So how child-friendly is it? Is the Echo Dot safe for your kids?
A Helpful Diversion?
The company revamped its fourth-generation Echo Dot for adults, giving it a new shape. The gadget for kids looks much different from a traditional Echo Dot, mainly because people can buy it in a design that looks like a tiger or a panda. The playful appearance could convince parents that the speaker is a worry-free diversion for a bored youngster.
Users can also make calls with the device, but only to parent-approved people.
Any parent who has ever dealt with a fussy, frustrated kid knows the value of keeping the youngster occupied long enough for the adult to cook dinner, pay bills, or enjoy a bit of downtime. But what are the possible risks?