But, for Saudis, these are far-off horrors that have found no echo in the kingdom itself.

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One of the things Murie said at that hearing will no doubt echo in the coming debate on the future of ANWR: "Beauty is a resource in and of itself, " she told the Congressional committee.

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There are a few other less notable issues with the Echo, but no others that would get in the way of us enjoying the Echo.

ENGADGET: Ceton Echo Windows Media Center Extender review HD

While Petitt owns hotels and once headed Choice Hotels (Comfort Inn, EconoLodge), Echo Mountain has no lodging, restaurants or condos.

FORBES: Ski Mogul

While Petitt owns hotels and once headed Choice Hotels (Comfort Inn, EconoLodge), Echo Mountain has no overnight lodging, restaurants or condos.

FORBES: Magazine Article

Thus an echo chamber in which no dissenting views ever get heard.

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Unfortunately there's no "tablet mode" like on the Echo to be found here, meaning that apps need to be modified to run in full-screen.

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The Echo, on the other hand, kept up with no hint of UI lag.

ENGADGET: Ceton Echo Windows Media Center Extender review HD

So, while the Xbox 360 experience still has a few unique elements that can't be matched by the brand-new Echo -- the animated transitions are still something almost no other set-top box can do -- we found the overall experience more enjoyable than what we've become accustomed to recently.

ENGADGET: Ceton Echo Windows Media Center Extender review HD

Let's send them a message that will echo from the Rockies all across America: Thanks, but no thanks.

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