Amazon has introduced new shopping features for its Alexa Plus assistant, enhancing the ability to track orders and capitalize on price drops. The AI-powered Alexa Plus, similar to Amazon’s Rufus chatbot, can actively monitor products and alert users when prices hit specified thresholds, automatically executing purchases when they drop below the set price. This shopping experience is accessible on the Echo Show 15 and 21, enabling users to efficiently manage their purchases.
The price-tracking functionality, initially announced in February and gradually released to Alexa Plus users from June, allows monitoring of items in the Amazon basket or wish list, as well as tracking specific products upon request. For instance, users can instruct Alexa to notify them when a Dyson Supersonic hair dryer reaches a price below $300. Additionally, users can authorize the assistant to purchase items automatically once they reach the desired price, utilizing default shipping and payment details for a seamless transaction.
Recently extended to the Rufus AI chatbot, these auto-buy capabilities are now accessible on the Amazon Shopping app. However, users are advised to exercise caution, as the feature could potentially spoil surprises during gift-giving occasions within the household.
The new Shopping Essentials center on the Echo Show 15 and 21 consolidates various features into a single command hub, displaying recent orders, live delivery updates, shopping lists, saved items, and recommending household essentials for repurchase. By uttering commands like “Alexa, where’s my stuff?” or “Open Shopping Essentials,” users can access this feature seamlessly.
Source: The Verge
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