Top 9 Amazon Devices to Kickstart Your Alexa+ Experience

Key Takeaways

Amazon’s Alexa+ is officially launching in Australia after its US debut in February 2025 and UK release in March 2026.
While some older Alexa-enabled devices may not support Alexa+, a limited number remain incompatible, ensuring many devices can be upgraded.
A subscription to Alexa+ is free for Prime members, or AU$29.99 per month for non-members, with Prime membership costing AU$9.99 monthly.

Amazon’s Alexa+ Launches in Australia

Amazon’s advanced AI assistant, Alexa+, is set to enhance the digital landscape in Australia, following its launches in the US and UK. For Australian users, the arrival of Alexa+ offers an upgraded experience, particularly beneficial for those already integrated into Amazon’s ecosystem with devices like Echo smart speakers, displays, and Ring security cameras.

Despite initial concerns about the potential for device incompatibility, Amazon’s rollout of Alexa+ comes with a surprisingly short list of devices that won’t be compatible. This efficiency in compatibility allows users—especially those who have not yet updated their devices—to embrace the new features and functionalities Alexa+ has to offer.

Alexa+ promises a wide range of AI-driven tasks, from providing answers to queries and facilitating online shopping, to notifying users about package deliveries captured by Ring cameras. To fully utilize these features, users are encouraged to consider upgrading to the latest Alexa-enabled devices, which are optimized for the best Alexa+ experience.

To access Alexa+, users need a subscription; this is offered for free to Amazon Prime members. For those not enrolled in Prime, the subscription cost is AU$29.99 per month. Given that an Amazon Prime subscription only costs AU$9.99 monthly, users are likely to benefit from cost savings by combining both services.

As the rollout occurs, Australian users can look forward to a more responsive and capable digital assistant that aligns with their daily needs, marking a significant step in Amazon’s expansion in the region.

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