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2020
Amazon rolls out Alexa Auto Mode
Amazon rolled out Auto Mode in the Alexa app, turning a smartphone into a driver-friendly display for Alexa's in-vehicle voice experience. The article says the feature would roll out to Android and iOS users in the listed markets in the coming weeks.
2020
Amazon announces new Echo devices in India
Amazon announced a new version of its Echo speakers at a global virtual event on Thursday. It began pre-booking the Echo Dot, Echo Dot with clock, and Echo at listed prices, with shipments planned for later in the year.
2020
Amazon launches Alexa for Residential
Amazon announced Alexa for Residential, a service that lets residents control voice-activated smart-home devices in multifamily buildings without requiring an Amazon account or device setup.
2020
Amazon launches Alexa for Residential
Amazon launched Alexa for Residential, a service designed to help property managers set up and maintain Alexa-powered smart-home experiences in residential buildings. IOTAS, STRATIS and Sentient Property Services were named among the first smart-home integrators to use the service.
2020
LG adds hands-free Alexa voice control to select 2020 TVs
LG Electronics USA announced the launch of built-in Alexa hands-free voice control on select 2020 LG OLED and LG NanoCell ThinQ Smart TVs through a firmware update.
2020
Amazon releases redesigned Alexa mobile app
Amazon released a redesigned Alexa mobile app for iOS and Android, featuring a new home screen and personalized suggestions based on customers’ app and Amazon service use.
2020
Voxprotocol launches Among The Stars voice app
Voxprotocol announced the launch of Among The Stars, an Alexa-exclusive voice app focused on the history and future of spaceflight.
2020
ICICI Bank announces voice banking service
ICICI Bank announced that it integrated its iPal chatbot with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, enabling retail banking customers to access banking services by voice.
2020
Amazon rolls out Alexa-enabled voice shopping in India
Amazon rolled out an Alexa-enabled voice-powered shopping feature in India, allowing customers to search for items, add them to their cart, check out and track orders by voice.
2020
Apollo Hospitals launches Ask Apollo Alexa Skill
Apollo Hospitals launched the Ask Apollo Skill for Amazon Alexa, enabling users to find nearby Apollo Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies and book doctor appointments using voice commands.
2020
Toshiba unveils smart microwave at CES 2020
Toshiba unveiled a smart microwave oven at CES 2020, with voice control and the ability to pair with Amazon Alexa or Google Home.
2020
Amazon announces Alexa integrations with Lamborghini and Rivian vehicles
Amazon announced that Lamborghini would include Alexa in the Huracan Evo and Rivian would integrate Alexa into its R1S and R1T vehicles. The integrations were planned to begin later in 2020.
2020
Muse launches Meditation skill for Amazon Alexa
Muse by Interaxon announced the launch of the Muse Meditation skill for Amazon Alexa, offering free guided meditations and subscribers access to its wider meditation library. The skill is available in the U.S., U.K., and Canada.
2019
Luminary launches Alexa skill for premium podcasts
Luminary launched an Alexa skill that lets listeners stream its content on Echo speakers and other Alexa-powered devices using voice commands. The service also enabled users to start a free trial or subscribe to Luminary Premium through Alexa voice requests.
2019
Luminary enables subscriptions via Amazon Alexa
Luminary began allowing customers to subscribe to its premium podcast service through Amazon Alexa-enabled devices using a voice command.
2019
Amazon announces Alexa medication-management feature
Amazon announced a new Alexa feature developed with Omnicell that lets users set medication reminders and request prescription refills by voice.
2019
Amazon rolls out medication management features for Alexa
Amazon rolled out medication management features for Alexa, allowing customers to set medication reminders and request prescription refills by voice. At launch, the features were available to Giant Eagle Pharmacy customers.
2019
Amazon commissions African history illustrations for Black History Month
As part of its Black History Month celebrations, Amazon’s Black Employee Network commissioned artist Onyinye Iwu to create illustrations of African historical figures and gave free posters of the illustrations to more than 60 schools. Alexa users could also access information about the figures using voice prompts.
2019
Amazon unveils Alexa-powered Echo Frames and Echo Loop
Amazon unveiled new Alexa-powered devices, including Echo Frames eyewear and the Echo Loop smart ring. The article says both products were available by invitation only.
2019
Amazon announces new Alexa features
Amazon announced expanded Alexa features, including routines, the ability to read back requests and explain responses, and automatic deletion options for voice recordings. The features were expected to roll out in the next couple of weeks.