Amazon's new and improved version of Alexa is called Alexa+. The next-generation upgrade is more conversational, can execute complex tasks, and is more personalized. While the rollout starts next month on select Echo Show devices, Amazon claims it will eventually be available on every Alexa-powered device the company has shipped. It will cost $20 monthly but is free for Amazon … [Read more...] about Amazon Alexa+ will cost $19.99 per month
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Amazon is having a big event tomorrow
Amazon might have quietly discontinued its File Transfer system for e-books tomorrow, but something else is occurring on the same day: a hardware event. Amazon is holding a "devices and services" showcase on February 26th in New York. They will not be streaming the event live. Instead, they will likely announce a new version of Alexa powered by AI. The company will likely … [Read more...] about Amazon is having a big event tomorrow
Amazon App Store for Android is Shutting Down
Amazon has announced that they are shutting down their App Store for Android. This will occur on August 20th, 2025. The company sent a notice to developers indicating that they will no longer be able to submit new apps to the store. The company is also shuttering its Amazon Coins program. The Amazon App Store launched in March 2011 with just over 4,000 apps. It was preloaded … [Read more...] about Amazon App Store for Android is Shutting Down
Amazon makes it clear that Kindle Books are Licensed and not Owned
Amazon has revised the text when purchasing a Kindle e-book on its online store. You do not own the book you bought but are licensing it. It used to say "By clicking on above button, you agree to Amazon's Kindle Store Terms of Use." However, the text in the USA has been changed to "By placing your order, you're purchasing a license to the content and agree to the Kindle Store … [Read more...] about Amazon makes it clear that Kindle Books are Licensed and not Owned
How will Amazon’s Quebec Exit affect Books and E-Readers?
Amazon shutting down all of its Quebec warehouses isn’t just about job losses—it’s also a big deal for book lovers, especially those who read in French. Amazon has been a major distributor of books in Quebec and things are about to changeand with its departure. What Happens to French Books Now? Many Quebecers rely on Amazon for quick access to books- particularly … [Read more...] about How will Amazon’s Quebec Exit affect Books and E-Readers?
The Gloves Are Off: Amazon’s Quebec Layoffs Spark Backlash
Amazon’s recent decision to shut down all seven of its Quebec warehouses, laying off more than 1,900 workers, is more than just another round of corporate restructuring—it’s a flashpoint in the ongoing battle between multinational corporations and labor unions. The Confédération des syndicats nationaux (CSN), representing the affected workers, has wasted no time launching legal … [Read more...] about The Gloves Are Off: Amazon’s Quebec Layoffs Spark Backlash
Amazon is not to be trusted anymore with their Kindle e-reader
Amazon has a long and storied history of discontinuing services that people use. Last October, the company announced that in February 2025, they were shuttering Kindle Vella, their serialized stories platform. Last year the company killed off Kindle Flash Cards Now, Amazon has announced they are killing off USB File Transfers for all Kindle Books. Amazon is pulling a Google, … [Read more...] about Amazon is not to be trusted anymore with their Kindle e-reader
Amazon Kindle Sales have never been stronger
Amazon has just released their Q4 2024 earnings report for the last three months of 2024. What is very interesting is that they mentioned Kindle e-reader sales. They said they had the the biggest Q4 for Kindle device sales in over a decade, with a new lineup of Kindles driving a 30% year-over-year increase in devices sold. The Kindle e-readers were released around October … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Sales have never been stronger
Amazon is having a hardware event on February 26th
Amazon is having a hardware event on February 26th, 2025. The lead of its devices and services team is Panos Panay, who will spearhead all the product unveiling. Reuters suggests that Amazon will release the new Alexa generative artificial intelligence voice service, said three people familiar with the matter. The company will likely release new Alexa smart speakers with all … [Read more...] about Amazon is having a hardware event on February 26th
Amazon Ranks 3rd in Fortune’s Most Admired Companies
Amazon has been ranked third in the Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list for 2025. This also makes it the 9th consecutive year that Amazon has been featured among the top three companies on the coveted list. Fortune considers several parameters - nine, specifically - and surveys the top executives and other officials before finalizing the list of … [Read more...] about Amazon Ranks 3rd in Fortune’s Most Admired Companies