Alexa will enable kids to have natural conversations soon.
Alexa will enable kids to have natural conversations soon.
Introducing Explore With Alexa: Learning and Fun for Kids
Amazon’s annual hardware event showcased their commitment to improving Alexa’s capabilities, particularly in terms of natural language processing. They introduced Explore With Alexa, a version of the chatbot specifically designed for children. This kid-friendly chatbot focuses on topics like animals and nature, engaging kids with trivia games and daily fun facts.
The development of Explore With Alexa prioritizes child safety and protection from the more unsavory aspects of the internet. Amazon has implemented guardrails to ensure a safe and secure experience for young users. Although it currently centers around animal and nature topics, Explore With Alexa will expand to cover additional subjects in the future.
To complement this exciting new technology, Amazon also unveiled a range of kid-friendly devices. The Echo Pop Kids is an intelligently designed smart speaker tailored for younger family members. Available in two different versions, one featuring Avengers characters and the other showcasing Disney princesses, this speaker captivates children with conversational tidbits about their favorite heroes or princesses. Priced at $50, the Echo Pop Kids also includes six months of Amazon’s Kids+ subscription service. Pre-orders are now available.
Furthermore, Amazon announced the upcoming launch of two tablets: the Fire Kids tablet for younger children and the Fire Kids Pro for older kids. These 10-inch tablets are 25% faster than their predecessors, boasting 1080p FHD screens, 3GB of RAM, and access to a variety of specialized kid-centric apps. Each tablet, priced at $190, comes with a year-long subscription to Amazon’s Kids+ service and a two-year warranty that covers the everyday accidents parents often face. Pre-orders for these tablets are now open, with shipments beginning next month.
Both tablets feature Amazon’s Play Together feature, providing kids with access to online multiplayer games. With close to a dozen upcoming games, children can connect with friends and enjoy collaborative gaming experiences. Additionally, the tablets include an app called Music Maker, which allows children to explore their musical creativity. They can become composers by blending various instruments and sound effects with the help of AI, all through touch.
Amazon’s focus on creating a well-rounded experience for kids highlights their commitment to providing educational and entertaining content. By leveraging their AI capabilities, they empower children to engage with technology in a positive and interactive manner.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates from Amazon’s 2023 Devices event!
