GeekWire Podcast: Alexa’s next act, Microsoft’s retail play, Google’s AI Inbox, and a smart bird feeder fail

Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are racing to redefine consumer AI — from Alexa’s next act as a generative home assistant to ...

I asked the VP of Alexa+ about Amazon's AI coming to new smart glasses — 'You’re going to hear things from us in 2026'

Since the launch of Alexa+, engagement with the assistant has jumped by scores over the older Alexa, with customers using it ...

15 Things You Should Never Ask Alexa

Smart assistants feel friendly, which makes oversharing easy. Here’s a look at Alexa questions that can cause real problems ...
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Alexa.com Is Here. Should You Actually Use It Instead of ChatGPT?

Amazon unveiled Alexa.com at CES 2026, but real-world tests show why Alexa still lags behind ChatGPT and Gemini.
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Amazon Brings Alexa+ to the Web With a ChatGPT-Style Interface

Amazon has launched Alexa+ on the web at Alexa.com, giving its assistant a ChatGPT-style interface as it expands into shopping, Ring, and Prime Video.

I added Gemini to Alexa+ — and it unlocked a whole new level of customization

I added Gemini to Alexa+ and was surprised by how much more control and customization it unlocked — here’s what actually ...
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Getting started with Alexa+: How Alexa+ can keep you and your family organized

Millions of customers with Early Access to Alexa+ are having naturally flowing conversations, discovering new features, and getting more done than ever before. They’re controlling multiple smart home ...