Facebook's flotation is the big news story this week - but there's plenty more to talk about, including two new UK virtual networks, the launch of a new mobile payment service and mobile WiFi arriving on cross-channel trains.
High-street bookshop Waterstones has signed a commercial agreement with Amazon that’ll see Kindle digital devices and ebooks being sold through its UK shops.
The company has already planned to incorporate dedicated digital areas and free WiFi access as part of its 2012 store refurbishment plans.
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Amazon.com has announced financial results for the first quarter of its current financial year. Net sales were up 34% year-on-year to $13.18 billion, although net income was down by 35% to $130 million.
The next quarter is expected to see a similar pattern as sales increase but profits fall.
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Amazon.com has introduced two new ebook readers to the UK: the Kindle Touch and the Kindle Touch 3G.
Both have touch-controlled 6-inch screens and WiFi connectivity, while the 3G model also offers a free mobile connection. They’re available for pre-order and will be released on 27th April.
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California’s Attorney General has announced an agreement that commits Amazon, Apple, Google, HP, Microsoft and Research In Motion to improving privacy protection for consumers who use internet-connected applications on their smartphones.
The six companies have agreed to ensure the apps available on their platforms have a formal privacy policy.
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