Alexa Plus Arrives in Canada with Smarter AI and Real-World Actions

Alexa Plus is now available in Canada. This episode breaks down how Amazon’s new AI assistant changes everyday tasks, smart home control, privacy management, and accessibility for Canadians.

Marc sits down with Allison Siperco, Country Manager for Alexa Canada, to explore the next generation of Amazon’s assistant. Alexa Plus brings a smarter, more conversational AI that can understand casual speech, take action in the real world, and simplify daily routines without needing a phone.

Allison explains how Alexa Plus can build routines through natural conversation, manage schedules from emails and screenshots, control smart home devices with simple phrases, and help parents keep track of busy households. She also details how the assistant improves accessibility with features like SightWise, which helps identify items and read packaging through the Echo Show camera.

This episode also covers privacy controls built into Alexa Plus, how the wake word triggers listening, device compatibility, early access in Canada, and why the new Echo devices are optimized for the updated experience.

Listeners will hear real examples that show how Alexa Plus can help Canadians stay organized, automate their home, and access information more easily.

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