Alexa.com Is "Retiring"
Alexa.com, the internet company that provides web traffic data, global rankings, and other information on over 30 million websites, is being retired on May 1, 2022. The announcement was brief and didn't explain what was behind the decision. The Alexa.....»»
Best Amazon Echo Black Friday deals: Echo Pop, Echo Show 8, and more
Do you want to access Alexa through an Amazon Echo smart speaker or Amazon Echo Show smart display? Take advantage of the discounts from Black Friday deals......»»
Today’s deals: $189 AirPods Pro 2, $3.60 Alexa smart plugs, $374 Pixel 7a, JBL speakers, LG OLED TVs, more
Black Friday is right around the corner, and there are so many incredible Black Friday deals that are already live. Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 are … The post Today’s deals: $189 AirPods Pro 2, $3.60 Alexa smart plugs, $374 Pixel 7a, JBL.....»»
Alexa just cost Amazon another $46.7 million
"Alexus" voice assistant demoed 6 months before Alexa reveal, patent lawsuit said. Enlarge / The first Amazon Echo speaker. (credit: Luke MacGregor/Bloomberg via Getty Images) A Delaware federal court has ordered Amazon.....»»
Amazon Echo Show 8 is back down to its cheapest-ever price
The second-generation Amazon Echo Show 8, a smart display that's powered by Alexa, is once again available for its cheapest-ever price of just $60 from Amazon......»»
Samsung’s best surround sound and soundbar bundle is $500 off
The Samsung Q990C 11.1.4-channel soundbar, which creates Dolby Atmos surround sound and supports Amazon's Alexa, is $500 off from Samsung for a limited time......»»
This Polk Audio soundbar is on sale for $200 at Best Buy
The Polk Audio React soundbar, which creates surround sound and supports Amazon's Alexa, is available from Best Buy for an affordable $200 after a $70 discount......»»
Daily deals Oct. 23: 45% off Apple MagSafe Battery Pack, 34% off Apple Watch SE, Philips Wireless Headphones for $29, more
Today's top deals include $600 off a 2023 77" Sony Class Bravia XR 4K Smart Google TV, 86% off Speck iPhone cases, 38% off a 2022 75" LG Alexa built-in 4K Smart TV, 71% off a Pictar Smart 60mm telephoto lens for smartphones, and more.Get a 75-inch LG.....»»
Apple Podcasts integration with Amazon Alexa now available in more countries
Apple partnered with Amazon in 2019 to bring Apple Podcasts support to Amazon Echo devices through the Alexa virtual assistant. This allowed users to ask the assistant to play any of the shows available on Apple’s platform. While this integration w.....»»
Alexa vs. HomeKit: Which smart home platform is best?
Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit are two of the best smart home platforms available, but which is best for your home? Here's a closer look to help you decide......»»
Accounting is facing a labor crisis. Could fraud be part of the solution?
The field of accounting is facing a labor crisis. From the high rates of baby boomer CPAs that are retiring to the 4% decline in the number of college graduates earning a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting since the pandemic, accounting is s.....»»
Prime Day deal gets you an Echo Pop Smart Speaker for only $18
The Amazon Echo Pop, a cheap smart speaker that's powered by Alexa, is even more affordable in this year's Prime Day deals at just $18 after a $22 discount......»»
Amazon’s answer to Apple AirPods are down to $35 right now
The third-generation Amazon Echo Buds, which offer easy access to Amazon's Alexa at a very affordable price, are currently even cheaper for Prime Day at $35......»»
Unity CEO John Riccitiello is retiring, effective immediately
Former EA CEO will be replaced in interim by James Whitehurst from IBM/Red Hat. Enlarge / Former Unity CEO John Riccitiello. (credit: Unity) John Riccitiello, CEO of Unity, the company whose 3D game engine had recently s.....»»
PlayStation boss Jim Ryan is stepping down, with successor yet to be named
After 30 years with PlayStation, SIE President Jim Ryan is retiring from Sony......»»
Amazon wants to charge a subscription fee for Alexa eventually
Amazon recently locked some of Alexa's Guard security features behind a paywall. Enlarge / Dave Limp discussing Amazon's coversational AI abilities at Amazon's devices event last week. (credit: Eric Lee for the Washington Post/G.....»»
At Amazon’s annual device event, AI was everywhere — and nowhere
Artificial intelligence essentially is the fuel that powers Amazon Alexa — and any number of other features and services. The trick is making that a selling point......»»
I heard Alexa speak like a trusted friend and I don"t know how to feel
Hearing the new Alexa voice in person is making me ponder a "Her" voice assistant future.....»»
So long, robotic Alexa. Amazon"s voice assistant gets more human-like with generative AI
Amazon's Alexa is about to bring generative AI inside the house, as the company introduces sweeping changes to how its ubiquitous voice assistant both sounds and functions......»»
Amazon"s new Echo devices bring generative AI and new smart home features
Amazon's Alexa assistant gets upgraded smarts in new Echo devices that include smart glasses called Echo Frames, an upgraded Echo Show 8 with a display, and new Fire TV devices for audio and visuals.Amazon has new smart devices for the homeDuring a h.....»»
At long last, Amazon brings AI features to Alexa
Alexa is getting even smarter, thanks to improved learning models and generative AI capabilities. It's all coming soon to an Echo device near you......»»