Channel the Force to your Echo with these 'Star Wars' stands.(Amazon)
The overlap between smart-home fans and Star Wars fans is almost a perfect circle, and why wouldn't it be? Who doesn't want C3PO handling tasks around their home? If that sounds like you, then this Black Friday deal is one you want to pay attention to: major discounts on Star Wars-themed stands for the Amazon Echo! Score one through this invite-only Prime deal for as low as $30.
This stand is a great gift for any Mando fan, especially since the eyes light up whenever the Echo Dot is placed inside it. It also glows when you say "Alexa" (or the wake word of your choice.) It's a great way to add a bit of flair to your day-to-day setup!
Vader is by far the coolest villain in the Star Wars universe, and anyone who disagrees can duel me, Jedi-style. This stand glows when Alexa is activated, bringing his doleful gaze straight to your living room.
There's something about the Stormtroopers' utter inability to aim that makes them lthe villans you hate to love, and this stand keeps their ineptitude front and center in your smart-home setup.
"Really cool! I used a Mason jar lid to raise the Alexa up so the blue ring lights up the front visor. I changed the voice to the male voice. Sounds like Din Djarin," one improvising fan said.
"The Force is strong with this stand," said one five-star fanboy. "It's safe to say that it's become a standout addition to my home. This stand brings the perfect blend of style, geekiness and functionality to my Echo Dot."
Another customer said, "Very sturdy and has good weight. Looks amazing on my shelf and works amazing. It’s fun to see the eyes light up with the Echo functionality. Everyone I’ve shown wants one. Was very surprised with how sturdy this feels. Was expecting light plastic, but this is definitely built to last and does its job very well."
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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