Amazon is planning to launch a paid model of its Alexa smart AI voice assistant service, The Wall Street Journal reported. While the specifics are yet to be revealed, there already are reports of Amazon considering a $10 per month payment structure for what it claims to be a conversational GenAI service. Developed by a team led by Amazon Vice President Heather Zorn, the … [Read more...] about Amazon to Launch Conversational AI-Enabled Alexa Soon
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Amazon Plans to Take on Shein and Temu With New Budget Segment
Amazon is planning to introduce a new section on its site that will have cheap Chinese stuff for sale. Such products will ship internationally directly from warehouses in China and should reach buyers in the US within 9 to 11 days. This, experts believe, will help Amazon stave off competition from retailers like Temu and Shein that sell cheap Chinese products and ship almost … [Read more...] about Amazon Plans to Take on Shein and Temu With New Budget Segment
Amazon Working on ‘Metis’ Chatbot
Amazon is working on a new AI chatbot named Metic which would be rivalling OpenAI’s widely popular ChatGPT, Business Insider reported. Named after the Greek goddess of wisdom, Metis is powered by Amazon's advanced internal AI model called "Olympus," which again refers to Mount Olympus in Greek mythology. According to those familiar with the project, Metis is going to be a more … [Read more...] about Amazon Working on ‘Metis’ Chatbot
Amazon Prime Day will occur on July 16-17 – Save Big on Kindle e-Readers
I would wait to buy one if you are in the market for a new Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Basic or Fire Tablets. The best deals on e-readers are around the corner with Prime Day. This year's Prime Day will occur from July 16th to July 17th, 2024. Kindle devices are usually slashed by 30% or more, and the only other time these devices are massively discounted is Black … [Read more...] about Amazon Prime Day will occur on July 16-17 – Save Big on Kindle e-Readers
Amazon Alexa May Have Paid AI Features
Amazon Alexa is one of the oldest AI chatbots that we can think of. At one point, all we could imagine from an AI chatbot was limited to Alexa and Siri. But now, times have changed, the world is progressing, and so is technology. Despite having the first-mover advantage, Alexa and Siri couldn’t benefit from it. Well, Apple has taken some initiative and for Amazon, it is high … [Read more...] about Amazon Alexa May Have Paid AI Features
Amazon’s Original Book Business Still Thriving, Generates $16.9B in 10 Months in 2022
Amazon had started its journey selling books. That was in 1994 and the same seems to have witnessed a resurgence of sorts several decades down the line. What is interesting is that the company is also known the world over for its Kindle range of e-readers and has the Kindle Store that boasts a comprehensive collection of e-books spanning almost all genres that you may … [Read more...] about Amazon’s Original Book Business Still Thriving, Generates $16.9B in 10 Months in 2022
Amazon Reveals Best Books of 2024
Amazon has announced that the Amazon Books Editors have revealed the Best Books of the Year So Far, naming Percival Everett's novel, James, as the top choice. The Amazon Books Editors call it "a wildly entertaining and thought-provoking read that cements Percival Everett as one of the best modern-day writers." Other titles that rounded out the top five include The Women by … [Read more...] about Amazon Reveals Best Books of 2024
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet Now Selling For its Lowest Price in the UK
If you have been looking for a tablet device for your kids, now is the time. Amazon is offering the Fire HD 8 Kids tablet for just £79.99, which is the lowest it has ever been. The tablet also comes with heavy cladding to ensure they are able to survive some rough handling as well, as can be expected to some extent at least from its targeted clientele. In any case, Amazon is … [Read more...] about Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet Now Selling For its Lowest Price in the UK
Amazon Offering Three Months of Kindle Unlimited for Free
Amazon right now is running a three-months-of-free-Kindle-Unlimited-access offer. This should be like sweet honey for parched souls who live and die by books. Kindle Unlimited otherwise costs $11.99 per month which is also what Amazon would begin charging your account once the free trial offer comes to an end after three months. That said, you can always cancel your account if … [Read more...] about Amazon Offering Three Months of Kindle Unlimited for Free
Most Anticipated Book Sale Hosted By Amazon
Amazon is listening to our silent prayers to bring us a massive book sale. It's a fantastic opportunity to grab some summer reads with Amazon's extensive book sale, which will be ongoing by May 20. Many ebooks are available for just $1, while print books start at $5. These books encompass a wide range of genres, from classics to children's books to popular BookTok … [Read more...] about Most Anticipated Book Sale Hosted By Amazon
The Inaugural Amazon Book Sale Starts May 15th 2024
The Amazon Book Sale is here, just in time to indulge your inner bookworm with the summer vacation just days away. The sale starts May 15 and runs through May 20. During this period, there are going to be hefty discounts on e-books, print books, audiobooks, or even Kindle devices as well. Amazon said print books are going to be on sale for up to 50 percent off while Kindle … [Read more...] about The Inaugural Amazon Book Sale Starts May 15th 2024
Amazon is having a Book Sale that lasts six days
Amazon is celebrating the kickoff to summer reading with the new Amazon Book Sale, a shopping event starting May 15 through May 20, with deals on thousands of books, plus early offers customers can start shopping today such as deals on trending #BookTok books by Sarah J. Maas and popular book-to-screen titles like Red, White & Royal Blue. This sale only happens in the … [Read more...] about Amazon is having a Book Sale that lasts six days
Kindle Sales are going to be amazing for this years Amazon Prime Day
Amazon is hosting another Prime Day in July. You will find a copious number of deals for consumer electronics and almost everything else. Prime Day is one of those events with heavily discounted Amazon products, so if you have been on the fence about buying a Kindle e-reader, Kindle Scribe or a Fire tablet, these prices will be as low as humanly possible. Prime members … [Read more...] about Kindle Sales are going to be amazing for this years Amazon Prime Day
Kindle page turner button for hands-free page turning action now discounted
For many around the world, Kindle is the last word when it comes to having the best e-book reading experience. They are lightweight and compact, have excellent displays, and are feature-rich. Not to mention, they are backed by one of the largest e-book stores in the world. So far so good but there is still one thing that the Kindle lacks and which, if present, can make for a … [Read more...] about Kindle page turner button for hands-free page turning action now discounted