Tag: Prime Video
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Amazon’s Ads Maybe Annoying, But Few People Are Going to Quit Prime Video
Amazon’s decision to introduce ads into its Prime Video represents a big shake up for the streaming video service. But, it turns out, just a small number of people are actually going to leave because of them. That’s according to research firm Hub Entertainment Research. Its study found that that 59% of respondents would continue…
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Amazon Prime Video Slapped With Class Action Lawsuit Over Introduction of Ads
Some Amazon Prime customer were angry enough at Prime Video’s introduction of ads that decided to take legal action. The retail giant is facing a proposed class action lawsuit filed on Friday that alleges it breached its terms of service and misled customers by introducing ads into Prime Video service and then requiring users to…
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Why Amazon Believes Prime Video is More Than Just a Streaming Service
While you may associate Prime Video with hit shows such as The Boys or Reacher, Andrew Bennett wants you to know it’s so much more. Bennett, vice president and head of video partnerships for Amazon, wants to convince both its users and partners that Prime Video is more than just a streaming service, but a…
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Prime Video Confirms Invincible Season 2 Part 2 Release Date
Prime Video’s Invincible dropped a new trailer this week, showing the series will return with part two of the second season coming to the platform on March 14. The streamer made it known on January 19 that a release date for the second half of the second season would be confirmed this week, posting a…
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How to Watch 2024 Oscars Best Picture Nominees on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and More
Award season has arrived and the biggest names will be recognized during the 96th Academy Awards on March 10. Jimmy Kimmell will serve as host, for the fourth time, live from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Heading into the ceremony, Netflix leads all studios with 18 total nominations. Streaming services have come a long way…
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Amazon Exec Says Prime Video Will Show Fewer Ads Than Rivals, and Make Adjustments When Needed
Starting next week, Amazon Prime Video will feel dramatically different thanks to the introduction of ads. But don’t expect a static experience, with one Amazon executive promising that the company will be monitoring the user data and quickly make adjustments as needed. “We’ll take a more iterative approach,” Andrew Bennett, vice president and head of…
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MrBeast Reportedly in Talks For a Prime Video TV Show Worth Nearly $100 Million
Superstar YouTuber MrBeast may be making a jump to Amazon Prime Video. MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, is in talks with Amazon to create a TV show for its streaming service in a deal that could be worth nearly $100 million, according to Puck News (subscription required) and confirmed by Variety. While details…
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Amazon’s Prime Video Will Add Ads For All Subscribers Next Week – Here is Everything You Need to Know
Back in September of 2023, Amazon announced that in 2024 it will be adding ads to its base Prime Video plan. Now if you want to continue to get the ad-free experience you have now, you will have to pay extra. It seems Amazon has decided instead of just raising everyone’s price and offering a…
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Amazon Partners With Tastemade to Launch 15 New Shows on Freevee and Prime Video
Amazon MGM Studios on Wednesday said it has partnered with Tastemade, a service for foodies, to bring a slew of shows to Prime Video and Amazon Freevee. The multi-year deal includes the production of 15 new unscripted series that will encompass a range of lifestyle topics, from cooking competitions to travel shows, hosted by notable…
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Amazon Prime Video Adds An Option To Get Ad-Supported Version of Max, AMC+, & Paramount+ On Amazon Channels
Cord cutters who are subscribed to Amazon Prime Video have a few more options to choose from in the platform’s premium channel lineup. In a major move for the streaming platform, subscribers can now add Paramount+ Essential, AMC+ with Ads, and Max with Ads plans to the service. In the past services like Paramount+ only…