[ad_1] Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority I wouldn’t be exaggerating if I said Amazon’s Kindle lineup has been fundamental to the e-reader category taking off. While there are many more alternatives now, in a variety of convenient sizes, Kindle still remains the default choice for many people. While familiarity is one reason, the other is the interface designed …
[ad_1] Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR A class action lawsuit accuses Amazon of effectively bricking first- and second-generation Fire TV Stick streaming hardware. The plaintiff alleges that Amazon never warned that functionality would be reduced before support was cut off. Instead of offering compensation to owners, Amazon reportedly encouraged them to upgrade to new …
[ad_1] TL;DR The new Fire TV Stick HD is the second Amazon streaming stick to launch with Vega OS. Some customers looking to buy the device are being warned that they won’t be able to sideload apps. Amazon has also announced that it will continue to support a majority of Fire TV streaming sticks and …
[ad_1] Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR The Kindle Scribe line now supports smart shapes, turning rough sketches into clean diagrams. The feature is part of the most recent firmware update, but wasn’t detailed in Amazon’s release notes. Smart shapes are rolling out gradually, with only some users seeing them so far. Kindle Scribe users …
[ad_1] TL;DR Amazon says the latest Fire TV Stick HD can reliably be powered via TV USB ports, eliminating the need for a wall adapter. Many other small streaming devices draw more power than most TVs can supply. The 1080p dongle costs $35 and will be available for pre-order starting today. Amazon’s got a new …
[ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Amazon has announced plans to merge its Amazon LEO satellite service with Globalstar to bring direct-to-device satellite services to mobile devices. Amazon LEO is expected to begin limited LEO internet access this year, though its D2D services aren’t expected until 2028. Amazon has a long way to go …
[ad_1] C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Amazon Luna is dropping game purchases, third-party stores, and Luna-sold Ubisoft Plus and Jackbox subscriptions today. Previously purchased and Bring Your Own Library games stay playable on Luna until June 10. Amazon says it is simplifying Luna, but affected players are clearly losing options. The obvious trust …
