Category: Amazon News
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A Class Action Lawsuit Against Amazon Over Prime Video Adding Ads Has Been Dismissed
A class action lawsuit accusing Amazon of misleading Prime subscribers by introducing ads to its Prime Video streaming service has been dismissed by a U.S. District Judge. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of Prime subscribers, alleged that Amazon engaged in a “bait and switch” by making its ad-supported plan the default option and requiring users…
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Amazon Confirms Android 14-Based Fire TV Are Coming, But Future of Fire OS Remains Unclear
Amazon has confirmed that a new Fire TV operating system based on Android 14 is in development, offering a reprieve for those concerned about the company’s potential shift away from Android. However, the company’s recent moves and the specific language used in its developer documentation suggest a more complex picture for the future of Fire…
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Amazon Announces Strong Q4 2024 Results with 10% Net Sales Growth To $187.6 Billion
Amazon today reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024, demonstrating continued growth across its diverse businesses. Net sales increased 10% year-over-year to $187.8 billion, driven by growth in North America, International, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) segments. The company also highlighted significant advancements in its AI capabilities and a record-breaking holiday shopping…
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Another Cable TV Network is Shutting Down This Month
The cable television landscape continues to contract as SporTV, a sports-focused network available on channel 1580, has announced it will cease programming and shut down operations on or after February 28, 2025. This comes from an official notice from Spectrum to the customers impacted by the loss of the network. This closure marks another casualty…
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Amazon Slashes Prime Video Budget For Original Content, Prioritizing Profitability and Live Sports From Places like The NFL
Amazon is significantly scaling back its investment in Prime Video content, according to a recent report by The Information. The e-commerce giant reportedly spent “around $7 billion” on Prime Video in 2024, a dramatic decrease from the $18.9 billion budget in 2023. This strategic shift reflects a new focus on profitability and a growing emphasis…
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Everything You Need to Know About Amazon’s New Home Internet Service in 2025
Amazon is gearing up to launch its ambitious Project Kuiper, a satellite internet service designed to bring high-speed, affordable internet to underserved communities around the globe. With the first satellites scheduled for deployment in early 2025, Project Kuiper is poised to become a major player in the rapidly growing market for space-based internet connectivity. Amazon’s…
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Amazon Ditches “Try Before You Buy” Program, Prioritizing AI-Powered Shopping
Amazon is officially closing the dressing room doors on its “Prime Try Before You Buy” program, a service that allowed Prime members to try on clothes, shoes, and accessories at home before committing to a purchase. The program, which launched in 2017 as “Prime Wardrobe,” will be discontinued on January 31st, 2025, according to a…
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Fire TV Stick 4K Slashed to $27.99 – Still Time for Christmas Delivery
Amazon drops price on popular streaming device, offering a chance for a fantastic stocking stuffer or home entertainment upgrade. Procrastinators and bargain hunters, take note! In a move sure to please those still scrambling for last-minute gifts, Amazon has drastically reduced the price of its popular Fire TV Stick 4K. The streaming device, normally priced…
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Amazon Makes Fire TV More Inclusive with New Accessibility Features
Today, Amazon announced three new accessibility updates designed to make Fire TV and other Amazon products more inclusive for people with disabilities. These updates focus on improving the streaming experience for people with hearing aids, making quick start guides more accessible for visually impaired users, and expanding accessibility features across Amazon devices. Dual Audio on…
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Amazon’s 2nd & 3rd Gen Echo Buds Are At A New Lowest Price Ever Just $44.99 Down From $139.99- Take Alexa With You Everywhere You Go
Want to take Alexa with you everywhere you go? With 2nd gen Echo Buds, you can have Alexa with you wherever you are. The best part is they are at their lowest price of 2024, starting at just $44.99 downf from the list price of $139.99. If you want, you can upgrade to the wireless…