Amazon recently announced the launch of the newly upgraded smart assistant Alexa+. This version introduces advanced generative artificial intelligence technology, which significantly improves the natural fluency and intelligence of conversations. Alexa+ not only can remember users' personal preferences, but also has powerful multi-platform operation capabilities, making users' daily tasks easier and more convenient. This innovation marks a major leap in smart assistant technology.
Alexa+ will be available in the U.S. next month, with Amazon Prime members free of charge, while non-members will pay $19.99. Users can access Alexa+ through the new mobile app (for Android and iOS) and the web client Alexa.com. In terms of hardware support, the Alexa+ will be limited to Echo Show series devices, including 8, 10, 15 and 21-inch models. This limitation ensures optimal compatibility and performance between the device and the smart assistant.
Alexa+'s upgrade function includes the ability to perform tasks seamlessly across platforms. Users can use simple voice commands to enable Alexa+ to complete multiple tasks such as restaurant reservations and sending messages. This behavior of smart assistants enables them to handle affairs for users on third-party websites, such as placing orders, playing music, etc. This cross-platform operation capability greatly improves the user's life convenience.
In addition to the traditional features of smart assistants, Alexa+ also adds the features of AI chatbots, which can obtain information from reliable news sources in real time and generate images or music using text and voice prompts. At the same time, Alexa+ can convert voice commands into automated operations, such as automatically controlling smart home devices, and users only need simple oral instructions without cumbersome application settings. This intelligent operation method makes users' lives more efficient and comfortable.
In terms of entertainment, users can directly ask Alexa+ to play a specific scene of a movie, and it will automatically find and fast forward to that clip. Alexa+ also has natural language search capabilities, where users can find specific photos or videos through descriptions. In addition, Alexa+ provides children with exclusive user experiences, limiting certain activities to ensure safety. These features make Alexa+ play an important role in home entertainment.
New features also include visual recognition capabilities, Alexa+ can identify ingredients through the camera and provide corresponding recipes or ordering ingredients. In this way, Alexa+ makes daily life more convenient. Users only need to dictate and Alexa+ will automatically perform corresponding multi-step operations. This intelligent lifestyle is gradually changing people's daily habits.
Key points: Alexa+ introduces generative AI technology to make conversations more natural and smooth; suitable for Echo Show series devices, free for Prime members; has powerful cross-platform operation capabilities, and supports a variety of tasks and entertainment functions. These innovative features make Alexa+ a highlight in the field of smart assistants.