Amazon Introduces Alexa+ with a ‘Model Agnostic’ Approach

Amazon unveils Alexa+, a next-generation AI assistant powered by a ‘model agnostic’ system, ensuring the best AI model is used for each task.

Amazon just rolled out Alexa+, the next-gen version of its AI assistant, and it’s a game-changer. Unlike its predecessor, Alexa+ doesn’t stick to one AI model—it picks the best one for the job, thanks to its ‘model agnostic’ system. Think of it as having a toolbox where you always grab the perfect tool, making everything run smoother and smarter.

At a flashy New York City press event, Daniel Rausch, Amazon’s VP, spilled the beans on how Alexa+ taps into Amazon’s Bedrock cloud platform. This isn’t just any platform; it’s a playground for testing out cutting-edge generative AI models. Alexa+ isn’t flying solo—it’s teaming up with Nova, Amazon’s own AI brainchild, and models from Anthropic, because why not have the best of both worlds?

Speaking of Anthropic, Amazon’s been working closely with them (shoutout to @mikeyk for leading the charge) to supercharge Alexa+ with Claude’s smarts. It’s all about pushing the envelope in AI, and this partnership is proof.

Here’s where it gets cool: Alexa+ has this ‘model routing system’ that’s like a concierge for your requests, matching them with the perfect AI model. Need something done? Alexa+ doesn’t just chat; it gets things done, thanks to its ‘agentic’ chops.

And for the tricky stuff? Alexa+ calls in the ‘experts’—a mix of Amazon’s finest and third-party wizards like Suno, who can whip up a tune on demand. Right out of the gate, Alexa+ plays nice with tens of thousands of devices and services, from Time to Reuters, keeping you in the know.

Lost your oven to a culinary disaster? Alexa+ can find a repair pro and even dial them up for you. Planning a night out? It’ll book your table and your ride, no sweat. And for the devs out there, the Alexa AI Multi-Agent SDK is coming soon, so you can bake Alexa+’s magic into your own apps.