If you want to add all the hands-free, voice-controlled convenience to an older car, the easiest way is by using Amazon’s Echo Auto device. Using the cellular data connection of your smartphone and then connecting to your car stereo with Bluetooth or even a mini jack connector, allows you to control music, send and receive texts, and even control your smarthome devices from the comfort of your car.
The latest second-generation device is small and unobtrusive when mounted in your car, it’s roughly the dimensions of a Halloween-sized Snickers. It includes an adhesive mount, but you can buy a variety of different mounts. It requires a cable for power using either a USB-A port, or the included 12V socket adapter. Cars without Bluetooth will need to use the included Aux-cable. Setup takes a few minutes and then Alexa is listening – to everything you say, always. Take advantage of the Cyber Monday Sale and make someone’s life easier.
Echo Auto – 2nd Gen, 2022 release ($34.99)
