The Echo Show 8 has always been Amazons sweet spot in their smart display lineup not too big, not too small, just right for most spaces. But this latest generation is more than just another screen with Alexa inside. Its a convenient little hub that finally delivers on the promise of making your smart home actually feel smart. And it can do a ton of other things, too.Heres where it gets interesting: Amazon has slashed the price from $150 to $85 a substantial 43% discount that saves you $65. At this price point, it transforms from a nice to have into a compelling smart home upgrade.See at AmazonYour personal smart home conciergeThis is the newest version of the Echo Show 8, so it has plenty of upgrades. The 8-inch HD display now pairs with spatial audio for a surprisingly immersive entertainment experience. The 13MP camera makes video calls look crisp and professional, while smart features like auto-framing keep you centered even when youre moving around your kitchen making dinner.What sets this generation apart is its built-in smart home hub, supporting Zigbee, Matter, and Thread devices without requiring additional hardware. This means your smart lights, cameras, and other devices can connect directly to the Show 8, simplifying your smart home setup and reducing clutter. Whats more, you can connect multiple devices to each other in different rooms. That means you can have something of an intercom system, use them for voice or video calls, or have better sound by way of multiple speakers.The adaptive content feature is particularly clever it shows you different information based on how far you are from the device. Glance at your calendar from across the room, or get detailed info when youre up close. Combined with the new Top Connections widget, it makes everyday tasks like video calling as simple as a single tap.For those concerned about privacy, Amazon has built in multiple layers of control, including physical mic muting and clear indicators when features are active. You wont have to worry about any potential eavesdroppers, so if thats a concern, you can kill it immediately.What you will want to concern yourself with is how affordable this deal is. Its going to be one of the last offers of the season, so if youre interested in trying one out, be sure you grab yours ASAP. It wont be around for very long, so go into the new year with some great savings.See at Amazon