Amazon's new Alexa Tablet family brings full Google Play Store access to its tablet lineup. Amazon lists three models: the Alexa Tablet 12 Pro, Tablet 11 and Tablet 8. The change gives prospective buyers an app-access question to consider alongside the usual screen and storage comparison.
Wired News describes the lineup as replacing Fire tablets, whose app availability had been a limitation. It reports Android 16 at launch, an Android 17 update expected early in 2027, and at least four years of software updates for the new tablets.
Four prices, three tablet sizes
Amazon's US starting prices are $499.99 for the 12 Pro, $329.99 for the 11 and $229.99 for the 8. The 12 Pro Nanomatte variant starts at $549.99, so the glare-reducing display is a distinct choice rather than a feature included at the standard Pro price.
Amazon describes the Pro's screen as a 12-inch, 120Hz panel with a 3:2 aspect ratio. Its Nanomatte option is intended to reduce glare. This is a description of the announced design, not our assessment of its appearance outdoors or under office lighting.
Read specifications for the exact model
Amazon Developer Documentation provides model-specific information for the Alexa Tablet 12 Pro. Our practical recommendation is to check the configuration you intend to buy against that documentation. A family name or a maximum specification is not enough to establish what a particular checkout selection contains.
Before comparing prices, write down the screen variant, memory, storage and any accessories you want. Then compare the complete selection. This avoids treating a base price and a more equipped setup as interchangeable, and makes the decision easier to revisit later.
Availability and what remains untested
Amazon says shipping begins October 14 in the US, Mexico and Canada, followed by selected European markets on October 19. Wired News also reports kids' versions of the two smaller models, including protective cases and a year of Amazon Kids+.
Google Play access and the announced update commitment establish useful changes in the lineup. They do not establish everyday responsiveness, long-term reliability or display comfort. We have not tested these devices. Readers whose decision depends on those qualities should look for measured, configuration-specific reviews alongside the launch information.
