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Amazon launches three Alexa+ tablets from $229.99, with on-screen Alexa help

Amazon announced the Alexa Tablet 8 ($229.99), 11 ($329.99) and 12 Pro ($499.99), each with Alexa+ built in, plus new Kids Tablets. On-Screen Intelligence lets Alexa read what is on screen, is off by default and needs opt-in. US shipping starts Oct. 14.

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Thursday, October 8, 2026

  1. CNBC

    Amazon overhauls aging devices lineup with higher priced Alexa tablet, dumping the budget Fire

  2. The Verge

    Amazon retires the Fire brand for tablets after 15 years, replacing it with Alexa Tablets that run Android and ship on October 14, including the $499 12 Pro

  3. The Verge

    theverge.com/tech/1007473/amazon-alexa-tablet-12-pro-nanomatte-hands-on

  4. Bloomberg

    bloomberg.com/news/features/2026-10-08/amazon-launches-alexa-tablet-features-ipad-comparison-prices-keyboard

  5. GeekWire

    geekwire.com/2026/amazon-unveils-alexa-tablets-running-android-with-google-play-including-a-pro-model-aimed-at-work/

  6. Reuters

    reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/amazon-launches-first-android-tablets-raising-prices-incorporating-alexa-2026-10-08/

  7. Engadget

    engadget.com/2280951/panos-panay-tease-neo-design-language-and-alexa-interface/

  8. Engadget

    engadget.com/2280791/amazon-alexa-tablet-12-pro-vs-fire-hd-10-what-changed/

  9. T3

    t3.com/tech/tablets/amazon-alexa-tablets-are-here

  10. Gizmodo

    gizmodo.com/amazon-alexa-tablet-12-pro-hands-on-2000822986

  11. CNET

    cnet.com/tech/computing/goodbye-fire-tablet-amazons-new-alexa-tablet-is-a-flashy-portable-entertainment-hub/

  12. Engadget

    engadget.com/2280787/amazon-alexa-tablet-12-pro-hands-on/

  13. TechCrunch

    techcrunch.com/2026/10/08/amazon-unveils-new-alexa-tablets-with-alexa-and-google-play-store-access/

  14. Fortune

    fortune.com/2026/10/08/amazon-launches-premium-alexa-tablets-squaring-off-with-apple-and-samsung/

  15. The Independent

    independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/gadgets-tech/laptops-tablets/amazon-alexa-tablet-ipad-b3063404.html

  16. Wired

    wired.com/story/alexa-tablets-blueprint-for-upcoming-amazon-phone/

  17. What Hi-Fi?

    whathifi.com/smartphones-tablets/tablets/amazon-announces-a-new-premium-tablet-line-to-take-on-ipad-with-a-nanomatte-display-and-ive-tried-it

  18. Wired

    wired.com/story/amazon-alexa-tablets-2026/

  19. TechRadar

    techradar.com/tablets/amazons-first-full-android-tablet-is-a-cheaper-ipad-air-rival-that-doesnt-in-any-way-force-you-to-compromise-according-to-the-vp-of-amazon-devices-i-got-the-inside-track-on-the-alexa-tablet-12-pro

  20. AmazonPrimary

    aboutamazon.com/news/devices/new-amazon-alexa-tablets-alexa-plus

  21. The Shortcut

    theshortcut.com/p/amazon-alexa-tablet-12-pro-nanomatte-alexa-plus-kindle-soft-white-colorsoft

  22. Quartz

    qz.com/amazon-alexa-tablets-fire-lineup-discontinued-100826

  23. 9to5Toys

    9to5toys.com/2026/10/08/amazon-debuts-all-new-android-alexa-tablets-today/

  24. Trusted Reviews

    trustedreviews.com/opinion/amazon-alexa-tablet-pro-12-hands-on-first-impressions

  25. PCMag

    pcmag.com/news/put-out-the-fire-new-amazon-alexa-tablets-are-made-to-replace-your-ipad

  26. AppleInsider

    appleinsider.com/articles/26/10/08/ipad-has-competition-from-amazons-new-alexa-tablets

  27. How-To Geek

    howtogeek.com/amazon-alexa-tablet-price-release-date/

  28. iClarified

    iclarified.com/102675/amazon-launches-alexa-tablets-with-google-play-and-alexa-starting-at-22999

  29. Digital Trends

    digitaltrends.com/tablets/amazon-launches-alexa-tablets-with-google-play-access-sleek-looks-and-powerful-specs/

  30. MacRumors

    macrumors.com/2026/10/08/amazon-unveils-new-ipad-rivals/

  31. 9to5Google

    9to5google.com/2026/10/08/amazon-alexa-tablets-2026-play-store-support/

  32. Finimize

    finimize.com/content/amazons-new-alexa-tablets-ditch-fire-os-for-android

  33. Bloomberg

    bloomberg.com/news/features/2026-10-08/amazon-launches-alexa-tablet-features-ipad-comparison-prices-keyboard?accessToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJzb3VyY2UiOiJTdWJzY3JpYmVyR2lmdGVkQXJ0aWNsZSIsImlhdCI6MTc5MTQ2NDU4NiwiZXhwIjoxNzkyMDY5Mzg2LCJhcnRpY2xlSWQiOiJUTUxBU1FOM04wOTcwMCIsImJjb25uZWN0SWQiOiJDOTYyQ0UxOUMyOTc0NDBGQkMyNEQxQkQ2RDQ4MjczNSJ9.4iOHBQKhkP6uD8Oyi1p5LAsZ20DPZ3MjtK0VRHAvbuo

  34. Digital Trends

    digitaltrends.com/tablets/amazons-new-alexa-tablets-let-alexa-see-your-screen-and-help-in-real-time/

  35. AmazonPrimary

    aboutamazon.com/news/devices/new-amazon-kids-tablets

  36. Thurrott

    thurrott.com/amazon/342602/amazon-unveils-a-trio-of-android-powered-alexa-tablets

  37. Android Police

    androidpolice.com/amazon-alexa-tablets-and-the-google-play-store/

  38. Techaeris

    techaeris.com/2026/10/08/amazon-alexa-tablet-lineup-launches/

  39. Tech Advisor

    techadvisor.com/article/3256350/amazons-alexa-tablets-usp-could-be-their-biggest-weakness.html

  40. iPhone in Canada

    iphoneincanada.ca/2026/10/08/amazon-alexa-tablets-canada-price/

  41. The Verge

    theverge.com/tech/1008059/amazon-phasing-out-fire-tablet-panos-panay

  42. Mashable

    mashable.com/tech/amazon-alexa-tablets-announcement

  43. GSMArena.com

    gsmarena.com/amazons_new_alexa_tablets_use_the_google_play_store_and_are_more_capable_than_fire_tablets-news-74965.php

  44. Ars Technica

    arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/10/amazons-new-alexa-tablets-drop-the-fire-branding-but-are-more-android-than-ever/

  45. iThinkDifferent

    ithinkdiff.com/amazon-alexa-tablets-ipad-competition/

  46. Droid Life

    droid-life.com/2026/10/08/amazon-alexa-tablets-start-at-229-ship-with-google-play/

  47. Business Insider

    businessinsider.com/amazon-fire-tablets-phasing-out-new-alexa-devices-2011-2026-2026-10

  48. TechRadar

    techradar.com/tablets/i-had-immense-buyers-remorse-with-my-kindle-fire-tablet-but-amazons-new-alexa-tablet-might-be-the-gadget-to-win-me-back

  49. Pocket-lint

    pocket-lint.com/amazons-new-alexa-tablets-might-actually-rival-the-ipad/

  50. Android Central

    androidcentral.com/tablets/amazon-fire-tablet/the-amazon-alexa-tablet-series-runs-android-and-turns-into-a-sanctuary-for-kindle-readers

  51. Spyglass

    spyglass.org/amazon-alexa-tablets-ipad/

  52. Digital Trends

    digitaltrends.com/tablets/amazon-is-doing-for-android-tablets-what-the-ipads-wont-for-apple/

  53. The American Bazaar

    americanbazaaronline.com/2026/10/08/amazon-launches-android-tablets-with-alexa-starting-at-230-489655/

  54. GSMArena.com

    gsmarena.com/the_oled_macbook_pro_may_not_be_much_thinner_than_the_current_model-news-74960.php

  55. AFTVnews

    aftvnews.com/amazon-announces-alexa-tablets-an-all-new-line-running-full-android-with-the-google-play-store/

  56. Engadget

    engadget.com/2281782/alexa-tablet-vs-ipad-pro-amazon-apple-tablet-comparison/

  57. MobileSyrup

    mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/08/amazon-announces-new-lineup-of-alexa-tablets/

  58. Good e-Reader

    goodereader.com/blog/tablet-slates/amazon-releases-new-alexa-tablets

  59. Cord Cutters News

    cordcuttersnews.com/amazon-just-fixed-one-of-the-biggest-issues-with-its-tablets/

  60. Neowin

    neowin.net/news/amazon-unveils-new-alexa-tablets-with-google-play-store-alexa-ai-and-premium-hardware/

  61. WeRSM

    wersm.com/amazon-phasing-out-fire-tablets-alexa-android-tablets/

Friday, October 9, 2026

  1. SamMobile

    sammobile.com/news/amazon-alexa-tablets-challenge-samsung-galaxy-tabs-us/
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