Overview
- Starting in 2026, Alexa+ will support transactional voice flows that let users discover options and complete bookings for travel, home services, and personal care.
- Expedia will enable conversational hotel search and booking using its global lodging inventory, with personalized recommendations and the ability to manage reservations.
- Angi and Yelp will expand home-service capabilities by surfacing local pros, reviews, and pricing and by letting customers request quotes and book jobs by voice.
- Square will connect users to beauty and wellness providers in its network and allow them to make, manage, and reschedule appointments directly through Alexa.
- Amazon says early adopters show strong engagement with partners like Thumbtack and Vagaro, while industry coverage notes adoption will hinge on matching the ease of existing apps and earning user trust for voice transactions.