# Amazon wants Alexa to finish your to-do list, not just research it

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Podcast: [Marketplace All-in-One](https://stenobird.com/podcast/marketplace-all-in-one-432449)
Published: 2026-09-28T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.marketplace.org/episode/2026/09/28/amazon-wants-alexa-to-finish-your-todo-list-not-just-research-it
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## Resource

The AI smart speaker market is getting crowded. This year, Amazon, which is a Marketplace underwriter, rolled out a large language model-powered version of its classic voice assistant. You can still talk to Alexa+ using Amazon echo devices, but it also operates as a text chatbot, replacing the old Rufus AI. It's capable of conversational searches, managing to-do lists and even generating podcasts. Daniel Rausch, Amazon’s vice president of Alexa and Echo, broke down what's new with Alexa+. More on this: “ I’ve Been Testing Alexa for a Decade. Here’s My Take on How Alexa+ Compares. ” from Wirecutter “ Amazon's Alexa+ ” from Amazon

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