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Alexa Plus release date arrives, but without key features that Amazon promised
Amazon's next-generation voice assistant is finally being released, but it's more limited than we thought.
But it’s not completely here yet; the version of Alexa Plus rolling out now is missing a lot of features, echoing a similar situation that other AI systems like Apple Intelligence find themselves in. Some of what Amazon spoke about on stage during its event - like more detailed answers to questions, complex to-do lists, easier home management, and better integration with services like Uber and OpenTable - are available at launch. Features like ordering Grubhub from a conversation about what you’re craving, identifying family members and reminding them to do chores, Stories with Alexa for kids, and more will all be absent.
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