The best cheap camera flashes
These low-cost, high-performance alternatives to name-brand flashes can save you money on otherwise expensive lighting gear.
Amazon, Instacart respond to worker backlash over COVID-19
Following strikes by workers at both companies earlier this week, Amazon and Instacart have brought in new measures to protect employees from the coronavirus.
Amazon to stream SXSW movies as part of free virtual film festival
South by Southwest (SXSW) has done a deal with Amazon Prime Video to stream movies that were slated to screen at the recently canceled arts festival. For free.
Digital Trends Live: Zoom’s privacy, Airbnb’s relief fund, Fitbit Charge 4
On this Digital Trends Live we discuss the top tech stories, including concern over Zoom’s data privacy, AirBnB’s relief fund, the iPhone 9, and more.
Nintendo Switch price gouging is rampant on Amazon
People wanting to buy a Nintendo Switch will have to pay an average of 52% higher than the normal retail price: Amazon is one of the few places left to buy one.
Lyft refers drivers to Amazon jobs as ridership demand dives
Lyft has linked up with Amazon to offer work to its drivers during the COVID-19 crisis. Ride numbers have plunged, while Amazon needs more help with deliveries.
Lawmakers says Amazon is failing to protect the health of its workers
U.S. lawmakers lead by Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Ilhan Omar have called on Amazon to do more to protects its workers from coronavirus.
The coronavirus crisis makes it clear: We’re not ready for an online-first world
With countries in lockdown, people are now increasingly relying on the internet for work and play, but this foray into an online-first world is not going well.
Alexa can now help assess whether you might have coronavirus
Amazon Alexa can now offer advice to users who are worried that they may have contracted coronavirus, officially called COVID-19.
More Amazon warehouse workers test positive for coronavirus
Amazon's complex shipping operation could experience difficulties as more reports emerge of workers at its warehouses testing positive for the coronavirus.
Marshall adds the compact Uxbridge Voice to its smart speaker lineup
Marshall has announced the newest addition to its smart speaker family, and it happens to be the smallest. The Uxbridge Voice will be available in early April.
Need something from Amazon? Here’s how shipping delays will affect your package
Amazon stopped receiving nonessential items at its U.S. and U.K. warehouses last week, and now people are seeing longer wait times for all kinds of products.
Supercomputer consortium to fight coronavirus with processing power
The fight against coronavirus is getting support from 16 supercomputers thanks to a consortium of agencies and companies including Amazon, Google, and NASA.
Amazon Prime Video offers streaming of new theatrical releases
Some movies are being released online for streaming while they are still in theaters through Amazon Prime Video's in-theater rental service.
Amazon raises overtime pay for warehouse workers, but holds back one benefit
Amazon warehouse workers who are paid an hourly wage will now receive double pay for working overtime over 40 hours per week.
New Audible service offers free audiobooks to children, teens stuck at home
Amazon's Audible rolled out a new service named Audible Stories, which offers free audiobooks in different categories and six languages to children and teens.
U.S. senators call on Amazon to do more to protect the health of its workers
Following a case of coronavirus in a U.S. Amazon warehouse, four senators have called on the company to do more to protect its workers from the outbreak.
Keep kids learning: Amazon discounts Fire 7 Kids Edition and Kindle Kids Edition
America's kids are stuck at home so Amazon discounted the Fire 7 Kids Edition and Kindle Kids Edition.
Got young kids? Get three months of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited for only $1
Amazon is offering families a $1 three-month family plan subscription for FreeTime Unlimited to help alleviate your kids' boredom while being stuck at home.
Amazon may delay shipping of Animal Crossing: New Horizon amid coronavirus
Amazon informed Animal Crossing: New Horizon pre-order customers that shipping of the game could be delayed in response to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Amazon confirms first case of coronavirus at a U.S. warehouse
Amazon has closed a delivery facility in New York City after a worker tested positive for COVID-19. It's the first known case at an Amazon warehouse in the U.S.
Coronavirus: Amazon suspends shipments of nonessential products to warehouses
To make room for high-demand items, Amazon will stop receiving nonessential products in its warehouses in the U.S. and U.K. amid the coronavirus pandemic
Amazon increases worker pay, ramps up hiring to cover COVID-19 needs
Amazon is upping its pay by $2 an hour in the U.S and hiring for 100,000 new full- and part-time positions across the country due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Amazon the latest firm asking staff to work from home — if possible
Amazon is the latest tech firm asking its global workforce to work from home where possible, part of measures designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Gates Foundation and Amazon could provide coronavirus home test kits in Seattle
Once the Gates-funded project launches, Seattle residents can fill out an online questionnaire to see if symptoms warrant an at-home coronavirus test kit.
Big Tech to discuss coronavirus action at White House meeting
Facebook, Google, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and Twitter will address ways the government can work with the tech industry to tackle the coronavirus outbreak.
Expect more cashier-free stores as Amazon starts selling its Go technology
Amazon is planning to license the technology that powers its cashier-free Go stores, with the company having already inked deals with several retailers.
Amazon’s same-day delivery service speeds up for some folks
Up to now, same-day delivery meant ordering before noon to get your stuff before 9 p.m. But folks in some cities will now get their items even more quickly.
Why India is the newest hotbed for tech experimentation
Tech giants have been actively trying to break into the Indian market with exclusive and experimental features that are designed for the local audience.
Amazon’s first employee thinks the company is scary-big
Amazon’s very first employee from 1994 said in an interview that he is scared of how big the company has become since he left and that it should be broken up.
Amazon’s Jeff Bezos commits $10 billion to fighting climate change
Jeff Bezos announced the formation of the Bezos Earth Fund and a $10 billion commitment to fight climate change, following his "climate pledge" for Amazon.
Facebook, Amazon, Google teaming up with WHO to stop coronavirus misinformation
Facebook, Amazon, and Google were among the tech companies in a meeting with the WHO that focused on stopping the spread of misinformation on the coronavirus.
Jeff Bezos buys $165 million Beverly Hills mansion in record-breaking deal
Jeff Bezos just paid $165 million for nine acres of property in Beverly Hills — it's the single most expensive property in Los Angeles.
Jeff Bezos sells $4 billion in Amazon stock, and no one knows why
Jeff Bezos has sold over $4 billion worth of Amazon shares, including more than $570 million worth just on Friday, February 7, but the reason remains a mystery.