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Amazon 4-star is set to expand its footprint in 2020 to cover even more states and metro areas than ever before. The online giant first introduced its take on an old school bookstore a few years back, but we’ve not heard much on the topic since then. A recent update to Amazon 4-star’s landing page online notes that eleven new stores are slated to pop-up this year, marking the project’s biggest expansion to date. While Amazon is killing it online, it may not be as obvious why they continue to make a push with brick and mortar stores. Head below for a full look at this year’s plans for expansion, location details, and more.

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Having recently surpassed the 150 million subscriber milestone, Amazon Prime is becoming ubiquitous across households. While its largest selling point is same, next, and 2-day shipping, there are a plethora of other hidden gems in Prime. One that I have begun taking advantage of is Prime Wardrobe. After debuting as a beta back in 2017, Prime Wardrobe became available to all subscribers in mid-2018. This service lets you select up to 8 articles of clothing to have shipped your way, with no up-front costs. You only pay for what is kept. Continue reading to learn all the ins and outs of Prime Wardrobe.
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Amazon’s lineup of Alexa-laden Echo Show displays are already quite useful kitchen companions. Still, now the company is adding a key feature to double down on the devices’ ability to help out. Now making it easier than ever to manage your grocery shopping list, Alexa can now scan barcodes of your favorite foods and ingredients. Head below for all of the details on Amazon’s new Alexa barcode scanning feature.

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With Amazon having revealed its Q4 earnings, there is at least one very notable number worth diving into. The number being referred to here is just how many Amazon Prime memberships the company has sold. As of now, Amazon has surpassed the 150 million member mark, highlighting an increase of 50 million subscriptions in the last two years. Perhaps the juiciest bit of information here is that this last quarter offered the strongest level of growth that Amazon has seen to date. New and upgraded services bundled with the subscriptions are at least partially to thank for this boost.
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I don’t know about you, but I am all about making 2020 simpler than years past. While eliminating items can certainly lead to an easier life, there are some products that should not be given up. So for those things, arguably the next best solution is likely to let someone else do the heavy-lifting. Thankfully Amazon subscription boxes are here to save the day. Continue reading to see my top picks for 2020.
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As we just covered Gabrielle Union’s Amazon Store recently, Serena Williams also has joined the storefront with a new guide. The Serena Williams Amazon Storefront is full of workout and fitness gear to start your new year off right. Throughout her guide you can find items such as top tennis picks, nutritional snacks, fitness gear, and more. Head below the jump to find out our favorites from the Serena Williams Amazon Store.

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Late in 2019, Amazon launched its Music HD service, with a focus on high-resolution audio for $15 per month. September’s announcement came with it a library of 50-million songs available with a higher bitrate than its existing Unlimited music service. This move helped set Amazon apart of its natural competitors in Apple Music and Spotify while also leveraging its most valuable asset: existing Amazon shoppers.

If you’re new to Amazon Music HD, or just want to learn a bit more, you’ve come to the right place. Head below for a complete walkthrough, details on pricing, and learn how to score a 90-day trial.

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Amazon’s marketplace is filled with just about every item imaginable, from home goods to tech, groceries, and more. But one of its downfalls is the struggle to keep tabs on the millions of sellers lurking around the online giant’s storefront. A new report out this week details changes Amazon is making to help curb these counterfeit listings and protect consumers along the way. Head below for additional information and a few best practice tips from 9to5Toys to help keep yourself safe from questionable third-party sellers at Amazon.

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Now that the holiday shopping season is coming to an end, Amazon is ready to take a victory lap and highlight all of this year’s best-sellers alongside other stats from the past several weeks. Highlighted by an influx of new Prime members, in-house Alexa devices topping the charts, and more, Amazon has had one of its best shopping events yet. Head below for the full rundown on this year’s Black Friday festivities and beyond.

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Amazon currently offers the Arlo Ultra 4K Camera System bundled with a Video Doorbell for $439.99 shipped. Typically selling for $550, today’s offer is good for a 20% discount, marks one of the first discounts we’ve seen on Arlo’s recent Video Doorbell, and is a new all-time low. Headlined by 4K HDR recording, Arlo’s new security system lets you monitor a location with a 180-degree field of view and an outdoor-ready design. Other eye-catching inclusions here are enhanced night vision, an integrated spotlight, as well as auto zoom and tracking. Plus with the doorbell, you’ll be able to monitor activity at the front door such as package deliveries and the like. Rated 3.9/5 stars from 600 customers.

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Amazon has expanded its smart home ecosystem to cover everything from Alexa-enabled outlets to voice-activated microwaves. Roughly a year ago, the company unveiled a smart timepiece, and today is officially announcing a follow-up. In partnership with Disney, you’ll now be able to adorn your wall with a Mickey Mouse-themed version of Amazon’s Echo Wall Clock. Head below for a closer look.

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Amazon has rolled out its most extensive delivery and return program ever for 2019. With more pickup locations than ever before, Amazon is leaning on its Lockers at Whole Food locations while also introducing a total of 18,000 other physical storefronts, grocery stores, gas stations, and more to supplement its online operations. Just this morning, Amazon announced that it would be introducing dedicated product return locations around the United States, including Kohl’s, UPS, and various other retailers. We have all the details down below, so if you get stuck with a gift this year that’s just not right, there are plenty of options to retrieve some Amazon credit instead.

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I’ll admit it. The only reason I go to the grocery stores these days tend to be for, well, groceries. Everything else mostly falls into the online shopping bucket and Amazon is by far the majority winner of my spending. As you would expect, this trend continues throughout the holidays when shopping for gifts becomes common. With so many packages being delivered, it’s very easy for someone to open a box with a gift before they should and spoil the surprise. Thankfully, a bundle of new and existing Amazon delivery options are here to save the day. Continue reading to see what Amazon offers.
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Nearly three years after the first-generation model was announced, the new AirTV 2 set-top box for cordcutters is finally hitting the mainstream. With dual-band 802.11ac and deep Sling TV integration, AirTV 2 is set to make its mark amongst consumers that have ditched cable for a purely OTA setup. The second-generation model improves on its older brethren in a handful of different ways, most notably is a much-improved build that ditches the white plastic visuals for a more traditional consumer electronics approach. Read: slim black plastic. Head below for more details on the new AirTV 2 OTA streaming media player, including pricing and availability.

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With Christmas just over a week away, it’s getting to be crunch-time for finding meaningful gifts that will still arrive by December 25th. Amazon is coming to the rescue with a number of discounts on digital subscriptions and various subscription boxes. If you’re finding yourself running out of time, this is an easy way to still find a meaningful gift for someone on your list. Amazon has marked down subscription boxes covering just about every category, or you can go with a service like Amazon Music or Kindle Unlimited if your friends or family are into the Amazon ecosystem. Head below for all of our top picks.

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The Echo Wall Clock was a first of its kind, but today, Amazon teamed up with Citizen to launch a few higher-end models for those who want Alexa in an analog form. The Citizen Smart Clock, as it’s called, offers multiple timers that are configurable with voice commands through an Amazon Echo. Simply tell your Echo, “Alexa, set a timer for 8 minutes” and the countdown begins. However, that’s not where it ends.

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Guaranteed delivery shipping windows are beginning to close at Amazon but if you order in the coming days, you can still count on your gifts by Christmas. Amazon is known for its wide selection of products, but you may be less familiar with its artisan-driven storefront. If you’re still trying to knock-off some holiday shopping, it may be worth swinging by Amazon Handmade, which delivers crafted gifts for all ages. And with Prime delivery, Amazon is still guaranteeing that many products can make it to your doorstep by the big day. Head below for all of this year’s best Amazon Handmade gifts and more.

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Last year Amazon began selling fresh cut Christmas trees. Apparently it has proven to be a success with at least a couple of brands still live at the moment. In this post we’ll dive into which trees are still available for order and can still make it to your door before Christmas Day arrives with no saw or trip to the tree farm required.
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As it does each year, Amazon has announced Christmas Day shipping windows, detailing your last chance at guaranteed delivery by December 25th. With the advent of one-day delivery for Prime members across the United States, shoppers can order later than ever and still ensure that their gifts will be under the tree by Christmas. Additionally, Amazon is introducing two-hour delivery in more areas than ever before, rolling out various cities in time for delivery on December 24th. That’s on top of the rollout of various Amazon Locker locations over the last few months. Head below for a full look at Amazon holiday shipping windows and more.

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While Ring is well-known in the smart home security space thanks to its alarm system, floodlights, spotlights, doorbell, and indoor cameras, one area the company hasn’t yet ventured is to replaceable bulbs. Amazon bought Ring early last year and has since introduced several new products for home security. The latest FCC filing by Amazon under Ring, however, shows that the company might venture into an entirely new area.

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We’re not even to Black Friday yet, but Amazon is already talking about Cyber Monday. Today the online giant announced a preview of its Cyber Monday deals, promising a “special day when customers can find incredible deals in every department, all day long.” So basically, a typical day here at 9to5Toys. Amazon will be running back some of its most-anticipated deals from Black Friday on Echo speakers, Fire TV streamers, and more. But there will also be expansive markdowns on home theater audio and TVs, alongside deals on Google Pixel, Adobe software, and SanDisk storage. You can find the full details on this year’s Amazon Cyber Monday event down below.

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Anker’s annual Black Friday sale is now live over at Amazon with some of the year’s best prices on smartphone accessories, speakers, security cameras, and more. While we regularly feature Anker deals throughout the year, its Black Friday promotion marks a great time to pick up stocking stuffers for the techie in your life. If you (or someone you know) grabbed a new iPhone or Pixel device this year, the Anker Black Friday sale is the perfect opportunity to snag a few accessories. Free shipping is available for Prime members or in orders over $25. Hit the jump for all of our top picks.

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Amazon officially unveiled its Black Friday plans for 2019 on Monday, offering a glimpse into what first-party discounts will be available throughout the holiday shopping season. Nearly everything Amazon makes, from Echo speakers to Fire TV streamers, Kindles, smart home accessories, and more, will all be on sale next week. Amazon’s line of in-house products has grown rapidly over the last year, with several fresh faces joining the family during September’s event. As we look ahead to Black Friday, it’s time to dive into the best Amazon Black Friday deals and identify where you should be spending your money and where to pass. Our in-depth guide below will walk you through every product category in Amazon’s stable of products, highlighting the best Black Friday deals along the way.

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Today Amazon is expanding its stable of Alexa-enabled devices with the Fire TV Blaster, a new infrared controller that integrates into the company’s smart home ecosystem. Aimed at controlling home theater appliances that may lack built-in smart capabilities, it’ll be launching next month with a $35 price tag. Head below for a closer look.

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Amazon has officially announced its Black Friday plans for next week, detailing huge discounts on all of its in-house products, including Echo speakers, Fire TV streamers, smart home accessories, and more. As we mentioned a few weeks back, just about everything that Amazon sells will be marked down for Thanksgiving week. On top of first-party discounts, Amazon is also slated to slash prices on gaming consoles, smartphones, toys, fashion, and much more. If it’s on your list, chances are, Amazon is going to have it on sale. So hit the jump for full details on everything Amazon has coming for Black Friday 2019 this year.

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As it does each year, Amazon has announced its top books of the year in the lead up to Black Friday 2019. This time around, Margaret Atwood’s The Testaments leads the way alongside a host of newcomers and established authors. 2019’s list departs a bit from previous years, as you’ll find the top 100 offerings and then various top 20 selections for each genre. If you’re a bookworm, or have someone on your shopping list who is, combing through Amazon’s Best Books of 2019 is a great way to get a jumpstart on holiday shopping and more. Hit the jump for additional details on today’s announcement, some of our top picks, and more.

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Amazon recently released an update to Echo devices and the Alexa app that enables the ability to convert your smart speakers into a full home theater system. It’s quite simple and only requires you to have newer Amazon devices to do so. The only catch? This feature is limited to being used with Fire TV only, and can’t be used for general content. Keep reading to learn how to turn your Amazon Echo and Fire TV devices into a full home theater system.

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It’s well-known that Amazon and Walmart are in fierce competition. Despite this, there aren’t many times when Amazon seems to be the underdog. Some recent moves by the online retail giant reveal a growing level of heat between it and Walmart, specifically when it comes to groceries.

Examples of this include its decision to make Amazon Fresh free for Prime members, and now the official announcement of an upcoming grocery store that will be separate from Amazon Go and Whole Foods Market.
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After rolling out a host of gift guides and Black Friday previews, Amazon has now officially unwrapped this year’s Oprah’s Favorite Things. For 2019, you’ll find the usual selection of home goods, smart home accessories, books, and beauty products. Oprah has become a fixture around the holiday at Amazon in recent years, and 2019’s rendition looks to be the most expansive yet. So whoever you find yourself shopping for this year, there’s likely something on Oprah’s Favorite Things list to fit the bill. Head below for more including our top picks.

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If the rest of its Black Friday guides weren’t already enough to get the word out, Amazon is now releasing another toy book. But unlike we’ve seen with its other gift recommendations, the company is mixing things up with an entirely print catalog. Offering families a more novel way to shop for what’s hot and what’s not, you’ll want to head below for a closer look at the Amazon 2019 Toy Book.

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Amazon has now announced its Black Friday sale for Thanksgiving week, including notable discounts on Echo devices, Fire TV Stick, and more. Deals will kick-off on November 22nd and run through Black Friday delivering new all-time lows on a variety of its first-party products. This includes Fire tablets, Fire TV Stick, Blink cameras, and of course, Echo smart speakers. Hit the jump for a complete breakdown on pricing and more.

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Amazon has rolled out an impressive stable of holiday gift guides this year in the lead up to Black Friday 2019. If you’re someone who requires a bit more guidance when shopping for friends and family, Amazon has put together several guides, from tech to home goods, and more this year. The latest of which is Amazon’s White Elephant shopping list, which delivers gift ideas from under $10 up to $50. With office parties just around the corner, this is a great time to grab a few low-cost gifts and get yourself ready for those White Elephant exchanges. Hit the jump for more, including our top picks.

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Since November has officially rolled around, Amazon hasn’t wasted much time preparing shoppers for Black Friday and beyond. On top of this morning’s expanded shipping and pickup news, the online retailer has released its latest product catalog. While we’ve seen the usual collection of tech, home goods, and toy recommendations so far, Amazon’s latest gift guide is for gift givers who want to surprise loved ones on their list with something out of the ordinary. Head below for a closer look at all of the unique picks and more found in the Amazon Launchpad gift guide.

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Today, Amazon has announced that it will be offering free shipping once again throughout the holiday shopping season. This comes on the heels of Walmart, Best Buy, and Target, all shifting their shipping policies for Black Friday as well. Amazon is also expanding one-day and same-day delivery across the county as well on more than 10 million items. You can jump below for additional deals on today’s announcement or head over to our Black Friday guide for all of the latest news from this holiday season to date.

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Amazon’s Prime membership program is well-known amongst online shoppers for being one of the best ways to save at the online retailer. However, did you know that there are more ways you can cash in on savings at Amazon? Just by using your compatible credit card, or signing up for one of Amazon’s options, you can redeem redeem rewards, earn cash back, and enjoy interest-free purchases. Here are some of the best ways to save at Amazon through your favorite credit card.

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