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Amazon Canada Launches New Echo Show 5 and Kids Version
Amazon Canada today unveiled two exciting additions to their Echo product line – the all-new Echo Show 5 and the Echo Show 5 Kids. “Customers around the world love Alexa as their trusted, personal AI—they’ve now purchased well over half a billion Alexa-enabled devices, and use of Alexa increased 35 percent last year. These new...
Amazon, Google Join Forces with White House on Cybersecurity Initiative
New labels proposed by the U.S. government could help consumers identify smart appliances and fitness trackers considered secure from cyberattacks.
Amazon’s Prime Day 2023 Smashes Daily Sales Record
Amazon announced today that the first day of Prime Day 2023, which happened on July 11, was the best sales day the company has ever seen. Prime members all over the world bought over 375 million items during the two-day shopping event, saving more than $2.5 billion from many deals in the Amazon store. This...
Check Out the Latest Amazon Devices and Alexa Updates in Canada
Amazon rolled out some exciting updates for its devices and Alexa in Canada in June, including Echo Auto that brings the power of Alexa to any car.
Amazon Canada: Prime Day 2023 Deals Sneak Peek
In anticipation of Prime Day, Amazon has unveiled its plans to offer more deals than ever before in its 10-year history in Canada. Starting Tuesday, July 11 at 3 a.m. EDT, Prime members globally will have 48-hour exclusive access to shop from millions of deals, with new ones dropping every 30 minutes during select periods....
Amazon Faces FTC Lawsuit Over ‘Deceptive’ Prime Sign-up Process
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sued Amazon, accusing it of employing deceptive tactics in its Prime sign-up and cancellation process.
Amazon Prime Day Canada 2023 Deals Coming July 11-12
Amazon Canada has announced the return of Prime Day for 2023. Starting from 1 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, July 11, and running through Wednesday, July 12, Prime members will have the opportunity to enjoy significant savings on popular brands such as Ninja, Vitamix, and Yeti. Those who are not yet Prime members can join or...
Amazon’s Planned Acquisition of iRobot Passed by UK’s CMA
The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority has given Amazon the clear to move forward with its acquisition of iRobot.
Amazon Debuts ‘Hey Disney’ Voice Assistant for Echo Devices
Disney has introduced "Hey Disney!", an Alexa companion available exclusively in the US, offering a plethora of Disney character-themed features. With this new 'magical' assistant, users can engage with stories, play games, check the weather, set timers, and more, all through interactions with beloved characters such as Mickey Mouse, Rocket and Groot, Dory, and C-3PO....
Amazon to Launch Ad-Supported Tier for Prime Video: Report
The e-commerce giant is reportedly in the early stages of planning to introduce an ad-supported tier for its Prime Video streaming service.
Amazon Canada Gives Free DoorDash Perk to Prime Members
Amazon Canada and DoorDash unveiled an exclusive new benefit for Prime members across the country today. Starting immediately, all new and existing Prime members can nab a one-year DashPass membership, entirely free of charge. This special offer, valued at $120, includes unlimited $0 delivery fees on eligible orders, 5% back in DoorDash credit on Pickup...
Amazon to Offer Free Mobile Service to US Prime Members: Bloomberg
Amazon has reportedly entered discussions with wireless carriers to provide low-cost or free nationwide mobile phone service to Prime subscribers.