by dbadmin | Jan 18, 2024 | Amazon, Amazon Alexa, News
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Amazon is working on a paid, enhanced version of Alexa called “Alexa Plus.” Amazon is reportedly not happy with the performance of Alexa Plus. The development of the subscription service has created internal politics, some...
by dbadmin | Dec 13, 2023 | Amazon, Amazon Alexa, Amazon Echo, News
Credit: Roger Fingas / Android Authority Amazon Alexa seems to be having issues in recognizing voice commands regarding lights. Users are suddenly unable to control their lights with their Echo devices. The problem is now fixed according to Amazon. Update: December...
by dbadmin | Nov 17, 2023 | Amazon, Amazon Alexa, News
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority A leaked internal memo from Amazon reveals the company is preparing for layoffs. Amazon plans to cut “several hundred” jobs from its Alexa department. The move is meant to help Amazon maximize its resources toward its...
by dbadmin | Oct 25, 2023 | Amazon, Amazon Alexa, News
Amazon has rolled out its new conversational AI feature for Alexa devices. Dubbed Explore with Alexa, the feature is predominantly made for kids. Voice assistants are endlessly helpful for adults, allowing us to convert units, query tomorrow’s weather and tasks, and...
by dbadmin | Sep 20, 2023 | Amazon, Amazon Alexa, News
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Amazon announced that it has enhanced Alexa with generative AI. Alexa will now be more conversational and expressive when you talk to it. Users will be able to try out these capabilities through a free preview. With...
by dbadmin | May 30, 2023 | Amazon, Amazon Alexa, News
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Amazon is discontinuing Celebrity Personalities for Alexa. The Samuel L. Jackson personality has already stopped working. Shaq and Melissa McCarthy’s voices will stop working later this year. Amazon first introduced...