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Amazon Alexa and Echo

Amazon Alexa was originally developed based on a Polish speech synthesizer called Ivona. It was first used in Amazon Echo smart speakers. The Echo was originally called Flash and used "Amazon" as its wake word, but these were changed based on feedback. Over time, Amazon released new Echo variants like the Dot, Tap, Look and Show as well as expanding Alexa's capabilities through skills and technologies. Recent announcements include new Echo devices, group calling on Echo, and sound-based routines.

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Amazon Alexa and Echo

Amazon Alexa was originally developed based on a Polish speech synthesizer called Ivona. It was first used in Amazon Echo smart speakers. The Echo was originally called Flash and used "Amazon" as its wake word, but these were changed based on feedback. Over time, Amazon released new Echo variants like the Dot, Tap, Look and Show as well as expanding Alexa's capabilities through skills and technologies. Recent announcements include new Echo devices, group calling on Echo, and sound-based routines.

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AMAZON ALEXA AND ECHO

Philosophy of Engineering assignment


 By Anshika Arora and Bhavika Arora
ABOUT
AMAZON ALEXA
Amazon Alexa, also known simply as Alexa, is a virtual assistant
technology largely based on a Polish speech synthesiser named
Ivona, bought by Amazon in 2013. It was first used in the Amazon
Echo smart speaker and the Echo Dot, Echo Studio and Amazon Tap
speakers developed by Amazon Lab126.
AMAZON ECHO
Amazon Echo, often shortened to Echo, is an American brand of
smart speakers developed by Amazon. Echo devices connect to the
voice-controlled intelligent personal assistant service Alexa, which
will respond when a user says "Alexa". Users may change this wake
word to "Amazon".
ACIENT ERA 0F AMAZON ECHO
Work on the Amazon Echo began in 2011, known as "Project D".The
Amazon Echo was originally supposed to be called the Amazon Flash.
The wake word, the word that makes the device responsive, for the
Echo used to be "Amazon". Both of these attributes were disliked by
Lab126, the division of Amazon that conducts research and
development and creates computer hardware. Lab126 believed that
"Amazon" is too much of a commonly used word, and the device
would react when it was not intended to. The Amazon Echo (1st
Generation) was initially released in March 2014 for Amazon Prime
and invited members, and was marketed alongside the voice of the
product, Alexa. Alexa is a voice associated with the Amazon Echo
that will respond to questions and requests through artificial
intelligence. Amazon has claimed that the voice of Alexa was inspired
by electronic communications systems featured in the television
series Star Trek: The Original Series and Star Trek: The Next
Generation.
ACIENT ERA 0F AMAZON ALEXA
Alexa was developed out of a predecessor named Ivona which was
invented in Poland, inspired by 2001: A Space Odyssey and bought by
Amazon in 2013. In November 2014, Amazon announced Alexa
alongside the Echo. Alexa was inspired by the computer voice and
conversational system on board the Starship Enterprise in science
fiction TV series and movies, beginning with Star Trek: The Original
Series. In June 2015, Amazon announced the Alexa Fund, a program
that would invest in companies making voice control skills and
technologies.

MIDDLE ERA 0F AMAZON ECHO


In March 2016 Amazon released a byproduct of the Amazon Echo,
called the Amazon Echo Dot. This device is an ice hockey puck sized
version of the original Amazon Echo released in 2014, and it has the
same capabilities. This product was designed to be used in smaller
rooms such as bedrooms due to its limited speaker capabilities (size)
or to be paired with an external speaker. In November 2016 the
second generation of the Echo Dot was released for a lower price
with improved voice recognition and new colors. The second
generation of the Amazon Echo was released in October 2017. This
update offered better voice recognition and a fabric covering
exterior. Subsequently, other variants of the Amazon Echo have been
released.
In May 2017 Amazon released the now-discontinued Amazon Tap, a
portable, slightly smaller version of the Amazon Echo. Although the
two products are similar the Tap is battery powered, portable, and
requires the touch of a button in order to enable voice commands.

MIDDLE ERA 0F AMAZON ALEXA


In November 2018, Amazon opened its first Alexa-themed pop-up
shop inside of Toronto's Eaton Centre, showcasing the use of home
automation products with Amazon's smart speakers.[22] Amazon
also sells Alexa devices at Amazon Books and Whole Foods Market
locations, in addition to mall-based pop-ups throughout the United
States.

MODERN ERA OF AMAZON ECHO


In April 2017 the Amazon Echo Look was released to invitees only, as
an Amazon Echo with a built in camera. It was designed as a speaker,
that is also handy with artificial intelligence that has smart
algorithms to help users pick out outfits. It was released to the
general public in August 2018.
In June 2018 the Amazon Echo Show was released to the public as a
device with a 7-inch screen used for streaming media, making video
calls and the use of Alexa. The second generation of the device was
made available in November 2018 and features a 10-inch screen with
improved speakers.
Your Amazon Echo device is getting a slew of new features.
 The tech giant also announced a rotating Echo Show and a
flying security camera drone that can survey your house, along
with new Echo devices for kids.
 Alexa is getting smarter about your routines, Now you'll be able
to create routines that are activated by the sounds of snoring, a
baby crying or a dog barking. For example, a routine could turn
off your TV when the device picks up the sound of snoring. Or
you could set up a routine that turns your lights on when your
baby starts to cry.
 Group calling comes to Echo, Soon, you'll be able to call up to
eight friends or relatives at the same time with Amazon's new
group-calling feature.
 A real Netflix app for Echo Show, You're no longer limited to
watching Amazon Prime movies on your Echo Show. If you've
got a Netflix account, you'll soon be able to watch Netflix video
on your Echo Show as well.

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