Amazon's New Alexa Tablets Put the Assistant Front and Center
Amazon introduced three Alexa Tablets—the 12 Pro, 11, and 8—with Alexa+ integrated throughout the interface. The tablets run Android with Google Play and Amazon services, and orders are open in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico with shipping starting October 14, 2026. A key feature, On-Screen Intelligence, is opt-in and lets Alexa+ interpret screen content, with controls for listening, screen access, and memory.
Amazon’s three-model lineup covers a 12-inch flagship, an 11-inch midrange option, and a compact 8-inch version. The 12 Pro starts at $499 and offers a 120Hz, 3:2 screen, Wi-Fi 6E, quad Dolby Atmos speakers, and up to 16 hours of video playback; an anti-glare Nanomatte display is optional. The 11 costs $379.99 and uses a 90Hz 2.5K panel with dual Dolby Atmos speakers and up to 15 hours of playback.
Alexa+ is bundled for U.S. Prime members, while non-Prime users can pay $19.99 monthly for full access or use a free text-chat tier. On-Screen Intelligence remains off unless enabled, and Amazon says indicators and settings let owners manage listening, screen access, and memory. Orders are open in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with shipping from October 14, 2026.
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