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4 ways Amazon’s new Alexa tablets eclipse the Fire line – starting with Google Play

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ZDNET’s key takeaways

  • Three new Amazon Alexa tablets feature Alexa+ and premium construction, including a 12-inch Pro model.
  • The tablets finally support Google Play, addressing a pain point for users.
  • Amazon also launched two new Kids’ Tablets.

Amazon just announced three new Alexa Tablets, a trio of AI-powered Android tablets for work and entertainment with a more “Pro” build. The new tablets are an unexpected upgrade for Amazon, and an indication that the company is moving away from budget-focused tablets to more premium devices.

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The lineup starts at $230 and includes the Amazon Alexa Tablet 8, the Amazon Alexa Tablet 11 at $330, and the Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro, which starts at $500. All three tablets are currently available for pre-order, and will start shipping on October 14.

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