Amazon: News

21 Sep 2021

Amazon Echo

Everything we're expecting from Amazon's event on September 28

E-commerce and tech major Amazon has announced that it is set to hold its annual hardware and services event on September 28 at 9:30 pm IST.

21 Sep 2021

Government of India

'Zero tolerance'; Government probing claims of Amazon lawyers bribing officials

The government is investigating allegations that Amazon's legal representatives bribed officials in India, clarifying that it has a "zero-tolerance" policy toward corruption.

21 Sep 2021

Android

Amazon India rolling out Hindi voice shopping experience on Android

Amazon Monday announced plans to roll out a voice-based shopping experience with support for Hindi in India in the coming weeks.

20 Sep 2021

Business

We have zero tolerance for corruption: Amazon on bribery allegations

Amid reports of Amazon probing bribery-related charges against some of its legal representatives in India, the US e-commerce giant on Monday said it takes allegations of improper actions seriously and investigates them fully to take appropriate action.

19 Sep 2021

Samsung

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy M31 available with Rs. 5,000 discount

If you're looking to buy a budget smartphone, here's the deal for you. Amazon is providing the Samsung Galaxy M31 handset with a discount of Rs. 5,000.

09 Sep 2021

Computer Science

Whole Foods to now feature Amazon's cashier-less checkout technology

Amazon earlier launched its cashier-less "Just Walk Out" technology at Amazon Go stores and larger Fresh supermarkets. Now, Amazon-owned Whole Foods in the US is set to equip its stores in two locations with the Just Walk Out technology.

Future-Reliance deal: SC stays Delhi HC proceedings on Amazon's plea

The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed all proceedings before the Delhi High Court in the Amazon-Future Group-Reliance dispute.

02 Sep 2021

Amazon India

Amazon brings Career Day virtual event to India this year

The world's leading e-commerce platform Amazon announced that it will host its first-ever Career Day in India on September 16 so that senior management and employees can share what makes Amazon an exciting workplace. A fireside chat with CEO Andy Jassy is also on the cards.

28 Aug 2021

Samsung

#DealOfTheDay: Discount worth Rs. 6,000 on Samsung Galaxy M42 smartphone

If you're looking to buy an affordable 5G smartphone, you could stop for this deal. Amazon is offering a discount of Rs. 6,000 on the Samsung Galaxy M42 handset.

26 Aug 2021

Samsung

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy Note20 available with Rs. 31,000 off

If you are looking to buy a premium smartphone without emptying your pockets, then this might be a good deal for you.

25 Aug 2021

OnePlus

OnePlus Nord 2 Go Green Woods variant's sale starts tomorrow

OnePlus Nord 2 5G's 'Go Green Woods' color variant will go on sale in India tomorrow i.e. August 26 at 12pm.

20 Aug 2021

Amitabh Bachchan

Have Alexa? Ask Amitabh Bachchan to tell you a joke!

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan's voice is something any Indian can recognize.

16 Aug 2021

Mumbai

'Kaali Peeli Tales' trailer: Six stories depicting life in Mumbai

Amazon miniTV has just dropped a trailer of an anthology movie, Kaali Peeli Tales, on YouTube.

15 Aug 2021

New Zealand

'The Lord of the Rings' series: What do we know?

Amazon's reply to HBO's Game of Thrones, The Lord of the Rings is one of the most-awaited shows.

15 Aug 2021

Samsung

Samsung S20 FE 5G available with benefits worth Rs. 27,000

If you are planning to buy a premium 5G smartphone without drying up your wallet, then this might be a good deal for you.

08 Aug 2021

OnePlus

#DealOfTheDay: OnePlus 9 5G is available with Rs. 4,000 off

If you're looking to buy a flagship smartphone under Rs. 50,000, this might be a good deal for you.

08 Aug 2021

Technology

Amazon offering $10 credit to customers for their palm print

Big Tech has been a forerunner at putting a price on your personal and biometric data. Recently, Amazon announced that it would give each customer $10 in promotional credit if they link their biometric palm scan to their Amazon account.

08 Aug 2021

Entertainment

Amazon Prime Video cancels 'Panic' after one season: Here's why

Amazon Prime Video's young adult drama, Panic, will not get any further seasons.

06 Aug 2021

Reliance Industries

Sensex ends 215 points lower as Reliance tumbles

Equity benchmark Sensex dropped 215 points on Friday, tracking losses in index heavyweights Reliance Industries, HDFC, and SBI after the Reserve Bank kept interest rates unchanged and maintained its accommodative stance.

Supreme Court rules in favor of Amazon in Future-Reliance case

The Supreme Court of India today ruled in favor of Amazon in the high-profile case involving the e-commerce giant and Reliance Industries over a business merger.

02 Aug 2021

Xiaomi

#DealOfTheDay: Mi 10T Pro available with benefits worth Rs. 13,500

If you are planning to buy a 5G-ready smartphone without denting the wallet, then this might be a good deal for you.

29 Jul 2021

Xiaomi

#DealOfTheDay: Discounts worth Rs. 10,000 on Mi 11X Pro 5G

If you are planning to buy a latest flagship smartphone at an affordable price, then this might be a great deal for you.

26 Jul 2021

Uttar Pradesh

Two men arrested for duping Amazon of lakhs: UP police

The Uttar Pradesh police has arrested two Haryana-based men who allegedly duped e-commerce giant Amazon of lakhs of rupees, officials said on Monday.

26 Jul 2021

Amazon Prime Video

Amazon 'Prime Day' sale: Top deals on smartphones

Amazon is gearing up to host its "Prime Day" sale in India with special discounts on a range of products, including smartphones.

26 Jul 2021

Technology

New job listing suggests Amazon could explore blockchain, cryptocurrency payments

Amazon doesn't accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment yet. However, its new job listing for a Digital Currency and Blockchain Product Lead confirms that the company is indeed exploring the possibility.

25 Jul 2021

Samsung

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy M42 is available with Rs. 6,000 discount

If you're planning to buy a 5G smartphone without hurting your wallet, this might be a good deal for you.

08 Jul 2021

Gujarat

Amazon's first digital center in India launched in Surat

Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Thursday virtually inaugurated a "Digital Kendra" of the e-commerce giant Amazon in Surat.

06 Jul 2021

Jeff Bezos

Amazon begins new chapter as Bezos hands over CEO role

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos stepped down as the CEO Monday as the multinational technology company navigates the challenges of a world fighting to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic.

02 Jul 2021

Latest Tech News

#DealOfTheDay: iQOO 7 Legend is available with Rs. 7,000 off

If you are planning to buy a flagship 5G smartphone without denting your wallet, then this might be a good deal for you.

20 Jun 2021

Amazon Alexa

Indian Alexa-enabled devices get free access to Audible's 'Sleep' selection

Amazon-owned online audiobook and podcast platform, Audible, is beginning to make its presence felt in the Indian subcontinent. The company has now introduced five audio series focused on sleep and relaxation to help people sleep better amid the pandemic.

19 Jun 2021

Xiaomi Mobiles

#DealOfTheDay: Mi 10 is available with benefits worth Rs. 16,000

If you are looking to buy a high-end smartphone without denting your wallet then this might be a good deal for you. Amazon is offering a Rs. 5,000 instant discount on Xiaomi's Mi 10 smartphone.

11 Jun 2021

Hollywood

'The Lord of the Rings' anime movie is officially happening

The Lord of the Rings (LOTR) is among the most successful franchises in cinema history and deservedly so.

04 Jun 2021

Samsung Mobiles

DealOfTheDay: Samsung's S20 FE 5G gets discounts worth Rs. 34,000

Looking to buy a premium 5G smartphone without causing a dent in your pockets? Well, this might be a good deal for you.

01 Jun 2021

Amazon Alexa

Amazon will soon share your internet with neighbors (US only)

If you use Alexa or Echo devices, Amazon's newest experiment gives you a week to opt-out before the e-commerce giant hands a slice of your network bandwidth to your neighborhood.

01 Jun 2021

X

NewsBytes Briefing: Amazon will set your Wi-Fi free, and more

Not long after nipping the workers' union in the bud, Jeff Bezos and company want to share your means of internet connectivity. You have 10 days to opt out of Amazon's Sidewalk program if you own an Alexa, Echo, or other Amazon devices.

28 May 2021

Instagram

NewsBytes Briefing: Wuhan lab-leak hypothesis no longer thought-crime, and more

Mainstream media, so-called fact checkers, and Big Tech censors have a busy weekend of stealth editing incriminating content and revising their algorithmic ban hammers ahead of them.

27 May 2021

No Time To Die

Amazon-MGM deal: 'No Time To Die' to release in October

The news of Amazon buying MGM Studios for $8.45bn is dominating the world of entertainment and business today.

27 May 2021

Business

Amazon's Hollywood push: Will acquire MGM Studios for $8.45 billion

Shortly after launching miniTV, Amazon has struck a deal with Hollywood studio MGM Holdings to buy out the latter for $8.45 billion. The deal includes selling the rights for popular franchises such as James Bond and Shark Tank to Amazon.

27 May 2021

Jeff Bezos

Bezos will step down as Amazon CEO on July 5

Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos has picked a date to step down as CEO.

27 May 2021

James Bond

Amazon to buy movie and TV studio MGM

Online shopping giant Amazon is buying MGM, the movie and TV studio behind James Bond, Legally Blonde, and Shark Tank, with the hopes of filling its video streaming service with more stuff to watch.