Summary

  • Amazon is launching a new website and app for its Alexa Plus subscribers to access the AI-powered voice assistant.
  • Alexa Plus was announced at Amazon’s event this morning, with the company demonstrating its functionality for ordering groceries, controlling smart home devices, and reviewing home camera footage and documents.
  • The new website and app are expected to launch in the US within the next few weeks, and subscriptions will be available for $19.99 monthly or as part of an Amazon Prime membership.
  • Voice assistants and other AI are becoming increasingly significant for online retailers, with Meta and Google also heavily investing in AI capabilities to enhance advertising and shopping experiences.

By Jay Peters

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