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Sam Ash Closes Stores as Hobbyist Shoppers Turn to Amazon
- Sam Ash Music Store has announced the closure of all its locations, following reports of store closures earlier this year.
- Music retailers, including Sam Ash, have been struggling due to the digital shift in retail and increasing competition from online retailers like Amazon.
- Amazon has gained market share in music-related products, capturing 34% of total consumer spending in the category.
- Traditional music stores find it challenging to compete with online retailers in terms of pricing, inventory selection, and operational costs.
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Amazon’s robot workforce more than doubles in three years
- Amazon has significantly increased the number of robots working in its fulfilment centers, with the US tech and e-commerce giant also claiming to be the world’s largest manufacturer of industrial robots.
- Robot numbers have spiked from 350,000 in 2021 to 750,000 by the middle of 2023.
- Amazon deploys various robots including robotic arms, Robin and Sparrow, which assist in scanning and sorting packages for dispatch.
- The company's robots increase productivity, reduce strain on employees, and have led to a decline in incident rates at robotic sites.
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Lost Ark appeases Echidna fans and sets server merges for June 5 – but not for NA West
- Amazon's dev blog for Lost Ark generates cheers from players due to the decision to use the name Echidna for the main boss of the Kazeros raid, as requested by the community.
- Server merges for Lost Ark are planned for June 5, but only for the North America East and South America servers. Merges for NA West have been delayed due to issues identified during testing.
- The plan is to merge South America into NA East on June 5 and continue investigating options to merge NA West in a way that provides the best player experience.
- More details on the region merge policy and expectations for players will be shared next week.
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The best action movies on Amazon Prime right now
- Prime Video’s remake of Road House, Payback, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and The Covenant are some of the best action movies available on Amazon Prime Video right now.
- Other popular options include Top Gun: Maverick, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, and The Tomorrow War.
- There are plenty of new and classic action movies to choose from on Amazon Prime Video and we suggest checking out the full list.
- The action lineup can be a little erratic on Prime Video, especially when even flicks like the latest James Bond movie, No To Time Die, don’t stick around for long.
- If you’ve already burned through the Amazon Prime catalog, you can check out the best action movies on Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu.
- Payback said “get ready to root for the bad guy.” It’s not so hard when the bad guy is going up against people who are even worse than he is.
- Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon brought martial arts action films even more into the mainstream than ever before.
- Fast X, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, and The Boondock Saints are also some other options for action movie fans.
- The Tomorrow War is a modern action movie which shows how a conflict in the future can be a problem that the modern world can’t ignore.
- Don’t let the low Rotten Tomatoes score fool you, Boondock Saints is a cult classic action flick that has been embraced by fans for over two decades.
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Amazon to invest nearly $9 bln to grow cloud infra Amazon's Massive Cloud Infrastructure Investment in Singapore
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) plans to invest S$12 billion over four years to expand its cloud computing infrastructure in Singapore.
- This investment aims to meet the increasing demand for cloud services in Southeast Asia and strengthen Singapore's position as a regional innovation hub.
- AWS will collaborate with the Singapore government, public sector organizations, and enterprises to drive technological innovation and digital transformation.
- Southeast Asia's tech potential, with its young and tech-savvy population, attracts investments from global tech giants, stimulating economic growth and positioning the region as a key player in the global tech landscape.
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TechCrunch Minute: Audible deploys AI-narrated audiobooks. Can it replace the human touch?
- Audible is making it easy for authors to generate AI-narrated audiobooks.
- There is concern that AI may replace human narrators and squeeze out creatives in the audiobook industry.
- The affordability of AI may make it more financially reasonable for middle-tier narrators and authors to use AI for audiobook creation.
- The market demand for AI-read titles will ultimately determine the future of AI in audiobooks.
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How to start make money on Amazon with your smart phone step by step
- Joining Amazon and making money online is achievable with dedication and following strategies.
- You can start earning within two weeks of joining Amazon.
- To make money on Amazon, you can join the Amazon Affiliate Program or set up your own Amazon Seller Account.
- Effective product research, product sourcing, and optimizing listings are key for success.
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Here’s how an Echo Show smart display takes Alexa to the next level
- Amazon's Echo Show smart displays take Alexa to the next level.
- The Echo Show combines the functionality of an Echo smart speaker with a visual display.
- With the Echo Show, users can ask Alexa to show videos, recipes, articles, and more.
- Currently, the Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8 models are on sale at discounted prices.
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Amazon Launched a New Online Shopping Service in South Africa
- Amazon has launched Amazon.co.za, a new online shopping service in South Africa.
- Customers can shop from a selection of local and international brands across 20 different product categories.
- The service offers same-day and next-day delivery, hassle-free returns, and 24/7 customer support.
- Amazon has partnered with goGOGOgo, a South African non-profit organization, to support underprivileged communities.
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Amazon To Invest More $9 Billion For Cloud Infrastructure In Singapore
- Amazon Web Services announced plans to invest an additional $9 billion in expanding its cloud infrastructure in Singapore over the next five years.
- Since its initial investment in Singapore in 2010, AWS has invested over SG$11 billion in the country's cloud ecosystem.
- AWS has taught over 400,000 Singaporeans cloud computing skills and plans to continue investing in upskilling and enhancing productivity in the nation.
- The increased demand for cloud computing services and data centres, driven by the AI boom, has led to the expansion of AWS in Southeast Asia.
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Medium
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Did you know this? Amazon’s Digital Realm: Beyond Shopping
- IMDb and DPReview are part of Amazon's digital realm, bringing movie and photography content to Amazon Prime users.
- Amazon's original name was relentless.com, reflecting its determination to please customers.
- In November 2010, Amazon acquired Diapers.com, but later shut it down in 2017.
- Amazon's digital empire extends beyond shopping, encompassing movies, photography, and more.
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Build your first app for the Amazon Appstore with three simple (and very cute) pointers
- To build an app for Fire tablets, this tutorial uses Google Jetpack Compose to design and implement layouts that adjust themselves to render content across a variety of sizes and device orientations.
- The example features a single code base that can be used on Android and the Amazon Appstore.
- Developers can check if the app uses Google Play Service and/or Amazon Appstore.
- To display an app's status, images can be added. The tutorial makes use of pet photos to indicate whether Google Play Service is available and/or if the app was installed from the Amazon Appstore.
- Calculating the window size class can determine whether the device is on landscape or portrait mode. Based on the result, the image and text can be placed accordingly.
- This tutorial provides a basic understanding to check the app status and implementing designs for Fire tablets.
- Developers can easily build and test their apps using the sample code and running it either on emulator or on their own Fire tablet.
- For further learning, developers can check out other tutorials for building next-level Fire TV tablets, and growing business on the Amazon Appstore.
- Stay tuned for the second tutorial for building a Fire TV app with the author's second pug, TOMO!
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Top 5 Best Wireless Charger For iPhone 2024 | Wireless Charger
- Enjoy Qi Wireless Charger, Charging Pad, YOXINTA, Phone Charging Station, lightning-fast wireless charging with our Fast Wireless Charging Station.
- Designed with portability in mind, this foldable travel charger stand is lightweight and compact, making it perfect for home, office, or travel use.
- Safety is paramount with our Safe Wireless Charging Dock, featuring dual-coil design for a wider charging area and comprehensive protection mechanisms against over-current, over-voltage, over-temperature, and foreign object detection.
- Compatible with phone protective cases up to 2.5mm thick, this wireless charger stand simplifies your life space while serving as a perfect gift for your loved ones.
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Open-World Tomb Raider Game Rumored to be in Development
- A new Tomb Raider game may be in the works, set in India and featuring a vast open world.
- According to a reliable Twitter source, the game will include a motorcycle, parachute, and unrestricted navigational methods.
- The release of the game is expected in less than a year, but it is subject to change.
- Fans should approach this rumor with skepticism, but recent indications point towards an upcoming Tomb Raider game.
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Finally, Cal Kestis From Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Is Getting A Lego Minifig
- Cal Kestis, the main character from Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and its sequel Jedi: Survivor, is getting his own Lego minifig
- After two years, Cal Kestis is finally getting his Lego minifig based on his appearance in the first game
- The minifig of Cal Kestis will be included in the upcoming Lego set, 75394 - Imperial Star Destroyer
- The Star Destroyer set will launch on August 1 and cost $170, and it includes minifigs of Darth Vader and other imperials
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