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There’s been a standing question surrounding how seriously we should ultimately take Astro. The product was launched exactly one year ago, in limited quantities as a Day One offering for […]
Amazon debuts new Echo devices, including Echo Studio with spatial audio
During Amazon’s hardware event this morning, the company announced new Alexa-powered Echo devices including new Echo Dot and Echo Dot with Clock models. One of the more notable upgrades is […]
Amazon debuts new Alexa developer tools, including support for multiple voice assistants
Today during an event focused on Alexa developer and partner news, Amazon announced new features and integrations, including a collection of APIs and software development kits (SDKs) aimed at making […]
AI’s role is poised to change monumentally in 2022 and beyond
Shashank Srivastava Contributor Shashank Srivastava is an experienced product leader who specializes in driving vision and roadmap for businesses. The latest developments in technology make it clear that we are […]
The average person doesn’t have a chance with the smart home
If you’ve been shopping for a major appliance lately, you might have noticed that everything from ovens to fridges, TVs, dishwashers, and microwaves are equipped with WiFi connectivity. It’s so […]
Can an AI be properly considered an inventor?
Dave Davis Contributor Dave Davis joined Copyright Clearance Center in 1994 and currently serves as a research analyst. He previously held directorships in both public libraries and corporate libraries and […]
Amazon to lower its cut of Alexa skill developer revenue starting in 2022
Amazon is joining other tech giants by lowering its cut of developer revenue generated by voice apps, known as Alexa skills, which run on Amazon’s smart speakers and other Alexa-powered […]
TikTok is coming to Amazon Fire TV in the U.S. and Canada
Amazon announced today that a TikTok app is now available on its Amazon Fire TV for users in the U.S. and Canada. The app is also coming soon to Echo […]
Alexa’s new features will let users personalize the A.I. to their own needs
Amazon is preparing to roll out a trio of new features that will allow consumers to further personalize their Alexa experience by helping train the Alexa A.I. using simple tools. […]