By Key Points
- Amazon introduces AI tools on Fire HD 8 and other models.
- Writing assistant, webpage summaries, and wallpaper creator included.
- Fire HD 8 features improved RAM, camera, and battery life.
- Available now at $54.99 ahead of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days.
Amazon Fire tablets AI features are now rolling out across multiple Fire tablet models, starting with the new Fire HD 8. These AI tools aim to enhance user experience with functions like writing assistance, webpage summaries, and a wallpaper creator. The exciting news? You don’t have to buy the latest Fire HD 8 to access them; many older Fire tablet models will also get the update.
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New AI Features on Fire Tablets
The biggest addition to Amazon’s Fire tablet AI ecosystem is the writing assist tool, a feature integrated directly into the device’s keyboard. This tool helps users refine their text, making writing smoother and more polished.
Whether you’re drafting emails or working on documents, this tool will offer suggestions and improvements to your content in real-time.
Another standout feature is the webpage summary function, available through Amazon’s Silk browser. This feature condenses long-form content into easy-to-read summaries, allowing users to save time while staying informed. It’s perfect for people who want to skim through articles or need quick information.
The wallpaper creator also adds a fun layer of personalization. By typing in a prompt, users can generate custom wallpapers for their devices, offering a creative way to make their tablets truly their own.
These tools will be rolled out to compatible Fire tablets later this month. Here’s a list of models that will receive the updates:
- Writing Assist and Wallpaper Creator will arrive on Fire Max 11 (2023), Fire HD 10 (2023), and Fire HD 8 (2022, 2024).
- Webpage Summaries will come to Fire Max 11 (2023), Fire HD 10 (2019, 2021, 2023), and Fire HD 8 (2018, 2020, 2022, 2024).
Fire HD 8: What’s New?
While the focus is on AI features, the new Fire HD 8 comes with hardware upgrades. The most notable improvements include a boost in RAM from 2GB to 3GB, which is likely to help run AI functions more smoothly.
There’s also a notable upgrade to the rear camera, jumping from 2MP to 5MP, allowing for clearer photos and video calls.
Other features include a 13-hour battery life, making it a reliable device for day-long use, and storage options of 32GB or 64GB, with the ability to expand further via microSD card.
Priced at $99.99, the Fire HD 8 is already discounted to $54.99 ahead of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days. You can grab one in three colors: black, emerald, and hibiscus.
What’s Next for Amazon Fire Tablets?
With the rise of AI-powered tools, Amazon is ensuring that its Fire tablets remain competitive in a crowded market.
Beyond this recent AI rollout, there are rumors about a possible Alexa upgrade, which may come with a paid subscription service, but that wasn’t part of the recent announcements.
An upgraded Alexa could further enhance the smart assistant capabilities of Fire tablets, making them even more versatile for daily use.
Moreover, it seems Amazon may not stop with its tablets. Reports suggest the company could be launching updated Kindle e-readers soon.
A Spanish retailer recently listed a new Kindle with a brighter screen, hinting at a potential broader refresh of Amazon’s device lineup.
Overall, these AI upgrades solidify Amazon’s position in the tablet market, giving users a smarter, more customizable experience.
Whether you’re writing, reading, or browsing the web, the AI tools built into the Fire tablet lineup will help make tasks easier and more intuitive.
