Apple Music integration on Amazon Echo speakers finally goes live

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After announcing Apple Music support on Amazon Echo speakers, the update is now rolling out in the US through the Alexa app on iOS and Android a few days ahead of schedule. You can now connect your Apple Music account with Echo speakers through the Alexa app and use Apple’s music streaming service with Alexa voice control. Continue reading “Apple Music integration on Amazon Echo speakers finally goes live”

Amazon Echo speakers finally get support for Apple Music

Apple Music support is finally coming to Amazon’s Echo speakers and this will enable Apple Music subscribers to play Apple Music’s 50 million songs on Echo devices. Customers will be able to ask Alexa to play their favorite songs, artists, and albums—or any of the playlists made by Apple Music’s editors from around the world. Continue reading “Amazon Echo speakers finally get support for Apple Music”

Skype calling rolling out to Amazon Alexa devices

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Skype has announced that Skype calling will be available on Amazon Alexa devices. With Skype on your Alexa-enabled device, you can connect hands-free with family and friends around the world just by saying, “Alexa, call Mom on Skype.” Continue reading “Skype calling rolling out to Amazon Alexa devices”

Amazon inks deal with Apple to sell iPhones and iPads in India and other markets

Amazon has signed a deal with Apple to expand the company’s products on its site worldwide. Amazon confirmed that it will soon start selling more Apple products directly and this will also include the latest iPad Pro, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and Apple Watch Series 4, as well as Apple’s lineup of Beats headphones. The Amazon-Apple deal is available in US, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, and India. Continue reading “Amazon inks deal with Apple to sell iPhones and iPads in India and other markets”

Amazon Alexa now available on Microsoft Store for Windows 10 PCs

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Amazon has released its Alexa app for Windows 10, while it was available for selected Windows laptops, today marks the official launch of the app in the Microsoft Store. You can download and install the app on any Windows 10 PC with no specifications requirements.  Continue reading “Amazon Alexa now available on Microsoft Store for Windows 10 PCs”

Amazon Audible audio book service launched in India

Amazon has finally launched its Audible service in India. This lets you listen to your favourite books using the Audible app. The company says that it has over 200,000 audiobooks narrated by  performers across several genres. The company says that the service is currently in beta and it is still adding more new and exciting Indian and international audiobooks every day.

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Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Generation) Review

Alongside the all new 2018 edition Echo Plus, Amazon also announced a new Echo Dot recently. The 3rd generation Echo Dot makes improvements in design and audio while retaining the same basic formula. Let’s take a closer look at it. Continue reading “Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Generation) Review”

Amazon Echo Plus (2018) Review

With the launch of the all-new Amazon Echo Plus, the company appears to have taken consumer feedback seriously and has made some very tangible changes to the hardware. From improved acoustics to design and more, there’s a lot going for the Amazon Echo Plus 2018 Edition. But how does it compare to competitors like the Google Home? Let’s find out in our review. Continue reading “Amazon Echo Plus (2018) Review”

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: Best deals on smartphones, Laptops, LED TVs and more

Amazon today started its third Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale for the festive season, after two successful sales. It is offering deals on smartphones, laptops, headphones, LED TVs, speakers and more.

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Amazon opens up ‘Alexa for Business’ to third-party devices

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) back in 2017 announced Alexa for Business, giving companies the ability to build custom and scalable voice experiences with Alexa. The company now announced that device makers building with the Alexa Voice Service can now create fully integrated solutions, so their products can be registered with Alexa for Business and managed as shared devices in organizations. Continue reading “Amazon opens up ‘Alexa for Business’ to third-party devices”

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2018: Best deals on smartphones, accessories, LED TVs and more

Amazon today started its second Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale for the month, as it had promised after the successful sale earlier this month. It is offering deals on smartphones, laptops, headphones, TVs, speakers and more.

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iBall Breathe-M Bluetooth headset, Vood and boAt Stone 700A smart speaker, MyBox TV set top box with Alexa announced in India

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Four Indian brands; iBall, Sirena Technologies, boAt, and MyBox have announced products with Alexa built-in. These brand new products will enable users to ask questions, play music, control smart home devices, and more – hands-free. These four devices include Breathe-M, Vood, and boAt Stone 700A shockproof, waterproof smart speaker. Continue reading “iBall Breathe-M Bluetooth headset, Vood and boAt Stone 700A smart speaker, MyBox TV set top box with Alexa announced in India”

Flipkart Festive Dhamaka Days Sale and Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale scheduled from October 24

After the successful Flipkart Big Billion Days sale and Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale last week, Flipkart has announced Festive Dhamaka Days Sale from October 24th to 27th and the Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale is scheduled from October 24th to 28th. Continue reading “Flipkart Festive Dhamaka Days Sale and Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale scheduled from October 24”

Amazon Alexa Whisper Mode now rolling to Echo devices

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Amazon’s Alexa is getting a new Whisper mode feature which is rolling to users in the USA and works in U.S English language. As the name suggests, it is particularly useful during bedtime or nighttime scenarios, when you want to keep the room as quiet as possible.  Continue reading “Amazon Alexa Whisper Mode now rolling to Echo devices”

Amazon launches new Kindle Paperwhite with Waterproof body in India starting at Rs. 12999

Amazon just launched New Kindle Paperwhite e-reader with a waterproof body with IPX8 ratings to protect against immersion in up to two metres of fresh water for up to 60 minutes, similar to the Kindle Oasis (2017). It has the same 6-inch touch screen at 300 PPI pixel density, but this has a 8.18mm slim body and weighs 182 grams, making it the thinnest and lightest Kindle Paperwhite yet. Continue reading “Amazon launches new Kindle Paperwhite with Waterproof body in India starting at Rs. 12999”