Amazon’s Alexa+ Finally Gets Smart, But the App Remains Frustratingly Broken

And don’t worry, your secrets are (mostly) safe—Amazon promises stronger user privacy safeguards, like clearer data controls and on-device processing for common requests.

Still, you might want to unplug it before confessing your celebrity crush.

Alexa+ isn’t just stuck in your living room either. New hardware like the latest Echo Shows and Fire TVs run it natively, and some older devices got the memo too. Fire TV Omni QLED Series brings enhanced brightness and local dimming for richer picture quality alongside Alexa+ integration.

Alexa+ is everywhere—new Echo Shows, Fire TVs, and even older devices now run it natively. Your smart home just got smarter.

There’s even a revamped mobile app—though, let’s be honest, it crashes more than your cousin’s TikTok dance routine.

The web version? Early access means “half-baked,” but hey, progress.

Meanwhile, Alexa+ now runs routines like a pro, turning on lights, adjusting thermostats, and queuing your morning playlist based on your habits.

It even suggests shows you might like, because apparently, Alexa knows your binge-watching patterns better than your therapist.

Music hops between rooms, TV turns on when you walk in, and yes, your home might just become smarter than you.

Just don’t let it know that.

the Alexa+ Partner Platform expands compatibility with third-party devices and services, enhancing the entertainment experience and indicating Amazon’s strategic direction towards a connected ecosystem.

With over 100,000 compatible smart devices in its ecosystem, Amazon ensures you can control everything from Philips Hue bulbs to advanced security systems with just your voice.