Wired

MARCH 16, 2025

Weve rounded up our favorite speakers that let you talk to Alexa, from the best Echo speakers to third-party options like the Sonos Era.

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The Verge

JANUARY 15, 2021

Amazon is giving car companies the unprecedented privilege of accessing the core artificial intelligence underpinning its Alexa digital assistant, a first for the company’s AI platform. Amazon is calling the new offering Alexa Custom Assistant. Amazon is using Alexa to compete with Apple and Google in the car software space.

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Engadget

MARCH 24, 2025

It goes without saying that many of these smart LED light bulbs work with Amazons Alexa and the Google Assistant, so if you already have a smart home setup in the works, you can find one that fits into your chosen ecosystem. Smart light bulb FAQs Whats the best smart light bulb for Alexa? There is no best smart light bulb for Alexa.

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TechSpot

JULY 2, 2021

As reported by the BBC, people called Alexa have to endure repeated jokes in which others shout their names before speaking a command. One parent said her teenage daughter received endless abuse from other children and even teachers after she started secondary school because of her name.

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TechSpot

AUGUST 27, 2024

In May, it was reported that a more conversational version of Alexa will launch later in 2024. It followed Amazon's September 2023 announcement that Alexa would be receiving an artificial intelligence upgrade as generative AI companies' tools such as ChatGPT increasingly made Alexa look antiquated. Read Entire Article

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 24, 2025

The Pop can serve as a more discreet Alexa assistant than the Echo Dot (which is fairly universally recognized as a smart home gadget). You’ll need the Alexa app on your phone, and it walks you through setup step-by-step. Everything else is done through voice commands or through the Alexa app.

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TechSpot

MAY 19, 2025

In February, Amazon confirmed the long-running rumors that it would be releasing a new Alexa assistant with integrated generative AI capabilities. The company promised it would be able to order groceries and takeouts, book table reservations, and perform complex, multi-step tasks. Read Entire Article

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 7, 2025

FREE WITH PRIME: Prime members get Alexa+ free , which is $19.99/month Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Get Alexa+ free with Prime Learn More In case you haven’t heard, Alexa+ is here , and she’s ready to grace every Amazon device in your home. month otherwise. That’s right, folks.

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VentureBeat

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

In rearchitecting the upgraded Alexa voice assistant, Amazon turned to model mixing to bring agentic capabilities to devices. Read More

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

The Astro also has Alexa Guard integration, allowing it to alert you to sounds of a broken window or smoke alarm, just like an Echo speaker. The Astro will also be integrated into the new Alexa Together service, which provides access to an emergency helpline and support for fall detection devices.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Avoid making any Grinch-like moves this holiday and manage your Amazon shopping notifications in the Alexa app to help keep the magic alive. How to turn off package notifications on Alexa. Open the Alexa app. How to stop Alexa asking you to rate purchases. Tap on More in the bottom right hand corner.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Amazon has added a valuable new feature to Alexa: you can now opt to have more time to finish your statement or question before Alexa responds to you. If you want to enable this, you can turn it on in the Alexa app. The company has also added the ability for Android users to type requests in the Alexa app.

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TechSpot

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

According to Amazon SVP of devices and services, Panos Panay, Alexa+ can perform tasks like ordering groceries from Whole Foods or Amazon Fresh, order takeout from Uber Eats or Grubhub, remind you when tickets for your favorite band go on sale on Ticketmaster, play music from most popular streaming services. Read Entire Article

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Engadget

MARCH 17, 2025

Since Blink is an Amazon company, of course the Mini 2 ties into the Alexa ecosystem. As you might expect, you'll be able to view images captured by the Mini 2 via the Alexa app on an Echo Show, Fire Tablet or Fire TV but, curiously, not iOS or Android. This is our recommendation for the best security camera for Alexa users.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Amazon’s Alexa told a child to touch a penny to the exposed prongs of a phone charger plugged into the wall, according to one parent who posted screenshots of their Alexa activity history showing the interaction ( via Bleeping Computer ). OMFG My 10 year old just asked Alexa on our Echo for a challenge and this is what she said.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Smart speaker giving, such as Alexa Donations — 1%. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software 24%. Virtual fundraising events 22%. Giving Tuesday 22%. The 10 Least Effective Digital Marketing & Fundraising Tools. Giving through gaming — 2%. Podcasts — 4%. Online raffles or sweepstakes — 4%.

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The Verge

MARCH 5, 2021

Amazon has always tried to push its Alexa-enabled smart speakers as a platform, boasting about the number of third-party “skills” available (more than 100,000 in the most recent count). Since 2017, Alexa will automatically enable skills if users ask the right question (otherwise known as an “invocation phrase”).

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The Verge

DECEMBER 23, 2021

If you regularly use an Alexa device, you’ve probably been upsold by Amazon’s assistant at some point. Ask Alexa to carry out some basic task like setting a timer, and it will finish its response with a cheery “By the way, did you know I could [insert feature you’ve never heard of here].” Alexa devices with screens are used more.

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TechSpot

JULY 20, 2022

Ever since Amazon introduced Alexa via its Echo smart speakers, I've longed for the day when I could just talk to devices and have them do what I wanted them to. Unfortunately, we're not there just yet, but we're getting somewhat closer.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Alexa, play the Queen’s Christmas Day message” will soon be a thing — even if you don’t live in the UK. Photo by John Stillwell - WPA Pool/Getty Images. Starting December 25th at 3PM GMT (or 10AM ET, 7AM PT), that phrase will deliver the Queen’s traditional Christmas Day broadcast, according to The Guardian.

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Engadget

MARCH 25, 2025

It also comes with an Alexa-powered remote control, which lets you search for titles with just a click of the Alexa button. It's also our pick for best budget streaming stick. The Fire TV Stick HD has HDR support and streams with full HD resolution.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 19, 2022

One of the first projects we supported was to build an Alexa integration into the database. The group asked for $50 for equipment (to buy an echo dot, a speaker that connects to Alexa) and three people for two days to do a hackathon. Plus, they wanted pizza delivered for dinner. We requested specificity and got it!

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TechSpot

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Few things persist for very long in the rapidly evolving world of technology and nearly a decade in, Alexa is struggling.

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TechSpot

MAY 22, 2024

Reports that Amazon is considering introducing a subscription-based Alexa tier featuring the latest generative AI tech have been swirling for years. Amazon hopes that such a version will be able to match the abilities of ChatGPT and similar chatbots. Read Entire Article

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Engadget

MAY 29, 2025

In a press release announcing the deal, The New York Times shared that this agreement will bring new features for customers like accessing summaries or excerpts of Times content using Alexa. It will also allow Amazon to train its AI models on The New York Times content.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Seeing the modern world of voice technology as more people were outfitting their homes with Amazon’s Alexa, Google Home and voice-controlled televisions, the trio pivoted their business in 2017 to create a similar experience for the world of customer service. Customer care as a service: Outsourcing can help your startup wow clients 24/7.

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Mashable Tech

MAY 13, 2025

Save $35 Get Deal Amazon's voice assistant — Alexa — is more powerful than ever. In 2025, Alexa got upgraded to Alexa+, which can do a lot more than play music on command. Now Alexa+ can do multi-step tasks including planning date night and reading a bedtime story to kids. at Amazon $99.99

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Mashable Tech

MAY 28, 2025

It has a remote with Alexa built in, helping you turn any TV into a smart TV. Top tip: using Alexa to search for your favorite movie saves time and effort.) And as of May 28, you can save $20 on the list price with the Fire Stick now at $39.99.

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Engadget

MAY 20, 2025

Earlier this year, Amazon started rolling out Alexa+ , a version of the popular voice assistant rebuilt around generative AI, to select Echo devices. This new search experience was built using Amazon Bedrock , Amazon's cloud service for hosting AI models.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 24, 2025

If you’re an Alexa person, these come with built-in voice control. Price: $249.99 $399.99 Need to skip a song? Just swipe. Need to pause for a second to pretend you're listening to someone? It’s all so smooth and intuitive that it makes button-mashing feel medieval.

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Engadget

MAY 20, 2025

The remote also integrates with Alexa for voice control. The Fire Stick HD supports 1080p streaming at 60 FPS and includes an Amazon remote that can control the power and volume on the actual TV. This is something the previous iteration, the Fire TV Stick Lite, couldn't do. The days of having to navigate multiple remotes are over.

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VentureBeat

APRIL 8, 2025

Currently, the model supports multiple expressive voices, both masculine and feminine, in American and British English. Read More

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

And if you love yelling at your devices, built-in Alexa voice control lets you adjust settings without touching a remote. Adaptive Sound enhances dialogue, while the Active Voice Amplifier keeps voices clear, even in chaotic scenes. Price: $634.95 $1,399 Retailer: Walmart Sound Channels: 7.1.2

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Mashable Tech

APRIL 14, 2025

Price: $179.99 $299.99 Plus, a three-minute charge gives you a full hour of listening time, which is perfect for those of us who remember to charge things only after walking out the door.

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Engadget

MAY 29, 2025

The built-in mic also allows for voice assistant control, but only with Siri and Alexa. It also includes a Bluetooth receiver and line-in options. Of course, the speaker integrates with just about every streaming music service. Google Assistant is left out of the party. This speaker goes all-in on spatial audio, and the results are mixed.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 24, 2025

With five microphones and some serious audio magic, your voice comes through clearly without you needing to shout like you're reporting live from a storm.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 31, 2021

Designed to inspire generosity in children, members are mailed monthly postcards featuring nonprofits and then the family can listen to the impact of their giving through Alexa. Helpen is an interesting fundraising concept that combines voice giving with print. Jewelry for Good :: jewelryforgood.org.

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