Tools & ProjectsNovember 10, 2026
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Alexa+ breaks out of the smart speaker
Amazon's AI assistant Alexa+ has launched in Germany, initially available to early access users through the browser.
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š„ What happened
Amazon launched Alexa+ in the browser for German early-access users on Tuesday ā ten months after the US rollout. The web interface works like a chatbot and also controls smart-home devices.
š” Why it matters
Alexa is morphing from a voice assistant into a full AI productivity tool: upload documents, manage calendars, book restaurants. After the free beta, it costs ā¬9/month with Prime or ā¬23 without ā a clear sign Amazon wants to monetize the assistant.
ā” Our take
Amazon is copying ChatGPT ā but with access to your light switches. Whether that's enough to compete with OpenAI is doubtful. At least the browser version might finally get Alexa out of the kitchen and into the office.
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