Amazon is acquiring mesh Wi-Fi start-up Eero in a move that will let the Seattle-based giant expand its ever expanding assortment of smart-home capabilities.
The acquisition, announced today, gives Amazon more integration with its Alexa-equipped devices while improving Wi-Fi coverage within the home. The deal is still subject to standard regulatory approval but could be appealing for customers that want to add more devices while blanketing Internet connectivity through more rooms by providing multiple access points.
The news comes just weeks after 2019 Consumer Electronics Show, where both the world’s largest tech companies and much smaller startups showcased the future
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