Alexa Plus is getting an AI update to handle more complicated instructions
The Verge Emma Roth
Amazon is updating Alexa Plus to handle more complex smart home commands by connecting to devices from manufacturers like Bosch, iRobot, and Yale Home, with automatic routing to the correct device. The update enables Alexa to interpret natural language requests like asking for a cold wash cycle and automatically select the appropriate appliance settings. Users can now give Alexa instructions that require understanding device-specific options rather than just on/off commands.
Why it matters
Amazon is launching an update to its Alexa Plus assistant that will allow it to connect to smart home devices in new ways. With the update, which is currently in preview, Alexa Plus can link up with tech from Bosch, Delta, Ecovacs, iRobot, Yale Home, Whirlpool, Tapo, Eufy, and others, while automatically routing requests to […]
