The Alexa+ rollout is finally happening – here's what early testers love and hate about it

What the Tech? : Help in an emergency with Alexa

JACKSON, Tenn.–We all remember those commercials from the 1980s where someone says, “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up.” While those devices still exist, many people now rely on their smartphones to call for help. But what happens when someone can’t reach their phone? For older adults, especially those living alone, this is a real concern. That is where Alexa, Amazon’s voice assistant, can help. But it is not a one-step solution. If you want Alexa …

The Alexa+ rollout is finally happening – here's what early testers love and hate about it

The Alexa+ rollout continues, and it's now reached 1 million test users – garnering mixed reactions.

Elderly Man Tries Alexa for the First Time, His Reaction Has Everyone Smiling

An 80-year-old man tried Amazon's Alexa for the first time, and his sweet confusion created a viral video that warmed hearts everywhere. We all remember our first time using new technology. Maybe you felt nervous when you got your first smartphone or wondered how to work that new coffee maker.…

The Alexa+ rollout is finally happening – here's what early testers love and hate about it - WorldNL Magazine

(Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff) Alexa+ is still rolling out to test users, reaching 1 million users after hitting 100,000 back in May Those with access have been taking to Reddit to share their experiences with Amazon's new AI-enhanced voice assistant So far it's garnered mixed reactions, but most users seem to be satisfiedAmazon has been taking its time with the roll out of Alexa+, the company’s new voice assistant with a big AI revamp,…