you're not familiar with the Echo Dot, here's a quick rundown.
It usually sells for $59.99, and despite its sleek, compact style, it still boasts stereo-sound quality.
The device allows you to make hands-free calls and can work in conjunction with any other smart devices you have in your home.
The most notable feat of the speaker is the built-in artificial intelligence bot named Alexa, who has over 50,000 skills programmed into her including fitness tracking and games.
You can dole out commands to her such as 'Alexa, play Christmas music," to "Alexa, call Mom" or "Alexa, set my alarm for 7am."
This new 3rd Gen model is designed to protect your privacy, with multiple controls such as "microphone off," though there have been privacy issues with Alexa in the past.
Sure, I'm a little scared that Alexa is more efficient than me in so many areas, but putting that aside, it's nice to have a digital personal assistant around. Also, there's no way she could ever beat my chic decorating skills—I mean, she doesn't even have hands.
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