It has been a constant endeavor at Amazon to offer devices and services that has the widest appeal and application in society. That includes reaching out to those with different forms of disabilities so that they too are able to make the most of the latest Amazon devices. With around a billion people living throughout the world with different forms of disabilities, it makes a … [Read more...] about Latest accessibility features that make Amazon devices disable friendly
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Kindle creator Gregg Zehr announces retirement from Amazon
President of Amazon's Lab126, Gregg Zehr who is credited to have invented the Kindle has stepped down from the company. This brings to end an illustrious career spanning 18 years at Amazon during which he not only developed the Kindle e-Reader but is believed to have helped shape Lab126. This lab is the secretive Amazon hardware division where all of the company's tech … [Read more...] about Kindle creator Gregg Zehr announces retirement from Amazon
Amazon Fire tablets get new accessibility features like ‘Tap to Alexa’ and more
Amazon announced it is bringing the 'Tap to Alexa' feature to Fire tablets, including the new Fire HD 8 and Fire HD 8 Plus tablets launched just a day back. Among the more accessibility features that have been introduced to the Fire tablet family include text-to-speech and compatibility with Bluetooth switch access controllers, The Verge reported. Of these, tap to Alexa can … [Read more...] about Amazon Fire tablets get new accessibility features like ‘Tap to Alexa’ and more
Can you use an Alexa speaker with your Kindle?
Amazon's Kindle lineup is one of the most successful family of e-readers ever sold. Kindle devices are cheap, easy to use, and incredibly long-lasting. Many of them are waterproof now and the battery literally lasts for weeks on end. Currently, those looking to buy a Kindle can choose from the base model Kindle, the Kindle Paperwhite and Paperwhite Signature Edition, and the … [Read more...] about Can you use an Alexa speaker with your Kindle?
Echo Dot Kids launched in the UK
Amazon is all set to launch a version of its Echo Dot smart speaker in the UK, one that has been optimized for use by the kids. The speaker also sports a tiger or panda-themed design to appeal to its intended clientele, and it does look cool, it must be said. Amazon said the new child-specific Echo Dot speakers provide the perfect learning experience with Alexa specially … [Read more...] about Echo Dot Kids launched in the UK
Amazon Build It program will develop only the products people like
A Cuckoo Clock, a Nutrition Scale, and a Sticky Printer form a new line of smart gadgets that are being developed by Amazon. However, the retail giant has adopted a change of strategy when it comes to developing and marketing the devices. For instead of manufacturing them and putting those up for sale, Amazon has initiated a 'Build It' program where it will be manufacturing the … [Read more...] about Amazon Build It program will develop only the products people like
Amazon Alexa turns 5
The Amazon Alexa voice assistant turns 5 today and originally it was based on Amazon Polly, which the company acquired IVONA software, back in 2013. Alexa is now everywhere, in sunglasses, echo speakers and even a talking microwave. To celebrate the birthday, Amazon is running a bunch of savings on Fire Tablets, Fire TV, Kindle E-Readers, Echo and Alexa devices, Smart Home, … [Read more...] about Amazon Alexa turns 5
Amazon announces a bevy of new Alexa products
Amazon wants to include their Alexa voice assistant in all corners of our home and body. Today at their annual Alexa event the company announced earbuds, glasses, Echo Studio, which will compete against Sonos, Google Home and Apple and a ton of other things. One of the more interesting things Amazon announced today were the Echo Buds -- $130 earbuds with 5 hours of battery … [Read more...] about Amazon announces a bevy of new Alexa products
Choose your own adventure audiobooks now available on Alexa
Chooseco is the company that has produced the Choose your own Adventure books for decades. They have just partnered with Amazon and Audible for a series of old titles that have been developed into Alexa Skills. Chooseco has selected Journey Under the Sea (which takes place in the lost city of Atlantis), and The Abominable Snowman, set in the Himalayas. To access the books, you … [Read more...] about Choose your own adventure audiobooks now available on Alexa
Over 100 million Alexa devices have been sold
Dave Limp, senior vice president of Amazon Devices told the WSJ Tech D.Live conference that there are over 10,000 employees working on Alexa and Echo devices. The total workforce for Alexa products has increased by 50% from 2007. Dave Limp told The Verge in an interview that over 100 million Alexa-equipped devices have sold to date. It wouldn't say how many of those are its … [Read more...] about Over 100 million Alexa devices have been sold