Amazon stories - Page 18
Microsoft hunts down Apple in iPad Mini market
Mon, 22nd Apr 2013
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Microsoft gears up to challenge Apple's iPad Mini, revealing plans for new Windows-powered devices set to hit the market in the coming months.
Cloud cuts coup for Microsoft as it targets Amazon
Wed, 17th Apr 2013
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cloud services
Software giant cuts prices for hosting and processing online data in an attempt to knock Amazon.com from the top spot.
Ex-Microsoft GM building 'something secret' at Amazon
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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Charlie Kindel, ex-Microsoft GM, teases a 'secret' project at Amazon, sparking speculation on April Fools' Day. Fact or jest?.
All hail the subscription-based business model
Thu, 21st Feb 2013
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Vendors opt for subscription models, from Office to Amazon, ditching upfront payments for monthly dues, transforming business-client relationships.
Amazon heads Down Under with Sydney roles
Mon, 18th Feb 2013
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Amazon targets Australian and New Zealand growth, listing multiple cloud service roles in Sydney as part of a strategic expansion in the region.
Apple leads the market as tablet shipments soar
Fri, 1st Feb 2013
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iPad once again leads the way as worldwide tablet shipments outpaced predictions, hitting a record total of 52.5 million units.
Amazon unveils kid's Kindle in US
Thu, 6th Dec 2012
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kindle fire
Company introduces Kindle FreeTime Unlimited, a subscription service covering children's books, games, educational apps and videos.
Next year Nexus sales to hit 9.6 million
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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google
Google's Nexus sales forecast dipped to 9.6M for next year amid stiff competition, down from a lofty 14.6M, as it battles giants like Apple.
Tablets closing the gap on laptop market
Thu, 18th Oct 2012
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Tablets surge as they chase down laptops in sales, with forecasts predicting a nearly fourfold rise by 2016, GBI Research reports.
Apple invites spark iPad Mini mania
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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Apple set to reveal iPad Mini at California event next week, with 16 versions rumoured. Invites sent to media.
Apple to offer 16 iPad Mini versions?
Mon, 15th Oct 2012
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personal computing devices
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amazon
Media reports suggest tech giant will release four product versions including memory, colour and network options.
Kindle fails to catch fire
Fri, 12th Oct 2012
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kindle fire
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retail
Amazon's newest Kindle launch may burn cash rather than books, aiming for profits post-purchase in tough tech terrain.
Amazon turns up Apple heat with Kindle Fires
Fri, 7th Sep 2012
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Amazon challenges Apple with new Kindle Fires, launching four models including a high-resolution 8.9-inch version, reigniting the tablet wars.
Web hacker faces US extradition
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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hackers
Hacker Dimitry Olegovich Zubakha faces US extradition after Cyprus arrest for DDoS attacks on Amazon and eBay, risking 10 years in jail.
Amazon refunds disappointed Mass Effect 3 player
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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digital entertainment
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Amazon has issued a refund to a dissatisfied Mass Effect 3 player, as fans' backlash over the game’s ending continues to gain traction.
Amazon to challenge Siri
Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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apple
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amazon
Amazon makes a stealthy move, buying voice tech start-up Yap, potentially setting the stage to challenge Apple's Siri.
Google engineer's Google+ gaffe
Thu, 13th Oct 2011
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social media
Google engineer accidentally shares scathing critique of Google+ on the platform, calling it 'a pathetic afterthought'.
¼ million Kindle Fires ordered
Wed, 5th Oct 2011
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retail
Amazon's Kindle Fire ignites the market with 250,000 pre-orders in 5 days, challenging the iPad with basics at a lower price.
Amazon launches Kindle Fire
Thu, 29th Sep 2011
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Amazon's Kindle Fire challenges the iPad with a price tag under half that of its competitor, despite offering fewer features.
Amazon to launch tablet this week?
Tue, 27th Sep 2011
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apple
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Rumours say the device sports a 7-inch screen, runs Google’s Android operating system, and will retail for US$250.