More Alexa Gadgets

Amazon is doubling down on its Alexa-powered devices,

with plans to release at least 8 new voice-controlled

hardware devices before the end of the year, CNBC has

Learned.

The devices include, among others, a microwave oven,

an amplifier, a receiver, a subwoofer, and an in-car gadget,

people familiar with the matter said. All of the devices will

be Alexa-enabled, meaning they can easily connect to the

voice assistant. Some of the devices will also have Alexa

built in.

Amazon is expected to reveal some of these devices at an

event later this month, according to an internal document

describing the plans.