"Alexa Plus was already popping up online for some users earlier this month, and now it's officially available to everyone through an early access program. Anyone can go sign up at Alexa.com and start playing with the new web interface for Amazon's new AI chatbot. Alexa Plus was already available on all new Echo devices and recently rolled out as an update to older Echoes as well."
"But certain tasks are just easier to do with a keyboard and mouse than they are with your voice. Now you can get access to Alexa while sitting at your laptop to update your to-do list or make reservations at that new Puerto Rican spot that recently opened up. One of the big advantages is the ability to upload documents, emails, and even images to Alexa Plus through the website and have it pull out important information."
"Our experience with Alexa Plus has been a bit rocky so far. So, while it's nice to see Amazon giving its latest AI assistant a vote of confidence, maybe double-check its work before trusting that it's filled your cart with purely vegan options. Additionally, Alexa Plus is gaining entertainment features that should mean you spend less time aimlessly scrolling through Prime Video."
Alexa Plus is available via an early access program at Alexa.com and on updated Echo devices. The web interface enables desktop interactions for tasks that are easier with keyboard and mouse, such as updating to-do lists and making reservations. Users can upload documents, emails, and images for Alexa Plus to extract and act on information, turning recipes into shopping lists and adding appointments to calendars. Alexa Plus can generate meal plans, populate Amazon Fresh or Whole Foods carts while respecting dietary restrictions, and provide quick access to smart-home devices. Early use has been inconsistent, so users should verify critical actions.
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