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Amazon's Alexa+ Launch Fails to Meet Expectations

3/31/2025

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Amazon's highly anticipated AI-powered Alexa+ debuted at the end of March, but it falls short of expectations. Limited users are left disappointed as the device struggles with basic tasks like ordering takeout and recognizing family members. With several features still in the works, Alexa+ grapples with persistent AI infrastructure hurdles.

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Amazon's highly anticipated AI-powered Alexa+ debuted at the end of March, but it falls short of expectations. Limited users are left disappointed as the device struggles with basic tasks like ordering takeout and recognizing family members. With several features still in the works, Alexa+ grapples with persistent AI infrastructure hurdles.