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Amazon Launches Alexa Tablets With Google Play and Alexa+, Starting at $230
Amazon unveils three Android-powered Alexa tablets with Google Play access, Alexa+ features and prices starting at $229.99, launching October 14 in North America.
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Amazon unveils three Android-powered Alexa tablets with Google Play access, Alexa+ features and prices starting at $229.99, launching October 14 in North America.
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