There is a time limit on Echo drop in when using Echo Show devices. When a call is initiated by dropping in on an approved contact or room, the recipient of the call will see a 10-second ‘frosted glass’ screen. This means that for those initial 10 seconds, the recipient will not be able to see who is calling or have the call appear on their screen.
This 10-second delay serves as a privacy feature, giving the recipient the opportunity to decline the drop-in before the call is actually connected and their video feed is shown on the screen. It allows them to have a brief window of time to decide if they want to accept the call or not.
This time limit is designed to respect the privacy and consent of the call recipient. It ensures that they have control over who can drop in on them and when. By providing this short delay, Echo Show devices give the recipient the chance to decline the call if they are not ready or available to answer.
This feature can be particularly useful in situations where the recipient may not be in a position to take a call immediately or if they simply prefer not to be interrupted at that moment. It gives them the ability to maintain their privacy and control over their device.
In my personal experience, the 10-second ‘frosted glass’ screen has been helpful in allowing me to decide whether to accept a drop-in call or not. There have been times when I was busy or occupied with something else, and having that brief window to decline the call was appreciated. It gave me the chance to either finish what I was doing or prepare myself before accepting the call.
The time limit on Echo drop in adds an extra layer of privacy and control for the call recipient. It ensures that they have the opportunity to decline the drop-in before their video feed is shown on the screen, giving them the ability to manage their availability and maintain their privacy.