Amazon unveils a new lineup of Alexa+ tablets to replace its older Fire tablets, pitching them as rivals to Apple’s iPad range. The company introduces three models—Alexa Tablet 8, Alexa Tablet 11, and Alexa Tablet 12 Pro—featuring larger displays, aluminum bodies, and deeper built-in Alexa integration. Preorders begin October 8, with shipping scheduled to start October 14.
A key change across outlets is the move from Fire OS to Android, giving buyers full access to the Google Play Store and standard Google apps. Multiple reports say customers can install widely used services such as YouTube, Netflix, Gmail, and Google Docs directly from the Play store, removing workarounds previously needed on Fire devices. CNBC and others also describe improved performance, design upgrades, and AI-related features as reasons for higher pricing, with models starting around $229.99.
Some coverage also highlights additional tablet variants for families. The Verge reports Amazon launches Kids Tablets that let parents manage access to software and content via controls over the Google Play Store, using similar Android-and-Alexa functionality while restricting what children can use.
