Amazon announces Echo Buds headphones with Alexa and Bose noise reduction for $129

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Amazon just announced its first foray into the headphone space with the Echo Buds, a pair of truly wireless earbuds that also work with Alexa, featuring Bose technology for noise reduction.

The Echo Buds will work just like any other Alexa device — say the “Alexa” wake word, and you’ll be able to ask any questions, just like a regular Echo. The big difference here, of course, is that they’ll work outside of your house, too (relying on a tethered smartphone for an internet connection).

There’s also some Echo Bud specific Alexa integrations planned: starting later this year, you’ll be able to ask Alexa whether the Whole Foods store (which Amazon owns) you’re in has the item you want and even direct you to which specific aisle in that...

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