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Report: Facebook aiming for July release of two smart speakers

Published 02/14/2018, 12:02 PM
© Reuters.  Report: Facebook aiming for July release of two smart speakers
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  • Facebook (FB +2.3%) is targeting July for the launch of two smart speakers, according to a DigiTimes report.
  • That's reportedly pushed later than an originally planned May release, so that Facebook can work on sound quality and software modification.
  • The speakers are code-named Aloha and Fiona; while Aloha is more sophisticated, each one will have a 15-inch touch screen a la Amazon's (AMZN +1.6%) Echo Show (though the Show has a smaller 7-inch touch screen) and promise video chat and social features as a way to stay in touch.
  • The Aloha model will be marketed under the name Portal and use voice commands along with facial recognition to access Facebook, according to the report.
  • Amazon's Echo Show lists for $229.99 and is currently on sale for $179.99.
  • Previously: Buy the dip now, says Facebook bull (Feb. 14 2018)
  • Now read: Bitcoin Vs. Amazon Vs. PayPal


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