# Space-Conscious Smart Displays The Amazon Echo Show 5 is Perfectly Sized for Small Areas By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-show-5 References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/amazon-echo-show-5-smart-display/) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HZLHPKP/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) The [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-show-15) Echo Show 5 smart display is the latest model from the eCommerce brand that will deliver exceptional functionality in an efficiently compact unit. The device features a 5.5-inch display that makes it perfect for placement on a bedside table, crowded desk or even compact countertop to keep it nearby at all times. Users can take advantage of Amazon [Alexa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-modo-mio-voicy) connectivity using their voice, while the screen will provide visual information relating to the weather, web searches and much more. The Amazon Echo Show 5 smart display is also outfitted with a small speaker and a camera module that will enable users to take video calls in a handsfree manner. A built-in privacy shutter on the lens will allow users to manually toggle the camera inactive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Compact Smart Displays:** Opportunities for brands to design smart display devices that prioritize space and efficiency. - **Voice-activated Interfaces:** Opportunities for brands to integrate voice-activated interfaces into smart technology for seamless user experiences. - **Privacy-focused Smart Devices:** Opportunities for brands to create smart devices that prioritize user privacy with features like manual camera shutters. ### Who This Affects Most - **Smart Home Technology:** Opportunities for smart home technology companies to innovate with more compact and privacy-focused smart displays. - **Telecommunications:** Opportunities for telecommunications companies to integrate compact smart displays with voice-activated interfaces into their product offerings. - **Healthcare:** Opportunities for healthcare providers to incorporate compact smart displays with voice-activated interfaces and privacy-focused features into patient care environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expansive Smart Home Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-show-21.md) - [Auto-Adjusting Smart Home Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-amazon-echo-show-8.md) - [Space-Themed Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-show-5-kids.md) - [Camera-Less Refreshed Digital Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-spot.md) - [Oversized Intelligent Home Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skylight-cal-max.md) - [Illuminating Smart Home Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-dot-with-clock.md) - [Next-Generation AI Assistant Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-devices.md) - [Child-Friendly Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-dot-kids.md) - [Art-Driven Smart Home Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-ember-artline-tv.md)