Amazon launches new Echo smart speaker, plans to inject generative AI into Alexa voice assistant

IT Home News on May 17, today Amazon released two new Echo smart speaker products on its official website: Echo Pop and the third-generation Echo Show 5. Both products are equipped with the Alexa voice assistant, which can perform various tasks through voice control, such as playing music, controlling smart homes, setting reminders, querying information, etc. The expansion of Alexa is designed to bring it into more rooms and provide users with a more convenient smart life experience, which is Amazon’s claim.

Echo Pop

Echo Pop is Amazon’s latest entry-level smart speaker, priced at US$39.99 (IT House Note: currently about 279 yuan). It looks like a hemisphere and is available in four colors: purple, green, white and black. select. The sound quality of Echo Pop has been improved compared to the previous Echo Dot, and it is equipped with an AZ2 processor, which can process more voice commands locally and improve response speed. Additionally, Echo Pop supports Matter smart home standards, Sidewalk bridging technology, and Eero mesh network extensions.

Echo Show 5

Echo Show 5 is one of Amazon’s most popular smart speakers with a screen. The latest third-generation product is priced at US$89.99 (currently about 628 yuan) and is available in three colors: black, white and blue. select. Echo Show 5 has been improved in terms of sound effects and processing capabilities, and is also equipped with an AZ2 processor, which is better than its predecessor. The Echo Show 5's screen can be used to display additional information, watch videos, view compatible security cameras, and make Alexa video calls. Users can also remotely view footage captured by the Echo Show 5's camera through the Alexa app and use it as a motion sensor to trigger Alexa Routines. The Echo Show 5's camera can be turned off with a physical cover to protect user privacy. Amazon also has an adjustable Echo Show 5 stand for $26.99 that has a USB-C charging port to charge your phone or other devices. Amazon also offers the new Echo Show 5 Kids with a space-themed look for $99.99, which comes with a two-year warranty and one year of Amazon Kids Plus, an ad-free service for kids that offers audiobooks, videos and games.

Dave Limp, senior vice president of Amazon Devices and Services, said in an interview with "The Verge" that Amazon is preparing to introduce generative AI and large language models into its voice assistant through its Alexa Teacher model, which will bring "a completely different experience." A different experience”. He explained that the main purpose of this change is to make Alexa smarter, more conversational, and able to help users use smart homes more effectively. Amazon is working to integrate the technology in a way that won't cause confusion, so the feature won't be coming to the Echo anytime soon.

Amazon has started taking pre-orders for the Echo Pop and Echo Show 5, and will begin shipping on May 31. Amazon also released a new, cheaper Echo Buds wireless headset, priced at $49.99 (currently about 349 yuan), and promoted its Alexa system Echo Auto for use in the car to more countries: Australia, Canada, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain and Japan. The Echo Auto is available today, while shipments of the Echo Buds will begin on June 7.

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