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Amazon Unveils New Fire TV Stick 4K, First 4K Ring Camera and More
Today, at a behind-closed-doors event in New York City, Amazon revealed a handful of new devices across its Fire TV series as well as Echo and Ring. Across its many verticals, Amazon is launching a total of 16 new devices. During the event, the company detailed its new 4K streaming device, the Fire TV Stick...
Amazon Trial Begins Today in Quebec Over Warehouse Closures
Amazon Canada will face Quebec’s Labour Tribunal starting Friday over the closure of seven warehouses that left 1,700 workers without jobs earlier this year. The CSN union, which represents the workers, is appealing Amazon’s decision and wants the company to pay employees one year’s salary. The union says the closures were an attempt to “eradicate”...
I Switched from Google Nest to Amazon Ring—Here’s My Review
For years, I trusted Google Nest for my home security setup. I had the Nest Cam Outdoor (first gen), and more recently, the Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd gen). The experience was fine, but not without frustrations. Then Google raised the price of Nest Aware again—jumping from $200 to $260 a year. That’s the second price...
Amazon’s October Prime Day Canada Starts Oct. 7—Early Deals Live
Amazon has announced that its Prime Big Deal Days 2025 event is back, and will run on October 7–10, bringing four days of deals (it's only two days in the USA) for Prime members in Canada. The sale kicks off at 12:01 a.m. PT on October 7, offering deals across categories like electronics, toys, home...
Amazon and Netflix Team Up on Ads in Canada and Beyond
Amazon and Netflix have struck a deal that will let advertisers buy Netflix ads through Amazon’s system. Starting later in 2025, companies using Amazon DSP (Amazon’s ad-buying tool) will be able to place ads directly on Netflix shows and movies. The partnership will cover big markets including Canada, the U.S., the U.K., France, Germany, Japan,...
Amazon to Reportedly Replace Fire OS with Android in Fire Tablet Revamp
Amazon is ready to shift Fire tablets to standard Android with a higher priced model next year under Project Kittyhawk to address app limitations.
Amazon Hits 100-Satellite Milestone After SpaceX Kuiper Launch
Amazon's Project Kuiper reaches 100 satellites after fourth launch aboard SpaceX Falcon 9 as it races to deliver global low-latency internet.
Amazon Shuts Down Wondery Podcast Studio, Lays Off Staff
Amazon is closing Wondery’s production studio laying off about 110 employees, while moving narrative shows to Audible under a new team.
Uppababy Vista V3 Stroller Now Available on Amazon Canada
If you always want the best tech, but you’re expecting your first or second little one soon, having a well-built and fashionable stroller is the next best thing when you’re flexing at the park and on your walks. UPPAbaby’s top-rated Vista V3 stroller is now available for purchase on Amazon Canada according to the company...
Amazon Canada Launches 2025 Back-to-School and University Deals
Amazon Canada has brought back its annual back-to-school and off-to-university shopping guides, offering deals on everything from twin bedding and school supplies to laptops and dorm room gear. The online retailer says it has discounts across key categories to help families and students get ready for the new school year. Items are available now on...
Amazon Web Services Debuts AI Agent Storefront at 2025 Summit
Amazon Web Services debuts new agentic AI marketplace with Anthropic, invests $30 B in AI infrastructure, and upgrades multi-agent tools at its 2025 Summit.
Competition Bureau Gets Court Order to Investigate Amazon Canada
Amazon is facing scrutiny from the Competition Bureau over the way it controls pricing on Amazon.ca. The announcement comes on the start of Prime Day, ironically. The watchdog announced today it has secured a court order to compel Amazon to hand over documents as part of an ongoing investigation into whether its practices may be...