It’s a strange world when companies put their AI units into a subscription-based platform to give consumers a bit of an “edge” over free users and access to capabilities that others may not have.

Amazon today announced the launch of new Echo Dot Max, Echo Studio, Echo Show 8, and Echo Show 11 smart speakers, all of which are designed to work with Amazon's Alexa+ AI assistant. The new speakers ...

Amazon just revealed Alexa+, the new and premium version of its virtual assistant that features an infusion of generative AI that’s designed to do even more things for you. There’s just one catch: At ...

TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment.

When Amazon Alexa+ was first announced, the presentation made it clear the virtual assistant would incorporate AI functionality, making the service smarter and more capable. Alexa received a few ...

There's a new Alexa in town – or at least in early access. Alexa+ is an upgrade from the standard Alexa voice assistant, now powered by generative AI. The updated assistant comes with quite a few new ...

The all-new, long-awaited Amazon Alexa rewamp is here and it’s called Alexa Plus. It will start rolling out next month but you’re unlikely to get access without signing up for it. The new generative ...

The new Alexa Plus can make reservations, summarize documents and hold a conversation without your having to keep saying "Hey Alexa." It's available in an "early access" program to owners of the Echo ...

If you're in the market for a smart speaker, you may be considering an Amazon Echo speaker. However, Consumer Reports suggests staying away from one model.