Amazon's strategy is to sell tablets at low prices and then make money when consumers use them to buy digital content like movies and books on its site.
The updated models have improved specs, including faster processors and more storage space.just announced two new 8-inch Fire tablet models that start at $89.99.
The entry-level model, the Fire HD 8, has a faster processor than before and 32 GB of storage. The upgraded model, the Fire HD 8 Plus, can charge wirelessly with the right charger, has more RAM and comes with a six-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited, Amazon's book rental subscription service, for $109.99.The new models are launching as a large proportion of the world's population is under some sort of lockdown to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
With a bigger screen than a phone, tablets are generally well-positioned for the kinds of tasks people do at home, including content consumption. Lockdowns have boosted sales of tablets and other large electronics in the United States. TV, tablet and PC sales were up 33% year over year in the first week of May, research firm NPC estimated this week.
Amazon's strategy is to sell tablets at low prices and then make money when consumers use them to buy digital content like movies and books on its website. Some of Amazon's devices also bundle in a free trial period to Amazon's content services, which can help boost their subscriber numbers. Amazon's tablets cost much less than competing iPads from
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