Alexa Plus Early Access Launches, Lacks Some Features
Amazon has officially rolled out its AI-powered Alexa Plus, but for now, it's only accessible to a "small number" of customers, according to Amazon spokesperson Kristy Schmidt, who spoke to The Verge. The early access page reveals that Alexa Plus doesn't yet include all the features Amazon flaunted at its recent devices event. You won't be able to brainstorm gift ideas, order groceries with your voice, or use Alexa Plus in your browser just yet.
There are other features that are still not up to Amazon's standards for public release, as reported by The Washington Post. For instance, Alexa Plus can't order takeout from Grubhub based on conversation context, nor can it recognize family members in your home to remind them about chores. Also, the Kids Plus features, like Stories With Alexa, are not available.
Currently, Alexa Plus is only compatible with Echo Show 8, 10, 15, and 21 devices. According to Amazon's early access page, the assistant can perform tasks like ordering an Uber, identifying objects, drafting emails, and searching for specific products.
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At launch, Alexa Plus can summarize uploaded documents, but Amazon is still working on the feature to delete these files. In the meantime, Amazon suggests contacting Customer Service to have the original attachments removed.
Amazon announced Alexa Plus back in February, and it's available on most Echo devices for $19.99 per month, or free with a Prime membership. You can sign up on Amazon's website to get notified about early access to Alexa Plus. "We're releasing a bunch of features to start, and we'll continue to launch new features in waves," Schmidt explained.
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MarkWilson
August 27, 2025 at 3:01:35 PM EDT
I'm kinda hyped about Alexa Plus, but only for a few people? Lame! Still, the AI upgrade sounds dope—hope it’s not just another fancy timer. 😎 Anyone else think Amazon’s playing catch-up with ChatGPT?
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PeterYoung
August 10, 2025 at 9:00:59 AM EDT
I was hyped for Alexa Plus, but only a few people get to try it? Kinda disappointing that it’s missing some features too. Still, curious to see how it stacks up against other AI assistants! 😎
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WillMitchell
April 19, 2025 at 4:12:01 AM EDT
Conseguí acceso anticipado a Alexa Plus y está bien, pero le faltan algunas de las grandes características que prometieron. Es como tener un celular nuevo sin todas las aplicaciones que necesitas. Aún así, es genial ser uno de los primeros, pero vamos Amazon, ¿dónde está el resto? 🤔
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PaulBrown
April 19, 2025 at 2:08:48 AM EDT
アレクサプラスの早期アクセスはカッコいいけど、なんで少数の人だけに限定するの？🤔 新機能を試すのが楽しみだったのに、いくつかの重要な機能が欠けている！アマゾン、もっと全面的な体験を提供してほしい！😤 近々全ての機能がリリースされることを期待しています。アレクサプラスが何をもたらすのか楽しみです！🚀
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JamesTaylor
April 18, 2025 at 9:14:11 PM EDT
Mình đã có quyền truy cập sớm vào Alexa Plus và nó khá ổn, nhưng vẫn thiếu một số tính năng lớn mà họ đã hứa. Giống như mua điện thoại mới mà thiếu mất những ứng dụng cần thiết. Dù sao thì cũng thích được là người dùng đầu tiên, nhưng Amazon ơi, những tính năng còn lại đâu rồi? 🤔
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JeffreyClark
April 18, 2025 at 8:38:10 AM EDT
Got early access to Alexa Plus and it's pretty cool, but man, where are all the promised features? Feels like I'm using a beta version that's still missing half its charm. Hope Amazon speeds up the updates! 🚀
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Amazon has officially rolled out its AI-powered Alexa Plus, but for now, it's only accessible to a "small number" of customers, according to Amazon spokesperson Kristy Schmidt, who spoke to The Verge. The early access page reveals that Alexa Plus doesn't yet include all the features Amazon flaunted at its recent devices event. You won't be able to brainstorm gift ideas, order groceries with your voice, or use Alexa Plus in your browser just yet.
There are other features that are still not up to Amazon's standards for public release, as reported by The Washington Post. For instance, Alexa Plus can't order takeout from Grubhub based on conversation context, nor can it recognize family members in your home to remind them about chores. Also, the Kids Plus features, like Stories With Alexa, are not available.
Currently, Alexa Plus is only compatible with Echo Show 8, 10, 15, and 21 devices. According to Amazon's early access page, the assistant can perform tasks like ordering an Uber, identifying objects, drafting emails, and searching for specific products.
Related
- With Alexa Plus, Amazon finally reinvents its best product
- Alexa Plus is coming to almost every Echo — but your favorite skill might not make the cut
At launch, Alexa Plus can summarize uploaded documents, but Amazon is still working on the feature to delete these files. In the meantime, Amazon suggests contacting Customer Service to have the original attachments removed.
Amazon announced Alexa Plus back in February, and it's available on most Echo devices for $19.99 per month, or free with a Prime membership. You can sign up on Amazon's website to get notified about early access to Alexa Plus. "We're releasing a bunch of features to start, and we'll continue to launch new features in waves," Schmidt explained.
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The digital revolution is transforming scientific methodologies through unprecedented computational capabilities. Cutting-edge technologies now augment both theoretical frameworks and laboratory experiments, propelling breakthroughs across discipline
August 27, 2025 at 3:01:35 PM EDT
I'm kinda hyped about Alexa Plus, but only for a few people? Lame! Still, the AI upgrade sounds dope—hope it’s not just another fancy timer. 😎 Anyone else think Amazon’s playing catch-up with ChatGPT?
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August 10, 2025 at 9:00:59 AM EDT
I was hyped for Alexa Plus, but only a few people get to try it? Kinda disappointing that it’s missing some features too. Still, curious to see how it stacks up against other AI assistants! 😎
0
April 19, 2025 at 4:12:01 AM EDT
Conseguí acceso anticipado a Alexa Plus y está bien, pero le faltan algunas de las grandes características que prometieron. Es como tener un celular nuevo sin todas las aplicaciones que necesitas. Aún así, es genial ser uno de los primeros, pero vamos Amazon, ¿dónde está el resto? 🤔
0
April 19, 2025 at 2:08:48 AM EDT
アレクサプラスの早期アクセスはカッコいいけど、なんで少数の人だけに限定するの？🤔 新機能を試すのが楽しみだったのに、いくつかの重要な機能が欠けている！アマゾン、もっと全面的な体験を提供してほしい！😤 近々全ての機能がリリースされることを期待しています。アレクサプラスが何をもたらすのか楽しみです！🚀
0
April 18, 2025 at 9:14:11 PM EDT
Mình đã có quyền truy cập sớm vào Alexa Plus và nó khá ổn, nhưng vẫn thiếu một số tính năng lớn mà họ đã hứa. Giống như mua điện thoại mới mà thiếu mất những ứng dụng cần thiết. Dù sao thì cũng thích được là người dùng đầu tiên, nhưng Amazon ơi, những tính năng còn lại đâu rồi? 🤔
0
April 18, 2025 at 8:38:10 AM EDT
Got early access to Alexa Plus and it's pretty cool, but man, where are all the promised features? Feels like I'm using a beta version that's still missing half its charm. Hope Amazon speeds up the updates! 🚀
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