Preorder Amazon’s New Alexa Devices: Release Dates & Details
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– Amazon announced multiple new Echo devices including the redesigned Echo Dot Max with improved sound and the Echo Studio with spatial audio, both featuring Amazon’s new AZ3 processors.
– The company introduced new Echo Show smart displays (8 and 11-inch models) with upgraded cameras, smart home hub capabilities, and Alexa Plus integration for enhanced voice assistance.
– Amazon refreshed its Fire TV lineup with brighter Omni QLED models and budget-friendly 2-Series/4-Series TVs, all featuring Omnisense technology and Alexa Plus support.
– New Ring and Blink security devices were unveiled including video doorbells with AI-powered facial recognition and cameras with improved low-light performance and community search features.
– Amazon launched three new Kindle Scribe models including its first color e-reader, featuring AI-powered document summarization and redesigned styluses for note-taking.
Amazon’s latest hardware showcase unveiled a refreshed lineup of Echo devices, Fire TVs, Ring security products, and even a color-screen Kindle Scribe, with most items now available for preorder ahead of their fall release dates. The event highlighted significant upgrades across the board, from smarter speakers with advanced AI to more immersive entertainment systems and enhanced home security. For those eager to get their hands on the newest tech, preordering ensures early access as shipments begin rolling out in October and November.
The Echo Dot Max introduces a completely new design, moving away from the familiar spherical shape to a flat-fronted aesthetic wrapped in premium 3D knit fabric. This model isn’t just about looks; it packs a powerful two-way speaker system that promises nearly three times the bass of earlier versions. A high-excursion woofer and custom tweeter work together for clearer audio. Under the hood, the new AZ3 processor enhances Alexa’s ability to understand conversations and filter out background noise. It also supports the new Alexa Plus AI upgrade, making the assistant more context-aware and capable of handling complex requests. You can preorder the Echo Dot Max in black, purple, or white for $99.99, with delivery expected on October 29th.
Completely redesigned, the Echo Studio is being touted as Amazon’s best-sounding smart speaker to date. It supports immersive spatial audio and Dolby Atmos, and you can link up to five Studios or Echo Dot Max units with a compatible Fire TV for a true surround sound experience. Its new spherical design is 40 percent smaller than the previous model. Powered by the AZ3 Pro chip and the Omnisense sensor platform, it can detect your presence and even recognize individuals, offering tailored reminders. The Echo Studio is available for preorder at $219.99 in black or white, shipping on October 29th, and includes Alexa Plus Early Access.
Amazon also expanded its smart display family with the Echo Show 8 and the new Echo Show 11. The Show 8 features an 8-inch 720p screen with wider viewing angles and higher contrast, while the Show 11 boasts a larger 11-inch display with 1080p resolution. Both have a refined design with slimmer bezels, a 13-megapixel camera that adjusts content based on who is watching, and new front-facing stereo speakers. They double as smart home hubs with support for Zigbee, Matter, and Thread, and will offer personalized health insights through a partnership with Oura. The Echo Show 8 is $179.99 and the Show 11 is $219.99, both available for preorder now and set to release on November 12th.
The television lineup received a major refresh, led by the new Omni QLED TV. It offers twice the dimming zones and is 60 percent brighter than earlier versions, with a processor that makes it 40 percent faster. Built-in Omnisense technology allows it to turn on as you enter the room and display interactive art. It also supports Alexa Plus for voice-controlled operation without a remote. Starting at $479.99, it comes in 50-, 55-, 65-, and 75-inch sizes and begins shipping November 5th. For more budget-conscious shoppers, the new 2-Series (starting at $159.99) and 4-Series (starting at $329.99) TVs offer Omnisense and Alexa Plus support, with releases scheduled for November 5th and October 22nd, respectively.
A new addition to the streaming lineup, the Fire TV Stick 4K Select supports HDR10 Plus and runs on the new Vega OS for remarkably fast app launches. It will soon support Alexa Plus, Xbox Gaming, and Amazon’s Luna cloud gaming service. It comes with an Alexa Voice Remote and is available for preorder at $39.99 ahead of its October 15th release.
In the security category, the Ring Video Doorbell Plus offers 2K resolution and uses AI to improve low-light video quality. Starting in December, it will gain an AI-powered Familiar Faces facial recognition feature and Alexa Plus Greetings, which allows Alexa to interact with visitors. It’s available for preorder for $179.99 and launches October 29th. The higher-end Ring Wired Doorbell Pro 4K, with 4K resolution and 10x zoom, is also available for preorder at $249.99 for an October 29th release.
A suite of new Ring security cameras is also available for preorder, including the Indoor Cam Plus ($59.99), Outdoor Cam Pro 4K ($199.99), Spotlight Cam Pro 4K ($249.99), and Floodlight Cam Pro 4K ($279.99). These models feature advanced “Ring Retinal” video technology. A new AI-powered community feature called Search Party, launching in December, will help locate lost pets by alerting you if they are spotted by nearby Ring cameras.
The Blink family expanded with three new cameras. The Blink Outdoor 2K Plus ($89.99) is a battery-powered camera with 2K resolution, while the Blink Mini 2K Plus ($49.99) is a wired indoor camera that can be used outdoors with a weather-resistant adapter. The innovative Blink Arc ($99.99) combines two cameras to create a single 180-degree field of view, offering more comprehensive coverage. Preorders are live now, with release dates staggered between October 15th and 29th.
Finally, Amazon introduced three new Kindle Scribe models, including the flagship Kindle Scribe Colorsoft ($629.99), which is the company’s first note-taking e-reader with a color screen. All new models feature an 11-inch display, a slimmer design, an improved interface, and a larger stylus. A new AI-powered search tool can quickly summarize documents. While preorder details are not yet available, the devices are scheduled to ship in the US later this year.
(Source: The Verge)
