Alexa, Amazon and generative AI

Amazon's next-gen Alexa may not be ready in time for Feb 26 event
According to internal messages seen by The Washington Post, the public release of the new Alexa has been pushed back by a month. An unnamed Amazon employee told the publication that it may not arrive until March 31 or later, as Alexa still seems to be struggling to give accurate answers to test questions.
Amazon’s revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event
Amazon won’t launch the AI-powered upgrade for Alexa for at least a month after its showcase at an event set for February 26th, according to The Washington Post. The delay is reportedly at least partly because the updated assistant has issues with giving inaccurate answers to test questions.
Amazon's gen AI-powered Alexa is coming - how much it could cost you
Citing intel from three people familiar with the matter and an internal planning document, Reuters reported that Amazon executives have a "Go/No-go" meeting slated for Feb. 14. That meeting will determine the "street readiness" of Alexa's generative AI enhancement to ensure the revamp is ready for customers.
Report: Amazon tipped to ship revamped Alexa AI updates later this month
One of Amazon’s key Alexa executives, Panos Panay, who is senior vice president of devices and services at the company, is promised to be in attendance at the event, which is set to take place on Feb. 26. The company has confirmed it will announce news from the Alexa team, but hasn’t said much beyond that.
Amazon’s new Alexa delayed — again — over incorrect answers
Amazon will soon show off a much-delayed new version of its Alexa virtual assistant, but the upgrade still won’t be ready for public release.
AI Alexa and AI Siri face bugs and delays
Amazon and Apple are struggling to put generative AI technology in their digital assistants — Alexa and Siri, respectively — according to a pair of reports that came out on Friday. Amazon hoped to release its new Alexa during an event in New York on February 26.
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Ultimate Alexa Command Guide: 200-Plus Voice Commands to Get the Most Out of Your Echo
With the new premium $35 Alexa Voice Remote Pro, you can say "Alexa, find my remote" into any Echo device you own (or the ...
Amazon Alexa gets new skill that can help your child fall asleep – and I can’t decide if that’s cute or creepy
Amazon has announced fresh powers for Alexa to help parents in the nightly routine of getting their kids to go to sleep. It comes in the form of a bedtime story that’s been specifically tailored – and ...
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Amazon's AI revamp of Alexa assistant nears unveiling
Amazon prepares to release Alexa generative AI revamp after delays Amazon invites press to event in late February Alexa could come with price tag of $5 to $10 per month Feb 5 (Reuters ...
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42 Alexa Commands to Make Super Bowl Sunday Even Better
Explore Alexa skills and commands to take your Super Bowl Sunday to the next level. Super Bowl Sunday is finally here. As you ...