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USA Today
2 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
The Amazon Appstore shuts down on Androids Aug. 20. Will you get a refund?
Amazon is set to shutter its Amazon Appstore on the Android operating system Wednesday, Aug. 20. The move, announced in February, shutters the mega-corporation's competitor to the Google Play store on Android devices. The company shut down the app store on Windows in 2024. The store will remain open on Fire TV and Fire Tablet devices. "We've decided to discontinue the Amazon Appstore on Android to focus our efforts on the Appstore experience on our own devices, as that's where the overwhelming majority of our customers currently engage with it," Amazon said in a statement to Android news outlet Android Police at the time. The Amazon Coins program will also close Aug. 20, meaning some people may see refunds. Here's what you need to about the Amazon Appstore closing on Andrioid. Will I get a refund from Amazon shutting down the Amazon app store on Android? App store customers with Amazon Coins remaining in their account will be refunded, according to the FAQ page on the shutdown. Information about refunds "will be shared at a later date," the page reads. Will apps from the Amazon app store continue to work? Apps purchased on the Amazon app store are not guaranteed to continue working after Aug. 20, according to the FAQ page. What are Amazon Coins? Amazon Coins were used to make purchases on certain apps and in the Amazon Appstore.
Daily Mirror
09-08-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
'Worth the money' Bose headphones get £100 price cut
The premium headphones have noise-cancelling, are comfortable to wear and have a long-lasting battery Bosch has long been known for its array of ever-evolving audio equipment and technology, whether it's headphones, speakers, sound systems or more. One of the latter's premium options has just seen a major £100 cut to its price on Amazon in a 35% price slash. Bose's QuietComfort SC Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones offer a cushioned, noise-cancelling listening experience to your favourite tunes or games. Providing the perfect escape from a world of distractions, these headphones have been reduced from £289.95 to £189.00. This major saving has been hailed as being 'well worth the money' by satisfied customers, with more than 2,100 reviews earning the product a 4.6 out of 5 rating. "I've never spent this amount of money on headphones before, they are fab and well worth the money" said one shopper. 'I tried Dr Hilary Jones-backed way of treating allergies and it worked' Hand in an old Fire Tablet and Amazon will cut 20% off model for the school holidays They continued their review by saying they 'wish they'd bought them sooner', going on to highlight the quality: "The sound is amazing, and you can set it to your liking using the phone app. "Very comfortable to use over-ear whilst also wearing my glasses. Folds up nicely into its own bag. The battery lasts a long time, and the headphones charge quickly." The QuietComfort SC provide up to 24 hours of battery life, ideal for long journeys or audiobook sessions. Another user said: "Best value for money earphones, and I chose these because of the quality and the price." She added to her five-star review: "They were on offer, they are comfortable to wear, and the noise cancelling is amazing. It blocks out background noise, and the battery life is long too. I haven't had to charge them since I've had them, although I haven't had a chance to wear them as often as I like." Other options, such as the Sony ULT WEAR over-ear wireless noise-cancelling headphones, can offer an extended battery life at a lesser price. The pair feature Alexa & Google Assistant. With a 30 hours of battery life they are now on sale for £99, so £90 less than the Bose QuietComfort pair. Bose's device boasts 2,118 reviews in total, including a three-star-rated analysis which praised the sound quality. However, some users noted issues over time with the frame. As one person said: "I bought these as a Xmas present for someone. He was very happy with the sound quality and especially the noise-cancelling. "However, three-and-a-half months later, the covering on the right earpad has come apart at the seams. The material is not leather. While this is comfortable and these headphones can be worn for a long time, there is a slight 'ear sweating' issue. "Also, the material is made out of two parts, and not stitched together, but either glued or heat-sealed. Plastic doesn't 'breathe' like leather, so there are holes cut into the back of the pads. These holes are again an obvious point of weakness in the design."
Cision Canada
29-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Sabio Announces Launch of Creator Television® on Amazon Fire TV Channels
TORONTO, July 29, 2025 /CNW/ -- Sabio Holdings (TSXV: SBIO) (OTCQB: SABOF) (the " Company" or " Sabio"), a Los Angeles-based ad-tech company specializing in helping top global brands reach, engage, and validate (R.E.V.) streaming TV audiences, today announced that its Creator Television ® (Creator TV) free ad-supported television (FAST) channel is now available on Amazon Fire TV Channels. Fire TV Channels, an ad-supported TV experience free to customers on all Fire TV, Fire Tablet, and Echo Show devices in the US, consolidates access to news, sports, music videos, lifestyle, and entertainment channels. Fire TV Channels provides live, on-demand, and short-form content, accessible on the Fire TV home screen and under the "Free" tab. "Fire TV Channels has built a distinctive experience that showcases high-quality content across many genres," said Joe Ochoa, Co-Founder and General Manager of Creator TV. "We are delighted to bring Creator TV's unique content to the Fire TV audience—and to attract young and diverse audiences to the Fire TV experience." Creator TV is the first creator-led streaming network and content studio dedicated to bringing the authenticity and energy of social media storytelling to TV. By collaborating with Creator TV, social media content creators can amplify their global presence, diversify their content monetization, and join a TV network, delivering a fresh, dynamic viewing experience. "Social media creators are the content innovators of our time, and their unique vision and approach will fuel the next wave of programming on TV," said Charlie Ibarra, Co-Founder and Head of Content at Creator TV. "Creator-led shows blend the authenticity and deep resonance of user-generated content with traditional TV narrative techniques, expanding the boundaries of storytelling and reshaping how audiences experience entertainment." Visit to learn more. About Sabio Sabio Holdings (TSXV: SBIO, OTCQB: SABOF) is a technology and services leader in the fast-growing ad-supported streaming space. Its cloud-based, end-to-end technology stack works with top blue-chip, global brands and the agencies that represent them to reach, engage, and validate (R.E.V.) streaming audiences. Sabio consists of a proprietary ad-serving technology platform that partners with the top ad-supported streaming platforms and apps in the world and App Science™, a non-cookie-based software as a service (SAAS) analytics and insights platform with AI natural language capabilities, and Creator Television® (Creator TV), the first creator-led streaming network and content studio dedicated to bringing the authenticity and energy of social media storytelling to TV. For more information, visit:
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Yahoo
Free Amazon Kids Settings You Should Change Before Giving Your Child a New Tablet
Use the Parent Dashboard to create and manage Amazon Kids profiles. Create profile: Settings > Profiles & Family Library > Add a child profile. Turn on parental controls: Settings > Profile and Parental Controls > Restrict access to current profile > to hand down your Amazon Fire tablet or gift an Amazon Fire Kids tablet to your little one? Make sure to review these free Amazon Kids settings and parental controls first. Before you give your child an Amazon Fire Kids tablet, set up Amazon Kids from the Parent Dashboard by creating a child profile. Visit the Parent Dashboard at Select New+ or Add / Create a Child profile. Enter your child's name > Add Child. To add an additional child profile, select the + (Plus) icon > Add Profile / Add a Child. Once you've created at least one child profile, you can manage the content your child can access, screen time limits, and purchase permissions, among other settings from the Parent Dashboard. Here's a look at some of the settings that could be most helpful: Set up screen time limits: Open your child's profile on the Parent Dashboard and select Set Up Screen Time > toggle on Daily Time Limits. Create a designated schedule according to content type—and including controlling daily allowed screen time totals. Prioritize educational content: From Daily Time Limits select Learn First > Add to designate the learning-first content you'd like to emphasize before everything else. Set age filters: Go to Settings > Adjust Age Filter and Theme to show only age-appropriate content to your child. Control store access: You can allow your child browsing access to the app store from Settings > Additional Content > Store. Though kids can browse with this setting on, they can only make download and purchase requests; you'll be notified of these requests so you can have the final say. Manage communication methods: To determine whether and with whom your child can contact via the Fire Tablet, visit Fire Tablet Settings > Manage Communications. You can also access these other controls directly from your child's Fire Tablet by opening the Grownups menu > Settings at the top-right corner of the device: Web browsing history Camera and gallery access Bluetooth connectivity Volume limits Profile switching permissions Another option is to turn on parental controls to add safeguards to an Amazon Fire tablet you already recommends turning on Parental Controls for children 13 and older. Otherwise, establishing a Child Profile is the route to take for younger down on your Fire Tablet to open Quick Settings > Settings. Tap Profile & Parental Controls. Go to Restrict access to current profile. Toggle this setting to On. Create and enter a Parental Control password. Confirm the password and select Finish. Once you've activated Parent Controls on your Fire tablet, you have the option to designate permissions for various apps, content, and communication settings, including: Wi-Fi connectivity Location services Camera use Web browser access Email Prime Video playback Content types, such as books or music Amazon Store or Amazon Shop purchasingYou might also want to limit lock screen ads and suggestions to reduce the chance that your child will see inappropriate content. Open Settings > Apps and Notifications > Amazon App Settings > and look for the Content Filtering and Home Screens Our 18 Favorite Free Learning Websites for Kids Read the original article on Lifewire
