Amazon took the wraps off a revamped Alexa that is infused with generative artificial intelligence (AI) to be more capable, conversational and agentic than the old version. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
Two years into its planned revamp of Alexa into a smarter voice assistant with generative artificial intelligence (AI) at its core, Amazon is running into deployment roadblocks that range from hallucinations to organizational challenges. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...
Amazon is turning to Anthropic’s artificial intelligence (AI) model Claude to power the revamped version of its voice assistant, Alexa, according to sources familiar with the matter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
Amazon’s is planning an artificial intelligence (AI) overhaul for Alexa. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this...
Amazon has unveiled a redesigned Alexa app, offering users an enhanced experience in managing their smart home devices. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...
Amazon on Tuesday (Dec. 14) announced that it will cut its commission from 30% to 20% on smart speakers and other Alexa-powered devices for skill developers who earn less than $1 million in revenue through Skill purchases, in-skill purchases and skill subscriptions. The change will take...
The Alexa speaker turned seven about a month ago — old enough in internet years for Amazon to launch its Alexa Together service, which connects seniors and caregivers, on Tuesday (Dec. 7). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...
“Alexa: I need the recipe for Creamy Pesto Chicken & Orzo” could soon be heard in homes with active Blue Apron meal kit and recipe subscriptions and Amazon’s virtual assistant, according to a Thursday (Dec. 2) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form...
Voice command telephone calls have been available in cars for decades, but a new tie-up between Amazon and Verizon looks to bring that practice indoors to consumers’ homes. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...