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Amazon Kindle Fire not coming in $99 version

By Brian Sin
on 20 Mar, 2013

There have been rumors circulating the internet this morning about a potential $99 Amazon Kindle Fire. While that would have been an amazing feat for Amazon to pull off, unfortunately those rumors have been debunked. Amazon has even stated in the past that it does not generate any profit when it sells a Kindle Fire tablet, so it's highly unlikely that the company would be able to sell the tablet at half the price (yet).

Amazon “Send to Kindle” button brings the desktop to your Kindle

By Brian Sin
on 20 Mar, 2013

Amazon's "Send to Kindle" button has become official. It's similar to the "Chrome-to-Phone" app where you can send any website page you're viewing straight to your Kindle device. The button is available on many platforms, including Chrome, Firefox, email, desktop, or even your Android device. Yes, you can send content from your Android device straight to your Kindle Fire, be it a webpage you want to view on a bigger screen, or a document you keep on your mobile.

Amazon drops Kindle Fire HD 8.9 pricing, also launches in Europe and Japan

By Robert Nelson
on 13 Mar, 2013

It looks like Amazon has a bit of good news for those who had been considering, but have yet to follow through on the purchase of a Kindle Fire HD 8.9. Basically, Amazon has announced some additional availability and also lowered the pricing. The tablet is now available in Japan as well as for those in the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. Perhaps key for those here in the US though, the price cut.

Amazon Kindle smartphone coming in June as rumors fire back up

By Cory Gunther
on 11 Mar, 2013

With new rumors floating around the Facebook will be attempting to make another Facebook phone, we're now seeing a few reports surface about the often-rumored Amazon Kindle smartphone. Apparently the phone is real, coming soon, but facing some delays and won't be here as soon as Amazon was hoping. The release date was scheduled for Q2 of this year, but a few issues will see the handset delayed until further notice.

Amazon joined by Apple in support of reselling digital content

By Robert Nelson
on 8 Mar, 2013

Back in early-February we learned of an Amazon patent that would allow for the re-sale of digital goods. Specifically, the Amazon patent filing was calling for an “electronic marketplace for used digital objects.” Of course, those objects could be anything from audio and video to ebooks and maybe even apps. The key here, it now looks like this idea has gotten some additional support. Not necessarily direct support for Amazon, however support for the idea as a whole.

Google aiming at Amazon Prime with their own same-day shipping service

By Cory Gunther
on 6 Mar, 2013

New reports have surfaced supposedly from an inside source at Google, confirming the company is preparing to launch their own Amazon Prime or eBay same-day shipping service. My first thought was, "have you seen those Google Play Store shipping times?" but this is something completely different. It's to be called Google Shopping Express and should battle the competition.

Amazon’s Jeff Bezos tops Google chiefs on Forbes Top 20 billionaires

By Cory Gunther
on 4 Mar, 2013

Back in October of last year Google passed Microsoft to become the second most valuable tech company in the world, and their stock has been soaring quite high the past few months. However, Amazon's own Jeff Bezos and Amazon have been doing quite well too, and now their CEO is doing just fine in the billionaire club.

Amazon patent filing suggests used eBook sales are coming

By Robert Nelson
on 8 Feb, 2013

A recent Amazon patent filing suggests that the company is working on a method that will allow you to sell your used ebook. And while that may seem a bit silly to use the term used in reference to something digital, this could have some perks for those who tend to read a book only once. The catch here, this is simply a patent approval and Amazon has yet to actually announce anything.

Samsung dominating Android with 8 of the current top 10 devices

By Robert Nelson
on 7 Feb, 2013

While this may be a somewhat obvious statement for some, it seems Samsung is currently dominating in terms of Android devices being used. In fact, based on a recent report from Localytics, Samsung currently holds eight out of the top ten devices currently in use. Taking that a step further and this report also goes to show the success of the Galaxy Note -- a device that many felt was a bit on the large side for everyday use.

Amazon Coins announced as a virtual currency for Kindle Fire users

By Robert Nelson
on 5 Feb, 2013

Amazon has officially announced the upcoming availability of another virtual currency, Amazon Coins. These are set to arrive in May and will be available for those using a Kindle Fire. The coins will allow Kindle Fire users to purchase virtual items such as apps and games. The Amazon Coins will also be available to use towards in-app purchases.