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Old 09-04-2019, 02:43 PM
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Has anyone purchased/used an Echo Auto in their A5 yet? I finally got an invitation, to buy one, but not sure I’m interested.

From what I understand, you have to use either Bluetooth or plugged in via Aux. Given this, I am assuming I would have to utilize the external sources MMI input to hear Alexa (responses, music, news, etc). Anyone have any hands on experience? Likes, dislikes?

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It's gotten pretty horrible reviews
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No Thank You - Nor would I install the FaceCrook "Personal Communications Device. Neither device in either my Home nor my Car.


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Which model flip phone are you sporting these days? ;o)
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Which model flip phone are you sporting these days? ;o)
More importantly, how do you keep the S5 so clean while commuting every day to that shack in the middle of the woods off the grid?
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More importantly, how do you keep the S5 so clean while commuting every day to that shack in the middle of the woods off the grid?
He has a ceramic coating,
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Other than wanting to say “Alexa, do <xyz>” to have her do whatever I want, I guess there’s not much value unless it’s native or like CP/AA. It’s only $25, but I’m probably going to pass, unless the better 2/3rds wants it for her non-CP Q5. If she wants it I’ll be the one setting it up and will report back on how it goes.

@Nikon1 - ha! you’d hate my house! Not a Facebook user, but I have Alexa and other smart devices galore! It’s awesome to use voice commands and have lights all come on/off when I arrive or leave the house.
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Other than wanting to say “Alexa, do <xyz>” to have her do whatever I want, I guess there’s not much value unless it’s native or like CP/AA. It’s only $25, but I’m probably going to pass, unless the better 2/3rds wants it for her non-CP Q5. If she wants it I’ll be the one setting it up and will report back on how it goes.

@Nikon1 - ha! you’d hate my house! Not a Facebook user, but I have Alexa and other smart devices galore! It’s awesome to use voice commands and have lights all come on/off when I arrive or leave the house.

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