Amazon launches Echo Time smart alarm clock with sleep monitoring

Amazon introduced the Echo Time, a smart alarm clock designed for bedside use, combining a circular touch screen, Alexa+ integration, and sleep monitoring sensors. The device, priced at R$1,499, uses ultrasonic sensors to detect light sleep phases and wake users within a 10-60 minute window, according to Tecnoblog.

Price and Availability

The Echo Time is available for pre-order on Amazon, with an official launch scheduled for November 11, 2026, in Brazil. A separate promotion by Worten offers up to 85 euros off select Alexa devices, valid until November 15, per Marketeer.

Other Echo devices in the 2026 lineup include the Echo Dot (R$819) and Echo Studio with camera (R$2,149), as reported by TudoCelular.com. The Echo Studio with camera includes a 13-megapixel sensor and real-time monitoring features, while the version without a camera costs R$1,199. The Echo Show 16, featuring a 16-inch Full HD screen and Nanomatte finish, starts at US$499.99 (~R$2,662), with a Nanomatte version priced at US$569.99 (~R$3,034).

Amazon Rolls Out Its New Echo Time Smart Alarm Clock

Amazon also released child-friendly versions, including the Amazon Kids Echo Dot at US$109.99 (~R$585) and the Amazon Kids Echo Time at US$209.99 (~R$1.118), both including a one-year Kids Plus subscription. The Alexa Photo Frame starts at US$199.99 (~R$1.064) in black, with wooden frame options at US$229 (~R$1.219).

Sleep Monitoring Technology

The Echo Time employs ultrasonic sensors to track sleep cycles, avoiding the need for a camera. Users can set a wake window, and the device adjusts based on light sleep phases.

The device includes Adaptive Volume, which adjusts audio output based on user position, and Advanced Environmental Adaptation, which optimizes sound quality for room acoustics, as noted in TudoCelular.com.

Echo Time's Sleep Focus vs. Echo Studio's Home Monitoring Features

The Echo Time is included among smart home devices, including the Echo Studio with camera, which includes a 13-megapixel sensor and real-time monitoring features. While the Echo Time focuses on sleep optimization, the Echo Studio targets home monitoring.

Amazon’s strategy includes expanding Alexa+ capabilities, with devices like the Echo Show 16 featuring a 16-inch screen and AI-driven photo organization. The Echo Studio also offers Live View, a real-time monitoring feature that allows users to check their homes remotely, as reported by Tecnoblog.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of the Echo Time?

The Echo Time costs R$1,499. Additional models include the Amazon Kids Echo Time at US$209.99 (~R$1.118) and the Echo Studio with camera at R$2,149.

Amazon launches Echo Time smart alarm clock with sleep monitoring
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When does the Echo Time launch in Brazil?

The device is set for an official release on November 11, 2026.

Does the Echo Time have a camera?

No, the Echo Time lacks a camera but includes ultrasonic sensors for sleep tracking.

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Did You Know?

The Echo Time’s sleep monitoring uses ultrasonic sensors to detect light sleep phases, while the Echo Studio with camera includes a 13-megapixel sensor and Live View for remote monitoring. The Amazon Kids Echo Time and Dot offer child-friendly designs with one-year Kids Plus subscriptions.

Pro Tip

Pre-order the Echo Time on Amazon ahead of its November 11, 2026, launch, and explore promotions like Worten’s up to 85 euros off select Alexa devices until November 15.