Amazon launches Alexa Tablet 8, Tablet 11 and Tablet 12 Pro with Google Play Store access: Price, key specs and more

Mint - Oct 9, 2026

Amazon has launched the Alexa Tablet 8, Tablet 11 and Tablet 12 Pro globally with Google Play Store access, Android support and built-in Alexa+ AI features. The lineup starts at $229.99, while the flagship Tablet 12 Pro features a 12-inch 2.5K display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

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