Amazon's Alexa AI upgrade faces a month-long delay due to reliability issues. An anonymous employee revealed that the new version provided incorrect answers during testing. The updated Alexa is now expected to launch on March 31 or later, despite a public unveiling scheduled for February 26.
This delay is not unprecedented, as Amazon previously aimed for a launch before the November 2024 presidential election. The revamped Alexa promises a more interactive experience, including handling multiple prompts and acting on users' behalf. However, it may come with a subscription fee of $5 to $10 per month.
• Amazon's Alexa AI upgrade delayed due to incorrect answers during testing.
• Revamped Alexa expected to enhance user experience with new features.
The AI upgrade refers to enhancements made to Alexa for improved performance and user interaction.
Conversational AI involves technology that enables machines to engage in human-like dialogue, which is a focus of the revamped Alexa.
An AI assistant is a software agent that can perform tasks or services for an individual, exemplified by Alexa's new capabilities.
Amazon is a leading technology company known for its AI developments, particularly with the Alexa virtual assistant.
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