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

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

What happened

The company said the Alexa tablet's improved speed and performance, artificial intelligence features, and upgraded design warrant a higher price tag.

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:51:27 UTC.

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