SMRTR AIFeb 6, 2025ZDNet

Amazon's gen AI-powered Alexa is coming - how much it could cost you

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Amazon plans to unveil a new AI-powered Alexa on February 26, offering more advanced conversational abilities and task completion. The upgraded service may cost $5-$10 monthly, potentially generating $600 million annually if 10% of users subscribe, while a free "Classic Alexa" will remain available.

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