Saturday
May082021

Reports claim Netflix might introduce 'N-Plus' service

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A recent report claims Netflix is looking into introducing an N-Plus service. The company is reportedly surveying some users for the service that might have custom playlists for TV shows, behind-the-scenes look, and podcasts.

N-Plus would be an "online space where you can learn more about the Netflix shows and things related to them." 

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Saturday
May082021

Google's tablet-based Entertainment Space draws inspiration from Android TV

Google hasn't completely forgotten its tablets. The company is introducing a new Entertainment Space on Android tablets. And if it seems familiar to you, it's because Google drew inspiration from Android TV's development. The launcher companion has three tabs: Watch, Games, and Read. The aim of Entertainment Space is for it to serve as a sort of one-stop-shop for all your media. 

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Friday
May072021

Tile partners with Amazon to compete with AirTags

Tile will be joining Amazon Sidewalk on June 14, which will allow Tile Bluetooth trackers to take advantage of Amazon's network of Bluetooth devices (like the Ring and Amazon Echo). Tile users will also gain access to Amazon Alexa, allowing them to ask Alexa-enabled devices to find their items (just say "Alexa, find my [item]). It will be helpful in a home with Amazon Echo devices, but Tile CEO CJ Prober believes it will be useful outside the home, too. This partnership helps Tile compete better with Apple's AirTags and its Find My network.

Source: MacRumors

Friday
May072021

Amazon to postpone Prime Day in Canada, India due to rising COVID-19 cases

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Amazon has recently announced it would pause Prime Day here and India as the countries face the worsening spread of COVID-19. The two-day discount event doesn't have a rescheduled day yet for either country. 

Last month, Canada's COVID-19 infection rates overtook the US for the first time since the pandemic began. The country has also been facing lagging vaccination rates. India is experiencing an even more devastating rise, with the country accounting for 46% of new COVID cases worldwide in the past week.

Outside of the two nations, Amazon will bring Prime Day back. But instead of it taking place in July, Amazon will hold it in June.

Source: CNBC