Alexa

Alexa is a virtual assistant developed by Amazon that uses artificial intelligence to understand voice commands and perform tasks such as playing music, setting alarms, and providing information.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news now because Amazon has launched a new line of tablets powered by Alexa, marking a shift in the branding and functionality of its devices.

Latest on Alexa

• Amazon shuffles Alexa leadership following high-end tablet release
• 4 ways Amazon’s new Alexa tablets eclipse the Fire line – starting with Google Play
• Amazon launches Alexa Tablet 8, Tablet 11 and Tablet 12 Pro with Google Play Store access: Price, key specs and more
• Amazon's new Alexa Tablets drop the Fire branding but are more Android than ever
• Amazon Unveils Line of Tablets Powered by Alexa+
• The New Alexa Tablets Feel Like a Blueprint for an Amazon Phone
• Boston Dynamics appoints former Amazon executive Rohit Prasad as CEO

Connections

20 entities linked to Alexa across the news graph.