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Credit: Amazon Published Oct 8, 2026, 11:31 AM EDT Timi is the news and deals reporter for Android Police, who has been reporting on technology since 2008. He has worked in tech retail and also the IT space, providing hardware and software support, which gives him a unique perspective on the tech that he covers. This allows him to effectively break down complex subjects into easy-to-read pieces that even casual readers can enjoy. Before joining Android Police, he was a news writer for XDA, where he eventually transitioned to covering deals. He also worked as an editor and reporter for Neowin, where he covered news and attended major tech events like CES. He also reviewed phones, tablets, PC products, and other devices. In addition, he also created video content for the Neowin YouTube channel. Sign in to your Android Police account Amazon just introduced its new Alexa Tablets, and they're pretty exciting. The lineup includes three models: the Alexa Tablet 8, Tablet 11, and Tablet 12 Pro. They run Android, use Alexa+, and use the Google Play Store for apps. That last point is probably the biggest news, since the brand's previous Android tablets relied on Amazon's own App Store, which wasn't all that great, to be honest. A new chapter for Amazon tablets Credit: Amazon Amazon is clearly making a statement with its Alexa Tablets, positioning these models as its higher-end offerings. Before we even get to the internal components and specifications, the outer case is made from aluminum. That's quite a departure from previous models that all relied on plastic. The Alexa Tablet 8 is the base model that features an 8.7-inch screen and is powered by an octa-core processor that's paired with 4GB. You have the option of 64GB or 128GB of storage. It starts at $229.99 and comes in Graphite, Rosette, and Teal. The Tablet 11 has an 11-inch 2.5K screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. Along with an octa-core processor and 8GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of storage. The Tablet 11 has a starting price of $329.99 and comes in Graphite, Amethyst, and Matcha. The Alexa Tablet 12 Pro is going to be the most expensive option out of the bunch, starting at $499.99. This model features a large 12-inch 120Hz screen that comes in the standard variant or Nanomatte display with anti-glare. The tablet is powered by a 4nm octa-core chip and is paired with 8GB or 16GB of RAM depending the storage size that you choose. The 128GB model will come with 8GB of RAM, while the 256GB storage model will get a boost to 16GB of RAM. The tablet is meant to provide an excellent entertainment experience with quad speakers. But it can also be used for work too. For the Tablet 12 Pro, Amazon is offering two accessories with the Alexa Tablet Pro Pen and Alexa Tablet Pro Keyboard. The Tablet Pro Pen is a "USI 2.0 active pen with 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, tilt detection, magnetic docking, and wireless charging." The Pro Keyboard attaches to the tablet magnetically and instantly starts working. You can head to Amazon to purchase all three tablets today, with the products being shipped out on October 14, 2026 in the United States. You can also order the tablet in other regions, like Canada and Mexico. The tablet will also be available in the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain, with shipments expected for October 19, 2026. Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro RAM 8GB or 12GB Storage 128GB or 256GB Ports USB-C