Amazon is breaking its usual tradition by hosting a device event in February. In a year of significant changes, the company seems ready to embrace the unexpected. The event will be held in New York City, and unlike previous years, it won't be live-streamed.
Engadget will be present to cover the event live, providing updates on what's unfolding. Amazon has been hinting at a next-gen Alexa device for quite some time, promising a more conversational interface and the ability to handle complex requests. The question remains: will it be ready for dynamic conversations? And what innovative tech will Amazon integrate it into next? Perhaps clocks or even microwave ovens?
Here's a look at what we expect Amazon to reveal:
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