AMAZON TO UNVEIL UPGRADED, ALEXA CAPABLE OF HANDLING MULTIPLE PROMPTS

Amazon is set to launch an enhanced version of its Alexa voice assistant, integrating advanced artificial intelligence features.

Panos Panay, head of Amazon’s devices and services team, is expected to provide a preview of the upgrade during one of the company’s major events slated for February 26 in New York.
The new iteration of Alexa is an anticipated development since the product’s debut over a decade ago. Designed to engage in extended conversations and take actions on behalf of users, this upgrade is expected to transform Alexa into a more interactive and intelligent assistant.

Currently, Alexa responds to individual commands, but the upcoming version is projected to handle multiple prompts in a sequence, bringing a more fluid and responsive experience.
Despite Alexa’s initial success in driving wide adoption of voice assistants, its functionality has been largely unchanged in recent years. Many users now primarily rely on it for basic tasks like setting timers or checking the weather.

The latest upgrade aims to revitalise the product by incorporating AI technology that can understand user preferences, refine recommendations, and help with various tasks, such as modifying food orders before they are finalised.