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Alexa at 10: Amazon's assistant is a winner and a failure
The Vergecast
The Stealthy Launch of Alexa: Innovation Amidst Failure
This chapter explores the origins and early growth of Alexa, marking its 10th anniversary amid the overshadowing failure of the Fire Phone. The conversation highlights the innovative technology behind Alexa, including its far-field microphones, and draws exciting parallels to the iconic Star Trek computer.
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