Amazon Plans to Unveil Alexa Devices in the Fall, Ceo Says
Amazon plans to release companion devices for its artificially intelligent Alexa voice assistant in the fall, Chief Executive Officer Andy Jassy said in an interview with Bloomberg Television. The new devices will enable consumers to complete tasks beyond answering trivia questions, such as hiring someone to fix an oven. Amazon is also planning to charge customers for the latest Alexa capabilities, starting at $19.99 per month.
- This renewed focus on Alexa highlights the ongoing struggle of voice assistants to compete with more sophisticated AI chatbots, such as ChatGPT from OpenAI, which have gained significant traction in recent years.
- How will Amazon's ability to differentiate its Alexa platform through innovative features and user experiences impact the company's long-term revenue growth and market share?