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Executives tell me that the machine manages its queries locally on machine and in the cloud.
The decision depends on complexity, and those requiring AI models will largely be in the cloud.
Amazon Devices lead Panos Panay unveiling Alexa+
One of the hallmarks of the new Alexa+ is its ability to maintain context and answer follow-up questions.
Durham had shared that information previously with Alexa+, and it was remembered and integrated into the system.
I want to just speak to Alexa and make it happen.
Alex+ smart home capabilities(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)
A moment later, Alexa+ created an “Away Mode Lights 7PM-to-9PM” routine.
That was simple and effective.
Alexa+ doesn’t seem to mind some significant vagueness.
Alex+ smart home capabilities(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)
I told Alexa+ that I wanted to build a dinner for vegetarians who like meat-like products.
Soon, I had dishes using ingredients like Beyond Meat.
Alexa+’s ability to stay in the moment was remarkable.
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Sucking in docs and details
Alexa+ can also read documents you email to alexa@alexa.com.
It can even watch for deals on the racquet of your choice.
For now, this only works with Amazon and not third-party retailers.
(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)
We went through a series of movie prompts that reminded me of Jeopardy!
questions where we failed to stump Alexa+.
The Ring integration is exciting, but you have to pay for that video feature.
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Otherwise, queries about activities over the last two weeks might come up with nothing.
I am glad Amazon is including Alexa+ in Amazon Prime.
It’s hard to imagine paying $19.99 a month for the privilege of using it.
(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)
I also wonder just how much of Anthropic’s Claude is at work here.
Alexa+ grocery feature is coming soon.(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)
(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)
(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)
(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)
The Alexa+ app
Alexa+ could change how you engage with entertainment.
