Amazon’s Panos Panay addresses new Fire phone rumors

Amazon devices chief Panos Panay said the company is not necessarily building a new phone.

He acknowledged reports of an Alexa-powered project, but stopped short of confirming a smartphone.

Panay suggested Amazon could pursue new AI hardware in different form factors instead of a standard handset.

The remarks point to broader device ambitions as Amazon explores AI phones, wearables, and other mobile concepts.