Mashable is reporting from a verified source that Amazon Kindle Fire Pre-orders are up to 250,000 in just 5 days. Definitely an impressive mark. The Kindle Fire is set to release on November 15. A great cheap alternative to most tablets but definitely not a replacement for the iPad – Via Mashable
Amazon to offer the Kindle for $79. Take that Apple. Table info coming soon.
Kindle Touch – $99
Kindle Touch 3g – $149
Kindle Wifi – $79
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Amazon Prime users now get an added bonus. Steaming video for free. Currently only 5000 – Movies and TV Shows. For just 79 dollars a year this is a nice added bonus. Steam to your PC, Mac or internet connected device. (Amazon Prime
Today Amazon officially made its own Appstore for Google Android devices. Amazon recently said it would devote resources to developing kindle apps for android devices. Amazon said it will use its proven marketing and merchandising features to help make apps successful. Amazon will have the right set the prices for apps and they split the income with developers. You can sign up today for free, waiving the annual fee (99 dollars afterwards).
I think Amazon will eventually take a stab at creating an Android device.
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Amazon has Medal of Honor Pre-order for 60 dollar + you get a bonus 20 game credit. Excellent deal. Game credit can be use on a future purchase.