Amazon Unveils New Echo Devices, Powered by AI Alexa+ – What You Need to Know
On September 30, 2025, Amazon announced its next generation of Echo devices that are deeply integrated with its upgraded AI assistant, Alexa+ . About Amazon +2 TechCrunch +2 This refresh not only enhances device hardware but positions Amazon’s voice ecosystem at the heart of smarter living solutions. Here’s a closer look at what’s new, what it means for users, and how Alexa+ aims to shift the future of smart homes. What’s New in the Echo Lineup Amazon introduced four new Echo devices built from the ground up for Alexa+: Echo Dot Max , Echo Studio , Echo Show 8 , and Echo Show 11 . Reuters +3 About Amazon +3 TechCrunch +3 These devices combine beefed-up hardware, improved audio, and advanced sensing capabilities to deliver more contextual and personalized experiences. Custom Chips & Omnisense Sensor Fusion The new models run on Amazon’s custom silicon ( AZ3 and AZ3 Pro ), with AI accelerators and “Omnisense” sensor fusion to sense context in the user’s environment (a...