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Multiple Kindle Models Are Steeply Discounted At Woot Today
Woot, an Amazon-owned company, is offering significant discounts on various Kindle models, including the Kindle Scribe and the 11th Gen Kindle. An additional 25% off can be applied with a specific code at checkout, though stock is limited and the sale ends April 11. Prime members receive free shipping within the continental US.
The Boys season 5: 5 things to remember ahead of the final season
Ahead of the fifth and final season of The Boys on Prime Video, this recap highlights key plot points. Billy Butcher has only months to live due to Temp-V and Compound-V, while Homelander is consolidating power with a new agenda. Soldier Boy is set to return, and Marie Moreau from Gen V possesses a potentially game-changing resurrection ability. Meanwhile, A-Train has joined forces with Starlight to form a resistance group.
The Daily Grind: Do you appreciate a long maintenance mode before an MMORPG sunset?
This opinion piece discusses the sentiment surrounding the long maintenance mode of MMORPGs before their eventual sunset. The author expresses gratitude for Amazon keeping New World online for its remaining players, questioning the urge some have to demand immediate shutdowns once they are personally finished with a game.
Evening Metaverse
SpaceX is attempting to persuade the FCC that Amazon's satellites were deployed at an incorrect altitude. Separately, Ofcom has reported a decrease in social media posting activity.
Amazon Slashes Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Prices Just Days After Release
Amazon is offering a 25% discount on Pokémon Trading Card Game Perfect Order Booster Boxes shortly after their release. This promotion significantly reduces the price of the booster boxes.
Amazon Prime Members Can Get These 20 Games For Free In April
Amazon Prime members can claim 20 free games in April through Amazon Luna, including titles like XCOM: Enemy Unknown Complete Pack and Total War: Pharaoh. These claimed games are kept permanently, even after the subscription ends. The offerings are spread across several dates in April, with some games also available via cloud streaming.
Morning Metaverse
Amazon is reportedly in talks to acquire Globalstar, a move that would allow it to compete with SpaceX's Starlink in the satellite internet market. Separately, NASA's Artemis II crew experienced issues with Microsoft Outlook, requiring remote access from Earth to resolve.
PS5 price increases be damned, Amazon still has consoles at their previous rates - for now
Despite Sony's announced price increase for the PlayStation 5, Amazon is still selling consoles at their previous MSRPs. The price hike, which officially took effect on April 2, raised the Digital Edition to $599 and the Disc version to $649, with a Pro model listed at $899.99. This increase is attributed to ongoing component shortages impacting the tech industry.
Dandadan Season 2 Blu-ray Preorders Are Here And The Collectors Edition Goes Big
Preorders are now available for the Dandadan Season 2 Blu-ray, with a standard edition priced at $35 and a collector's edition at $65, both releasing on June 30. The collector's edition includes all 12 episodes, extensive on-disc special features, a 76-page art booklet, and sticker sheets. The article also mentions the availability and pricing of the first season's Blu-ray releases and recommends the original manga by Yukinobu Tatsu.
Speed Racer Finally Races Onto 4K Blu-ray In May
The live-action Speed Racer film is receiving a 4K Blu-ray release on May 19, featuring a digital code and bonus materials from previous releases, including newly filmed interviews with directors Lana and Lilly Wachowski. Despite its initial box office performance, the 2008 adaptation of the anime has gained a cult following for its distinctive visual style and high-speed action.
Amazon says its Fallout series has now been watched by 100 million people, 'with season two now joining season one as two of our top four biggest seasons we've ever launched'
Amazon announced that its Fallout series has been watched by 100 million people across its first two seasons. Season two has reportedly been viewed by 83 million people, making it one of Amazon's top four most-watched seasons ever on Prime Video.
The Boys' final season is officially finished as creator Eric Kripke says farewell to "the best professional…
Showrunner Eric Kripke announced that production on the fifth and final season of The Boys has officially concluded. Kripke stated that this marks the end of the entire series, calling it the best professional experience of his life. He confirmed that the show will end on its own terms after season five, as planned with Amazon.
Fourth Wing Is Getting the Monopoly Treatment With an Officially Licensed Board Game for Adults Only
The popular book series Fourth Wing is being adapted into an officially licensed Monopoly board game. The Monopoly Fourth Wing Edition is available for preorder on Amazon with a release date of July 15, 2026, and is rated for adults aged 17 and up.
Iran threatens imminent attacks on US tech companies in the Middle East
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened imminent attacks on US tech companies operating in the Middle East, including Apple, Google, Meta, NVIDIA, Microsoft, and others. The IRGC warned employees to leave their workplaces immediately and stated that these companies are legitimate targets in response to US actions. This threat follows recent drone strikes on Amazon data centers in Bahrain and the UAE.
The UK's antitrust regulator is looking into Microsoft's possible monopoly power
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Microsoft for potential monopoly power, focusing on its cloud services and productivity software. The regulator may designate Microsoft with strategic market status, allowing for further action. This follows previous inquiries into Microsoft's dealings with OpenAI and Inflection AI, and agreements with Amazon regarding cloud services.
Throne and Liberty delays global update a week, players resort to peeping the Korean patch notes
Amazon has delayed the global update for the MMORPG Throne and Liberty by a week, citing a need to ensure a smooth release. While the Korean version received its patch as scheduled, global players are left waiting for official patch notes, leading to frustration and speculation within the community.
DoorDash partners with Rivian spinoff Also for autonomous delivery vehicles
DoorDash and Rivian spinoff Also have announced a strategic partnership to develop and deploy autonomous delivery vehicles at scale. The collaboration will involve DoorDash investing in Also and potentially utilizing their four-wheeled TM-Q electric vehicle designed for cargo hauling. DoorDash co-founder Stanley Tang will join Also's board as an observer.
Movies So Poorly Received They Became Cult Curiosities
This article explores films that, despite poor critical reception or commercial failure, have achieved cult status due to their memorably bad qualities. It highlights ten such movies, including 'War of the Worlds (2025)', 'The Love Guru', and 'Battlefield Earth', discussing their unique failures and enduring appeal.
Amazon Prime Films That Exceed Expectations
This article highlights twelve lesser-known television shows available on Amazon Prime Video that deserve more attention. The list includes a variety of genres, from emotional dramas like 'The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart' to sci-fi mysteries like 'Night Sky' and dark comedies like 'Patriot'.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article touches on various gaming-related media crossovers and collaborations. It mentions Overwatch's new Webtoon expanding its lore, a potential Super Mario Galaxy movie eyeing a significant box office opening, and strong ratings for Amazon's Fallout series.