Amazon's Echo Hub is receiving a significant update in 2026, introducing a fully customizable interface and integrating advanced AI capabilities from Ring. Users can now resize, rearrange, and personalize sections on the smart display to suit their preferences and daily routines.
The latest software release enhances the Echo Hub's layout, allowing for a more tailored home automation experience. With Ring's AI features onboard, the device can analyze video feeds more intelligently, provide smarter alerts, and offer proactive security suggestions.
Key updates include:
- Customizable layout: Users can drag, drop, and resize widgets such as weather, calendar, camera feeds, and smart home controls.
- Ring AI integration: Enhanced motion detection, person and package recognition, and real-time notifications directly on the Echo Hub screen.
- Improved user interface: A refreshed design with smoother navigation and faster response times.
This update positions the Echo Hub as a central command center for modern smart homes, combining convenience with advanced security insights. The new features are rolling out through an automatic firmware update to existing Echo Hub users, with new units shipping with the software pre-installed.
via The Verge