Facebook launches video-chat device

Facebook unveiled a device Oct. 8 that can make video calls and is focused on connecting users with friends and family, according to Fortune.

Facebook has two versions of the new device, called Portal and Portal+. Portal has a 10-inch screen and weighs 2.7 pounds. Portal+ has a 15.6-inch screen, weighs 7.4 pounds and includes an embedded mini-subwoofer.

Amazon's voice-activated digital assistant Alexa comes installed on both versions of Facebook's device, according to the report.

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