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January 12, 2026

Amazon says 97% of its devices can support Alexa+

1 day agoSarah Perez

Summary

Amazon is counting on its Alexa footprint to help it gain traction in the consumer AI race.

Impact Areas

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Sector Impact

In Retail & E-commerce, Alexa+ integration can lead to more personalized shopping experiences, optimized inventory management, and enhanced customer support through AI-driven recommendations and voice-activated ordering. In Media & Entertainment, it could improve content discovery, personalize media recommendations, and enable more seamless voice-controlled navigation and interaction with entertainment platforms.

Analysis Perspective
Executive Perspective

For businesses integrating with Alexa, this near-universal compatibility simplifies deployment and reduces integration costs. It allows for more efficient automation of customer service, smart home management, and entertainment experiences via voice, enabling better scaling of AI-driven interactions. Furthermore, the expanded data availability could inform more personalized customer experiences.

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