Summary:
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Revamp with Anthropic’s Claude
Amazon is set to launch a revamped Alexa, powered by Anthropic’s Claude AI models, after facing performance issues with its own AI. The new “Remarkable” version will enhance Alexa’s ability to handle complex queries. -
Pricing and Availability
The updated Alexa will cost $5 to $10 per month, while the classic version remains free. The decision to switch to Claude comes after the in-house AI struggled with slow response times and performance issues. -
Future Plans and Partnerships
Amazon plans to continue using a mix of in-house and partner technologies for Alexa. Despite its preference for proprietary technology, the company is leveraging external AI to improve user experience.
Read more at: Reuters