The most interesting question is whether a purpose-built clock or picture frame is more useful than a repurposed iPad for always-on home controls. These are new physical interfaces worth inspecting.

Try or explore: Compare the Echo Time and Photo Frame to an iPad-based HomeControl panel; check current specifications and camera privacy controls before buying.

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Amazon’s new Echo Time is a $200 bedside clock with Alexa+. Amazon has expanded the Echo lineup with a $200 Echo Time bedside clock, a $200 Alexa Photo Frame and an Echo Show 16, plus a camera-equipped Echo Studio. Why click: The most interesting question is whether a purpose-built clock or picture frame is more useful than a repurposed iPad for always-on home controls. These are new physical interfaces worth inspecting.