Amazon's new and improved version of Alexa is called Alexa+. The next-generation upgrade is more conversational, can execute complex tasks, and is more personalized. While the rollout starts next month on select Echo Show devices, Amazon claims it will eventually be available on every Alexa-powered device the company has shipped. It will cost $20 monthly but is free for Amazon … [Read more...] about Amazon Alexa+ will cost $19.99 per month
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Amazon is having a big event tomorrow
Amazon might have quietly discontinued its File Transfer system for e-books tomorrow, but something else is occurring on the same day: a hardware event. Amazon is holding a "devices and services" showcase on February 26th in New York. They will not be streaming the event live. Instead, they will likely announce a new version of Alexa powered by AI. The company will likely … [Read more...] about Amazon is having a big event tomorrow
Amazon is having a hardware event on February 26th
Amazon is having a hardware event on February 26th, 2025. The lead of its devices and services team is Panos Panay, who will spearhead all the product unveiling. Reuters suggests that Amazon will release the new Alexa generative artificial intelligence voice service, said three people familiar with the matter. The company will likely release new Alexa smart speakers with all … [Read more...] about Amazon is having a hardware event on February 26th
Amazon to Launch Conversational AI-Enabled Alexa Soon
Amazon is planning to launch a paid model of its Alexa smart AI voice assistant service, The Wall Street Journal reported. While the specifics are yet to be revealed, there already are reports of Amazon considering a $10 per month payment structure for what it claims to be a conversational GenAI service. Developed by a team led by Amazon Vice President Heather Zorn, the … [Read more...] about Amazon to Launch Conversational AI-Enabled Alexa Soon
New Amazon ‘Explore with Alexa’ feature aims at elevating kids’ learning with AI-powered conversations
Amazon is introducing a new feature, "Explore with Alexa," on its Echo devices, allowing kids to engage in interactive conversations with the AI-powered assistant. This is going to be a new feature addition to the Amazon Kids+ content subscription, enabling children to have kid-friendly chats with Alexa, leveraging generative AI while ensuring a safe and appropriate … [Read more...] about New Amazon ‘Explore with Alexa’ feature aims at elevating kids’ learning with AI-powered conversations
Amazon races ahead with generative AI-capable Alexa development
During Amazon's recent devices event, the tech giant dropped hints of transitioning Alexa from a free service to a chargeable one in the near future. The event showcased generative AI features that Amazon has been developing for Alexa, promising Echo users a glimpse of these capabilities in the upcoming months. These features include engaging in more dynamic conversations with … [Read more...] about Amazon races ahead with generative AI-capable Alexa development
How Amazon is re-shaping itself in the ChatGPT era
Amazon, like most of the biggies in the business is forced to sit up and re-think their strategies post the advent of chatGPT. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, while acknowledging the immense potential of generative AI applications like chatGPT stated they have been working with similar technology for a long time now. However, while Amazon is yet to come up with anything that can be … [Read more...] about How Amazon is re-shaping itself in the ChatGPT era
Amazon and Disney Launch Hey Disney! For Users
Image credit: Amazon Amazon has launched a new voice assistant called Hey Disney! in association with Disney. The voice assistant (also called the Disney Magical Companion) that's built on Alexa technology is finally available in the US and is likely to bring the magic of Disney to your home. Users can access the service through an annual, auto-renewing subscription in the … [Read more...] about Amazon and Disney Launch Hey Disney! For Users
Amazon introduces a quartet of new Echo devices
Amazon recently unveiled an exciting update to its Echo lineup, introducing four new devices that provide enhanced access to Alexa both at home and on-the-go, all at an incredible price point. These new devices include the all-new Echo Pop, available in vibrant colors like Lavender Bloom and Midnight Teal, as well as the next-generation Echo Show 5 with an upgraded speaker … [Read more...] about Amazon introduces a quartet of new Echo devices
Amazon may have a ChatGPT rival soon
Andy Jassy, the CEO of Amazon, expressed his enthusiasm for the potential of generative AI, stating that the opportunities it presents are "exciting". In an interview given to the Financial Times, Jassy also mentioned that many major tech companies have been utilizing these large, generative AI models "for quite some time". "I think it's exciting, what's possible with … [Read more...] about Amazon may have a ChatGPT rival soon