Amazon Echo Alexa is Coming For Apple Siri - http://clapway.com/2016/01/12/alexa-from-amazon-echo-is-coming-for-apple-siri-123/

After releasing the Echo, Amazon is releasing a second, cheaper generation called Amazon Fox, with an Alexa that could take Apple Siri out of the game. The mini-speaker will be the size of the average beer can, and it will be wireless.

Amazon Brings Cloud-Based Services to the Mainstream

The Fox is expected to cost under $180, which is the current Echo price. Unlike the Echo, it will be battery operated. It will probably come with a docking station where it can re-charge. Alexa will not work automatically. Users will have to push a button to activate her, much like how Apple users activate Siri.

There’s a chance that Amazon will bring in an Alexa app that would allow users to activate her from a phone. This would get rid of the need of physically approaching the device to initiate communication.

The Amazon Speakers Go Bluetooth

This isn’t the only disadvantage that might come with the Amazon Fox. The Amazon Echo got a lot of positive reviews for its audio quality. A smaller device would mean some sacrifice for sound. There’s also a big possibility that the Fox will connect to everything via Bluetooth, which also makes compromises to audio quality.

However, Bluetooth makes usage very convenient. If the Fox manages to overpower the Echo in terms of lagging or glitching, it could sell well. We can even expect the Fox to be named Best Product of the Year for its functionality and price. A price tag for under $180 could put it on top of the Beats Pill.

The Best Selling Point for the Amazon Fox, Alexa

The voice-command feature for a speaker is a unique selling point. No other speaker on the market features this. The only thing that Amazon has to worry about is if the smaller size will take away from some of the Echo features that gave it such positive reviews. This is new territory for Amazon, but it can be easily dominated if they bring together the best of the Echo and bring in the best of Alexa to the smaller Fox.

Alexa vs. Apple Siri: Who is Better?

Siri was recently put into the new Apple TV OS, but it didn’t heed overly positive results. Hopefully, this will not be the case for Alexa. Virtual assistants are slowly taking over technology, and hopefully, Alexa will bring some humor and functionality to the innovation.

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Amazon Echo Alexa is Coming For Apple Siri

Apple Delays Start of Streaming Service - http://clapway.com/2015/08/14/apple-delays-start-of-streaming-service123/

According to recent releases and Apple information, a revamped version of the Apple TV was supposed to make its appearance next month, but now the company’s long time reported streaming service is now on hold.

Apple’s Negotiating With TV Networks Is Progressing Slowly

Apple was supposed to reveal the next version of the Apple TV set-top box at an event that was scheduled for September 9th, which is where they are also supposed to reveal the next installment of the iPhone family. However, Apple has now postponed the announcement of the live TV streaming service due to still negotiating licensing deals with TV networks such as those owned by CBS Corps and 21st Century Fox, Inc. These deals are reportedly “progressing slowly”.

In a report, people familiar with Apple’s plans are cited saying that Apple is continuously trying to secure programming for the service. Apparently the technology giant is lacking the proper computer network capacity that will ensure a good viewing experience for all customers. This new Apple TV apparently won’t be revealed until 2016.

Apple TV Is Supposed To Showcase New Features

Rumors surrounding this new and improved Apple TV have been circulating for months. According to reports from earlier this year, claims of the Apple TV included that it would possess a faster processor, support for digital voice assistant Siri, and an overhauled operating system. This was reportedly supposed to be revealed at June’s Worldwide Developers Conference before it was pushed back to the fall.

This Comes As Other Networks Prepare For Users To Cut Their Packages

The entrance of Apple into the streaming television realm arrives as many network and cable programmers prepare for the rise of users cutting the cords on their services. This new Apple TV has been called Apples chance to disrupt the cable television industry. Companies including Dish TV with Sling and Sony with PlayStation are introducing smaller bundle packages that boast live and local TV channels as well as other popular cable channels for a lower cost. Other networks have also launched their own standalone offers such as Showtime and HBO.

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Apple Delays Start of Streaming Service