Amazon's upgraded Alexa+ assistant is now available on select Bose speakers, marking the first time the premium service appears on non-Amazon devices.
Alexa+ expands beyond Amazon's hardware ecosystem with availability on Bose speakers. The enhanced assistant brings improved voice recognition, faster response times, and expanded smart home integration compared to standard Alexa.
The rollout signals Amazon's strategy to extend Alexa+ adoption beyond its own device lineup. Bose speakers receiving the upgrade include models from the company's premium audio range, giving users access to the subscription-based service without switching ecosystems.
Users can enable Alexa+ through their Bose speaker settings. Amazon has not specified pricing for the service on third-party devices, though Alexa+ typically operates as a paid tier offering advanced features.
This partnership reflects broader industry trends where device makers integrate competing smart assistants to expand functionality and customer options.
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