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Amazon illegally interferes with an historic UK warehouse election

I'm in to TARTU, ESTONIA! Overcoming the Enshittocene (Monday, May 8, 6PM, Prima Vista Literary Festival keynote, University of Tartu Library, Struwe 1). AI, copyright and creative workers' labor rights (May 10, 8AM: Science Fiction Research Association talk, Institute of Foreign Languages and Cultures building, Lossi 3, lobby). A talk for hackers on seizing the means of computation (May 10, 3PM, University of Tartu Delta Centre, Narva 18, room 1037).

Amazon is very good at everything it does, including being very bad at the things it doesn't want to do. Take signing up for Prime: nothing could be simpler. The company has built a greased slide from Prime-curiosity to Prime-confirmed that is the envy of every UX designer.

But unsubscribing from Prime? That's a fucking nightmare. Somehow the company that can easily figure out how to sign up for a service is totally baffled when it comes to making it just as easy to leave. Now, there's two possibilities here: either Amazon's UX competence is a kind of erratic freak tide that sweeps in at unpredictable intervals and hits these unbelievable high-water marks, or the company just doesn't want to let you leave.

To investigate this question, let's consider a parallel: Black Flag's Roach Motel. This is an icon of American design, a little brown cardboard box that is saturated in irresistibly delicious (to cockroaches, at least) pheromones. These powerful scents make it admirably easy for all the roaches in your home to locate your Roach Motel and enter it.

But the interior of the Roach Motel is also coated in a sticky glue. Once roaches enter the motel, their legs and bodies brush up against this glue and become hopeless mired in it. A roach can't leave – not without tearing off its own legs.

It's possible that Black Flag made a mistake here. Maybe they wanted to make it just as easy for a roach to leave as it is to enter. If that seems improbable to you, well, you're right. We don't even have to speculate, we can just refer to Black Flag's slogan for Roach Motel: "Roaches check in, but they don't check out."

It's intentional, and we know that because they told us so.

Back to Amazon and Prime. Was it some oversight that cause the company make it so marvelously painless to sign up for Prime, but such a titanic pain in the ass to leave? Again, no speculation is required, because Amazon's executives exchanged a mountain of internal memos in which this is identified as a deliberate strategy, by which they deliberately chose to trick people into signing up for Prime and then hid the means of leaving Prime. Prime is a Roach Motel: users check in, but they don't check out:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/09/03/big-tech-cant-stop-telling-on-itself/

When it benefits Amazon, they are obsessive – "relentless" (Bezos's original for the company) – about user friendliness. They value ease of use so highly that they even patented "one click checkout" – the incredibly obvious idea that a company that stores your shipping address and credit card could let you buy something with a single click:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1-Click#Patent

But when it benefits Amazon to place obstacles in our way, they are even more relentless in inventing new forms of fuckery, spiteful little landmines they strew in our path. Just look at how Amazon deals with unionization efforts in its warehouses.

Amazon's relentless union-busting spans a wide diversity of tactics. On the one hand, they cook up media narratives to smear organizers, invoking racist dog-whistles to discredit workers who want a better deal:

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/apr/02/amazon-chris-smalls-smart-articulate-leaked-memo

On the other hand, they collude with federal agencies to make workers afraid that their secret ballots will be visible to their bosses, exposing them to retaliation:

https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/amazon-violated-labor-law-alabama-union-election-labor-official-finds-rcna1582

They hold Cultural Revolution-style forced indoctrination meetings where they illegally threaten workers with punishment for voting in favor of their union:

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/31/business/economy/amazon-union-staten-island-nlrb.html

And they fire Amazon tech workers who express solidarity with warehouse workers:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/amazon-fires-tech-employees-workers-criticism-warehouse-climate-policies/

But all this is high-touch, labor-intensive fuckery. Amazon, as we know, loves automation, and so it automates much of its union-busting: for example, it created an employee chat app that refused to deliver any message containing words like "fairness" or "grievance":

https://pluralistic.net/2022/04/05/doubleplusrelentless/#quackspeak

Amazon also invents implausible corporate fictions that allow it to terminate entire sections of its workforce for trying to unionize, by maintaining the tormented pretense that these workers, who wear Amazon uniforms, drive Amazon trucks, deliver Amazon packages, and are tracked by Amazon down to the movements of their eyeballs, are, in fact, not Amazon employees:

https://www.wired.com/story/his-drivers-unionized-then-amazon-tried-to-terminate-his-contract/

These workers have plenty of cause to want to unionize. Amazon warehouses are sources of grueling torment. Take "megacycling," a ten-hour shift that runs from 1:20AM to 11:50AM that workers are plunged into without warning or the right to refuse. This isn't just a night shift – it's a night shift that makes it impossible to care for your children or maintain any kind of normal life.

Then there's Jeff Bezos's war on his workers' kidneys. Amazon warehouse workers and drivers notoriously have to pee in bottles, because they are monitored by algorithms that dock their pay for taking bathroom breaks. The road to Amazon's warehouse in Coventry, England is littered with sealed bottles of driver piss, defenestrated by drivers before they reach the depot inspection site.

There's so much piss on the side of the Coventry road that the prankster Oobah Butler was able to collect it, decant it into bottles, and market it on Amazon as an energy beverage called "Bitter Lemon Release Energy," where it briefly became Amazon's bestselling energy drink:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/10/20/release-energy/#the-bitterest-lemon

(Butler promises that he didn't actually ship any bottled piss to people who weren't in on the gag – but let's just pause here and note how weird it is that a guy who hates our kidneys as much as Jeff Bezos built and flies a penis-shaped rocket.)

Butler also secretly joined the surge of 1,000 workers that Amazon hired for the Coventry warehouse in advance of a union vote, with the hope of diluting the yes side of that vote and forestall the union. Amazon displayed more of its famously selective competence here, spotting Butler and firing him in short order, while totally failing to notice that he was marketing bottles of driver piss as a bitter lemon drink on Amazon's retail platform.

After a long fight, Amazon's Coventry workers are finally getting their union vote, thanks to the GMB union's hard fought battle at the Central Arbitration Committee:

https://www.foxglove.org.uk/2024/04/26/amazon-warehouse-workers-in-coventry-will-vote-on-trade-union-recognition/

And right on schedule, Amazon has once again discovered its incredible facility for ease-of-use. The company has blanketed its shop floor with radioactively illegal "one click to quit the union" QR codes. When a worker aims their phones at the code and clicks the link, the system auto-generates a letter resigning the worker from their union.

As noted, this is totally illegal. English law bans employers from "making an offer to an employee for the sole or main purpose of inducing workers not to be members of an independent trade union, take part in its activities, or make use of its services."

Now, legal or not, this may strike you as a benign intervention on Amazon's part. Why shouldn't it be easy for workers to choose how they are represented in their workplaces? But the one-click system is only half of Amazon's illegal union-busting: the other half is delivered by its managers, who have cornered workers on the shop floor and ordered them to quit their union, threatening them with workplace retaliation if they don't.

This is in addition to more forced "captive audience" meetings where workers are bombarded with lies about what life in an union shop is like.

Again, the contrast couldn't be more stark. If you want to quit a union, Amazon makes this as easy as joining Prime. But if you want to join a union, Amazon makes that even harder than quitting Prime. Amazon has the same attitude to its workers and its customers: they see us all as a resource to be extracted, and have no qualms about tricking or even intimidating us into doing what's best for Amazon, at the expense of our own interests.

The campaigning law-firm Foxglove is representing five of Amazon's Coventry workers. They're doing the lord's work:

https://www.foxglove.org.uk/2024/05/02/legal-challenge-to-amazon-uks-new-one-click-to-quit-the-union-tool/

All this highlights the increasing divergence between the UK and the US when it comes to labor rights. Under the Biden Administration, @NLRB General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo has promulgated a rule that grants a union automatic recognition if the boss does anything to interfere with a union election:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/09/06/goons-ginks-and-company-finks/#if-blood-be-the-price-of-your-cursed-wealth

In other words, if Amazon tries these tactics in the USA now, their union will be immediately recognized. Abruzzo has installed an ultra-sensitive tilt-sensor in America's union elections, and if Bezos or his class allies so much as sneeze in the direction of their workers' democratic rights, they automatically lose.

If you'd like an essay-formatted version of this post to read or share, here's a link to it on pluralistic.net, my surveillance-free, ad-free, tracker-free blog:

https://pluralistic.net/2024/05/06/one-click-to-quit-the-union/#foxglove

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#pluralistic #unions #coventry #amazon #union busting #qr codes #foxglove #one click to quit the union #labor #gwb

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libraford · 11 months

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While I'm bitching.

I dont mean to make this a bitching blog, but with them leaving on monday I have time to reconfigure my brain about all of it.

We live in a suburb that butts up to a nature preserve. So we see all kinds of wildlife from coyotes to deer. Most of the wildlife pics from my photo blog are from a nearby park.

There are mice in the garage.

It's a garage. It's an unsealed part of the house that's safe from predators and snow. It's going to get mice.

She wants to live on a farm some day. But she sees a mouse in the garage and suddenly has to rearrange the entire space because the way 'we' store things is attracting rodents. But not the way she just leaves piles and piles of cardboard from chewy or her amazon purchases (seriously a $300 inversion table that she used once and used her partner's credit card to get).

And I dont have much choice in how i store my stuff because the day we moved in they had already decided there was no room for my craft storage (its ugly, basically.) And it all got shoved in the garage.

Where the mice are.

So she sees a mouse and spends the whole day freaking out and moving our stuff around because we're slobs who dont know how to organize our stuff.

And now we cant find anything.

About a year ago, she got on an exercise kick and demanded that I clear my stuff from the garage so they could have an exercise room for themselves. Me and pock are still sharing a small nook that serves as our craft room, and the is no space to really spread out. But she gets an exercise room.

She never exercises. She has a back injury that makes it difficult for her to sit up for long periods of time.

Like... I tried to clear the garage, but I got 4 bins in before I ran out of room in the craft room, and now there's no way for me to access the things in there, either.

So sorry she didnt get her exercise room. We have a porch. We have a living room where you can move the couch. You can go to the park. You have a rec center membership. Sorry you didnt get a poorly ventilated exercise room full of mice.

If I can do yoga three times a week in this house, you can figure it out.

Later, I overhear her talking to her mom on the phone about why she wants to move to North Carolina and she says it's because theres no nature here. Its barren. Nothing will grow in ohio because of the chemicals they use on the farms. Theres no wildlife.

I'm assuming the mice dont count. But our town literally calls itself 'the city of parks.' Theres over 5000 acres of green spaces including a waterfowl preserve and more than one refuge. My boss at parks and rec is a conservationist. My job is to water all the fucking trees we planted last year.

Youd see all kinds of nature if you'd get outside the house, but you never fucking leave.

Which is kind of a minor point in the scheme of things. But it really pisses me off like 'oh poor me I'm a fucking liar.'

I'm so lazy, I wont repurpose an entire room for her benefit while shoving all my shit in a 5×10 space. I'm so awful.

#the tiger is destroying the cage #yes yes the tiger is out

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mikajihiko · 10 months

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Hey everyone! This is an unofficial post made to spread information regarding the new GIVEN Disc Box containing recorded content of the GIVEN TV animation 11 episode series, Given: The Movie, and OVA Given: Uragawa no Sonzai. According to Given official website, the box will also contain an OAD "Uragawa no Sonzai" (Limited edition manga volume + 1 episode bonus content), this content has not been mentioned in other websites / is referred equivalent to Given OVA so keep an eye out for any updates as all product benefits and specifications may change without notice!

The box set comes with a limited edition jacket along with a special leaflet from Kizu-sensei, as well as an illustration card, and a bonus video containing non-credit opening and endings. A B2 announcement poster will also be handed out to customers who have purchased the Disc Box at target stores, in first-come, first-served basis. Once the stock of the poster runs out, it is all gone!

Target stores include : ANIPLEX, Studio Hibari / Lerche, Animate, Amazon. co. jp , Rakuten Books , Sofmap Animega, TSUTAYA Online, Toranoana Ikebukuro Store / Mail Order, Seven Net Shopping, AmiAmi Online Shop, WonderGOO / Shinseido, HMV, Tower Records, and Noitamina Shop

Non target stores such as CDJapan will not provide a B2 announcement poster as well as other special benefits.

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Studio Hibari/ Lerche (mail order): Original picture can badge & original picture postcard set

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Amazon . jp limited: Acrylic key chain & purse

Rakuten Books: Original name scene photobook + 5 piece acrylic stand set

TSUTAYA Online: 4 L sized bromide set

Sofmap Animega: 4 acrylic panel set

Seven net shopping: Eco bag

AmiAmi Online Shop: Character fine mat

Toranoana Ikebukuro store & mail order: A3 clear poster

Noitamina shop: CD Jacket style acrylic frame & Jacket card

As of present date, benefits and illustrations are currently in their printing process as the Disc BOX is set to release on November 15, 2023 for 29,700¥ tax included. As per usual, all underlined texts are hyperlinks, do check them out; especially as some of these websites offer for discounted prices, and are open for reservations!

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emmadaniels1 · 1 year

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Disadvantages and Advantages of e-shopping for Consumers

In today's world online shopping has become one of the savviest ways to make purchases. This goes without saying but, online shopping or e-shopping has its pros and cons. That's what I'm here for! We are looking at the top 3 reasons why you should LOVE e-shopping and the top 3 reasons why you should HATE it!

Starting off strong

The top three reasons why you should love e-shopping -

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Time Saving

E-shopping is one of the fastest ways to purchase things on the market without having the hassle of going to the store. Most consumers find themselves taking this easy route as an e-shopper. Now more than ever consumers are buying items and having them expedited to their homes! For example, Amazon offers same day delivery for many items on their website! This allows shoppers to utilize their time doing other things rather than grocery shop, grab quick essentials, etc.…

TWO

Better Prices

When I shopping there is a better chance that you come across coupons. Oftentimes when shopping in store coupons aren't presented to you per the items you are looking to purchase. This way with e-shopping new technology and data collection tools know to generate certain coupons based on items you are adding to your cart, that you're viewing, and at random. This means you get more bang for your buck as an e-shopper!

This technology allows you to also view items that you might miss in store. Online data collection uses the same technologies to run diagnostics on items similar to what you are currently looking at. This program then generates a list of items you “might like” or that are “similar” to your previous purchases. E-shopping gives you a chance to find items you might not even know you liked / wanted / or needed!

THREE

Safety

Unfortunately, in the modern world we live in today safety can be a big concern to many consumers as they leave the comfort of their own home. With e-shopping you no longer have to. One of the best ways to ensure your safety if you have concerns is to stay home! Fortunately, with the advancements of e-shopping leaving the house no longer has to be factor.

A great example of this would be the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time and still after some are afraid to leave their homes. With e-shopping these consumers can have peace of mind while still scrolling through their favorite catalogs and making purchases.

E-shopping comes with many other benefits as well, I am just here to highlight some of the most important or most relatable! E-shopping has continued to keep our every growing world connected to goods, products, and services. Something we should all be grateful for. Covering the reasons why you should love e-shopping are easy, but that doesn't mean e-shopping doesn't come with its downfalls.

With that being said, e-shopping comes with just as many risks and cons. Not that these risks can’t be avoided with proper precautions, they still must be highlighted. That being said…

The top three reasons why you should hate e-shopping -

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Fraud risk

When shopping online and entering your credit card information there's a larger risk of fraud: credit card scams, phishing, hacking, identity theft, counterfeit products, bogus websites, and other scams that are common. The issues with this is you never know when credit fraud is going to occur.

To maximize your safety as a consumer it is best to go into any online shopping / e-shopping experience with knowledge of the company, an understanding of what a bogus website looks like, and the basic idea of what to avoid when entering personal information. Online shopping can be dangerous if as a consumer you are not careful with what you readily offer websites.

TWO

Shipping issues and delays

Another downfall to online shopping is that there can be issues with shipping, including delays, receiving the wrong items, and paying for shipping and returns. As a consumer online shopping can be frustrating for these various reasons. One of the hardest things as an E shopper to understand is that after making a purchase, online items can take quite a while to be received. Not often but sometimes after items are received the consumer realizes they were sent the wrong item, or wrong size, maybe wrong color, and the list could go on. This can be a frustrating process since many companies require consumers to pay for shipping and then pay for returns regardless of return reason. So after receiving items that were incorrect or items that you decided you don't want, having to pay to ship them back you are already spending 2x the money you had originally planned.

THREE

Spending too much time online

Lastly, already as a society we spend far too much time online. Now with e-shopping the screen time continues to rise. This online time can cause disconnected in many areas of individuals lives as well as actual branding disconnects with consumers. The tricky part about now having everything online is the brick-and-mortar business take a hit. Since consumers now don’t HAVE to go into stores human connections dim and phone screen brighten.

Either way e-shopping can be seen as the ally or the enemy. As the economy continues to grow, consumers do what consumers do best, CONSUME! Making e-shopping one of the latest and greatest developments regardless of your personal take.

Understanding boundaries and using online shopping but not abusing online shopping is key to societal success!

After exploring these pros and cons, how do you feel as a consumer? What ways do you think e-shopping has shaped the world we live in now?

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Licensing fuckery that flies way over pat's head, continued:

Disney bought Hensen (Company) but did not buy Sesame Street characters. Sesame Workshop remains the owner.

Hensen (Individual) also did not sell rights to shows made by Creatureshop like Farscape or Fraggle Rock. Disney doesn't own Farscape or Fraggle Rock. Hensen (Individual) still does.

Westworld (Warner Bros. TV/HBO co-production; Again, HBO usually avoids these, but in this case it is at least under the same corporate overlord.)

The Larry Sanders Show (HBO/Sony Pictures TV co-production; this is why when Gary Shandling passed away, the show wasn’t available for streaming on HBO, because Sony had likely driven too hard of a bargain. It’s now back on HBO.)

Jack Ryan (Amazon/Skydance/Paramount co-production; sometimes you can even do these as a three way. If the underlying IP is valuable enough, it can demand its own separate pot of profit money.) The Tick, Good Girls Revolt and Sneaky Pete (Sony co-productions).

House of Cards (Media Rights Capital co-production). Orange is the New Black. (Lionsgate co-production) Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. (Warner Bros co-production). Lost in Space: 2018 Series. (Legendary co-production) Marvel Series (Marvel/Disney co-production)

Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. (NBC-Universal co-production.) BoJack Horseman. (The Tornante Company co-production)

Each side brings something to the table in a co-productions. The TV producers have all the talent so they demand some sort of backend profit participation. The network is paying money, so they get some sort of participation too.

Then, after the initial agreed upon windows or run is complete, the rights revert back to the TV production company [CM]. (Historically, networks used to not pay for 100% of the costs of a co-production, but with fewer revenue streams, that is becoming the norm.)

This is what the WB/CM arrangement and deal is. While it operates on licensure, it is not a fully licensed product, but rather is allowed to use licensed material while creating new material.

A "licensed" show is just a show that a streamer for example doesn't have a financial stake or downstream revenue in. Like, Nexstar is talking about licensing content from other places than CBS and WB to put on the air. It would benefit from the airtime but does not own that content. Nexstar owns the airtime

The use of licensed CHARACTERS is a funny metaphor of this. If Nexstar owns the airspace, Chaos Machine owns the dev space. WB content is then put inside of it, but it is not only WB content.

This is why the pilot script had these three:

For example, despite nominal Producer credits listed, CBS has no actual stake on this property, draft, or materials. The only thing they own is Jared Padalecki's ass.

CW pays money to host a show that Jensen made and may or may not have some demands and requests about what content it will air can look like, and WB might have critique on how to use old-SPN characters, but it has no stake over new Winchesters characters, for example.

(I say "the right to" critique. Pointing at my bits on Zaslav and Roth elsewhere, that's really not something I'm foreseeing us having to deal with much from WB)

CW generally folds to WB anyway. Like

lmao

Jensen owns a good chunk, and what he doesn't, I must reinforce, there's nobody to stop him from doing what he wants with the rest anyway

and it's so, so funny to see who quickly shows their asses in their desperation for that to not be true.

At the end of the day the actual like aired, wrapped, distributed product will be owned by WB due to the various ways this bounces around. But like. Story ownership. Character ownership is. Another thing. That's basically going to be a blender.

like genuinely who the fuck do these people think is getting paid when Chaos Machine releases an episode?

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technicalfinance · 1 year

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Best HDFC credit card in 2023

HDFC Bank is one of the leading private banks in India. It stands by its customers with readiness at all times to offer them a variety of facilities. It offers 40+ types of credit cards to its customers. Any customer can take a credit card at his convenience.

The benefit of HDFC Moneyback Credit Card-

This credit card works on a reward point system.

If you do 150 shopping at any retail shop with HDFC Credit Card, then you will get 2 reward points on that shopping.

If you do online shopping for Rs.150, you get double i.e. four reward points. By doing online shopping, you will get only 500 reward points in a month.

Terms and conditions-

You can spend Rs.500 gift vouchers at pizza hurt, big bazaar, Bata, Levis, Woodland, Myntra, etc.

This voucher is valid for 90 days and it will also have to be told in 60 days on which brand you will spend this voucher

You also get the benefit of 1% fuel surcharge waiver on this credit card.

The Benefit of Millennia credit cards-

HDFC millennia credit cards cashback points के ऊपर कार्य करता है।इनके कुछ पार्टनर ब्रैंड्स है ।अगर आप उनके पार्टनर ब्रैंड्स के साथ शॉपिंग करते हैं तो आप को 5% का cash back मिलता है।

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इसके अलावा भी millennia credit cards में इन पार्टनर ब्रैंड्स के अलावा भी अगर आप ऑनलाइन या ऑफलाइन शॉपिंग आप को हर ट्रांजिशन पर 1% का कैश बैक मिलेगा ।ये नियम अभी एचडीएफसी बैंक ने नए बनाए है।.

Terms and conditions-

After reading their term and condition, you will only see that you do not get more than 1000 cash back if you shop from their partner brands. You can do it only for one month.

If you do any similar purchase from their partner brand through EMI, then you will not get 5% cash back in that case. You will get only 1% cash back.

Apart from HDFC Bank, if anyone buys the same EMI from other banks, then we do not get cash back.

learn about the Best HDFC credit card in 2023 in Hindi

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nickgerlich · 1 year

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Ready For Prime Time

We see it everywhere. Apple Pay. Google Pay. Paypal. Pay with Klarna. Everyone wants a piece of the action, even if it is only a small sliver. With total retail sales at $6.5 trillion, there’s plenty of money to be made at the margin, even if the margin is small.

But now Amazon is extending its reach. Buy With Prime launches at the end of the month, and allows partner retailers to leverage every aspect of Amazon’s might, from order fulfillment to payment processing and returns. Of course, Amazon assesses several payments along the way, from storage to packing and shipping, not to mention credit card processing. Customers get all the same benefits they get when using their Prime account at Amazon. And partner companies can still offer their own order fulfillment and processing if customers opt out of the Prime feature.

In some regards, it’s like being in bed with the enemy. But as they say (whoever “they” is), if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em.

Amazon put Buy With Prime into test market last Spring among its existing Fulfilled By Amazon (FBA) clients. It works rather seamlessly: partner retailers simply add a BWP logo and button, all copy and paste just like PayPal code. Oh, and ship some inventory to the nearest Amazon warehouse.

Partnering with Amazon relieves the small company from having to handle time-consuming (and expensive) order fulfillment responsibilities, storage, as well as shipping, for which Amazon has already brokered huge discounts. Basically, you can “off-shore” multiple layers of your business, expand your reach, and quite possibly enjoy higher sales and profits.

From Amazon’s perspective, this is not all that different from food manufacturers selling off unused capacity by contracting to make private label goods. Amazon is doing the same, albeit in warehousing, packing, and shipping.

There was once a time when Amazon was demonized for being too successful. After all, shopping online necessarily displaces smaller business along the way. But that’s like complaining 110 years ago that auto manufacturers were putting bicycle retailers and farriers out of business. They had to adapt, or go out of business. Today’s small businesses have similarly been forced to evolve or die.

Or partner with Amazon. And to be fair, Amazon will probably take some heat for reaching its tentacles into more of the retail pie.

But Amazon has also reached a plateau, and has begun laying off 18,000 workers. Anything it can do to help put the company in better balance is a good thing, and BWP may very well play a big role.

All things considered, this is a good move for small retailers as well as Amazon. While smaller companies must have an e-commerce presence, managing the back end of that can be a major distraction from storefront operations. Letting the expert—in this case, Amazon—do that is genius for both parties.

And I as a customer find this particularly appealing, because I’ve been clicking those Amazon Buy Now buttons more times than I wish to admit.

Dr “I’ll Click To That“ Gerlich

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#marketing #Prime #Amazon #e-commerce #online #shopping

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SEVENTEEN Japan 1st EP - 'DREAM' Pre-Order Information

SEVENTEEN Japan 1st EP - 'DREAM' Pre-Order Benefits

1. SEVENTEEN Weverse Shop JAPAN - Photocard (Random 1 out of 13)

2. UMS - Photocard (Random 1 out of 13)

3. HMV - Special Photocard (Random 1 out of 13)

*Photos are posted in this order as well

4. Tower Records - Special Photocard (Random 1 out of 13)

5. Tsutaya Records - IC Card Stickers (Random 1 out of 13)

*Photos posted on the same order with the list.

6. Rakuten - Jacket Photo Magnet (Based on purchased version)

7. Amazon JP - Mega Jacket (Based on purchased version)

*IC Card are like Beep Cards

*Mega Jacket - premium/exclusive photos

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Unlocking the Full Potential of Amazon: A Comprehensive Guide to Using Amazon Codes

Introduction

In the digital age, Amazon has emerged as a cornerstone of online shopping and entertainment, providing a amazon code coupon vast array of products, services, and conveniences. One key to fully accessing and maximizing the benefits offered by Amazon is understanding and effectively using Amazon codes. These codes can unlock exclusive content, activate devices, and provide discounts and promotions that enhance your overall experience on the platform. This comprehensive guide aims to demystify Amazon codes and show you how to use them to unlock the full potential of Amazon.

Chapter 1: Understanding Amazon Codes

What Are Amazon Codes?

Amazon codes are unique alphanumeric strings used for various purposes within the Amazon ecosystem. They can be used to:

Activate devices such as Kindles, Fire TVs, and Echo devices

Redeem gift cards

Access special promotions and discounts

These codes are essential for linking devices, accessing exclusive content, and ensuring that you make the most out of your Amazon account.

Types of Amazon Codes

Device Activation Codes: Used to link new devices to your Amazon account.

Gift Card Codes: Add credit to your Amazon account for future purchases.

Prime Sign-Up Codes: Special codes used to activate or renew an Amazon Prime membership.

Promotion and Discount Codes: Used during sales events to get discounts on purchases.

How to Find Amazon Codes

Amazon codes can be found in several ways:

Inside product packaging for new devices

Via email when you purchase gift cards or promotional offers

On receipts or purchase confirmations

In the "Your Orders" section of your Amazon account

Chapter 2: Using Amazon Codes for Device Activation

Step-by-Step Guide to Using Amazon Codes on Devices

Kindle Devices

When you purchase a new Kindle, it often comes with a code to register the device to your Amazon account:

Turn on your Kindle and connect to Wi-Fi.

Go to the "Settings" menu and select "Register."

Enter the activation code provided in your Kindle packaging or email.

Fire TV

Fire TV devices use codes to link your Amazon account and enable streaming services:

Plug in your Fire TV and follow the on-screen setup instructions.

When prompted, go to www.amazon.com/code on your mobile device or computer.

Enter the code displayed on your TV screen to complete the activation.

Echo Devices

Echo devices require activation codes to link with your Amazon account:

Power on your Echo device and follow the setup instructions in the Alexa app.

When prompted, enter the activation code sent to your registered email.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting

Invalid Code Error: Double-check the code for accuracy and ensure there are no typos.

Expired Code: Some codes have expiration dates. If your code has expired, contact Amazon customer service for assistance.

Connection Issues: Ensure your device is connected to the internet. Restart your router and device if necessary.

Chapter 3: Redeeming Amazon Gift Card Codes

How to Redeem a Gift Card Code

Gift cards are a amazon code coupon today popular way to add funds to your Amazon account. Here’s how to redeem them:

Via the Amazon Website

Navigate to the "Gift Cards" section.

Click on "Redeem a Gift Card" and enter the code.

Via the Amazon Mobile App

Open the Amazon app and log in.

Tap the menu icon and select "Gift Cards."

Choose "Redeem Gift Card" and enter the code manually or use the camera to scan it.

Tips for Managing Your Gift Card Balance

Check Your Balance: Regularly check your gift card balance by visiting the "Gift Cards" section of your account.

Auto-Reload: Set up auto-reload to automatically add funds to your gift card balance using a linked payment method.

Gifting Options: Purchase and send gift cards directly to friends and family via email or printable certificates.

Chapter 4: Registering for Amazon Prime with Codes

Signing Up for Amazon Prime

Amazon Prime offers a plethora of benefits, including free shipping, Prime Video, Prime Music, and more. Some users may receive special codes for discounted or free Prime memberships.

Using a Prime Sign-Up Code

Visit the Amazon Prime sign-up page.

Enter the Prime sign-up code during the registration process.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete your registration.

Renewing Prime Membership with a Code

Go to the "Manage Prime Membership" section.

Enter the renewal code and confirm your subscription.

Prime Membership Benefits

Free Two-Day Shipping: On millions of items.

Prime Video: Access to thousands of movies and TV shows.

Prime Music: Stream over two million songs ad-free.

Exclusive Deals: Early access to Lightning Deals and special discounts.

Chapter 5: Utilizing Promotion and Discount Codes

How to Apply Promotion Codes

Amazon frequently offers promotional and discount codes during sales events like Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday.

Applying Codes at Checkout

Select the items you wish to purchase and proceed to checkout.

On the "Review your order" page, enter the promotion code in the designated box.

Click "Apply" to see the discount reflected in your total.

Understanding Terms and Conditions

Read the terms and conditions of each promotion to ensure eligibility.

Be aware of expiration dates and any minimum purchase requirements.

Maximizing Savings with Discount Codes

Combine Discounts: Use discount codes in conjunction with other offers, such as free shipping or volume discounts, for maximum savings.

Subscribe & Save: Subscribe to regular deliveries of household essentials to receive additional discounts and apply promo codes.

Chapter 6: Exploring Amazon on International Platforms

Using Amazon Codes on Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.jp, and Amazon.com.mx

Amazon operates various localized platforms to cater to different regions, including Amazon.ca (Canada), Amazon.co.jp (Japan), and Amazon.com.mx (Mexico). Each platform supports the use of Amazon codes tailored to regional offerings and currencies.

Amazon.ca

Follow similar steps to the US platform for activating devices, redeeming gift cards, and applying promo codes.

Codes specific to Canadian users will be indicated as Amazon.ca codes.

Amazon.co.jp

Amazon Japan offers localized content and services. Use Amazon.co.jp codes for amazon code coupon free activating devices and accessing Japanese content.

Instructions are typically provided in Japanese, so use translation tools if necessary.

Amazon.com.mx

The Mexican platform supports Spanish-language instructions and offers localized promotions.

Apply Amazon.com.mx codes in the same way as other Amazon platforms, ensuring you’re using the correct regional site.

Navigating Regional Differences

Language and Currency: Be mindful of the language and currency differences when using codes on international platforms.

Localized Customer Support: Each platform offers customer support in the region's primary language, providing assistance for code-related issues.

Chapter 7: Enhancing Your Amazon Experience with Codes

Optimizing Your Amazon Shopping Experience

Amazon codes are more than just strings of characters; they are tools that unlock a world of convenience and savings. Here are additional tips for maximizing your Amazon experience:

Stay Updated: Regularly check your email and the Amazon website for new codes and promotions.

Subscribe to Newsletters: Subscribe to Amazon’s newsletters to receive exclusive codes and offers.

Use Alexa: If you have an Alexa-enabled device, ask Alexa about current promotions and available codes.

Community and Forums

Amazon Forums: Join Amazon’s community forums to discuss tips and share experiences with other users.

Deal Websites: Follow deal websites and forums dedicated to finding and sharing Amazon codes and promotions.

Conclusion

Amazon codes are essential tools that enhance the functionality and convenience of the Amazon ecosystem. From activating devices to redeeming gift cards and accessing exclusive Prime benefits, understanding how to use these codes effectively can significantly improve your Amazon experience. By following the guidelines and tips provided in this comprehensive guide, you can unlock the full potential of Amazon and enjoy a amazon code checker seamless, rewarding online shopping journey.

Thank you for joining us on this deep dive into the world of Amazon codes. Whether you’re a seasoned Amazon user or new to the platform, we hope this guide has equipped you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate and maximize the Amazon experience. Happy shopping!

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Electric Scooter Online Booking: The Convenient Way to Go Green

The shift towards sustainable transportation has never been easier, thanks to the advent of online booking for electric scooters. As more people embrace eco-friendly commuting options, the ability to purchase electric scooters online offers unmatched convenience and a seamless shopping experience. This blog explores the benefits of booking electric scooters online, the leading platforms offering these services, and tips for making the best purchase.

Why Book an Electric Scooter Online?

Booking an electric scooter online comes with several advantages that enhance the overall buying experience:

Convenience: Shop from the comfort of your home, without the need to visit multiple showrooms.

Variety: Access a wide range of models and brands, often with detailed specifications and customer reviews.

Special Deals: Benefit from exclusive online discounts, promotional offers, and financing options.

Easy Comparison: Compare different models based on features, prices, and user ratings to make an informed decision.

Home Delivery: Enjoy the convenience of doorstep delivery, often with minimal delivery charges or even free shipping.

Leading Platforms for Online Electric Scooter Booking

Several online platforms have emerged as trusted destinations for booking electric scooters in India. Here are some of the top options:

1. Manufacturer Websites

Many electric scooter manufacturers offer direct online booking options on their official websites. This ensures you get the latest models and authentic products straight from the source. Notable manufacturers with online booking include:

Ather Energy: Offers detailed product information, test ride bookings, and easy online purchase options.

Ola Electric: Known for its user-friendly booking process and extensive customer support.

Bajaj Auto: Provides a straightforward booking process for their Chetak electric scooter.

2. E-commerce Platforms

Major e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and Paytm Mall have also entered the electric scooter market, providing a variety of models with customer reviews and ratings.

Amazon India: Features a wide range of electric scooters with detailed specifications and customer feedback.

Flipkart: Offers exclusive deals and financing options, making it easier to own an electric scooter.

3. Dedicated EV Marketplaces

Specialized online marketplaces focus solely on electric vehicles, providing a curated selection of electric scooters along with expert advice and customer support.

EV Plugs: A platform dedicated to electric vehicles, offering comprehensive information and easy booking options.

BikeDekho: Provides detailed comparisons, expert reviews, and seamless booking processes for electric scooters.

How to Book an Electric Scooter Online

Booking an electric scooter online is a straightforward process. Here are some steps to help you get started:

Research: Start by researching different models and brands. Consider factors like speed, range, battery life, features, and price.

Compare: Use comparison tools available on e-commerce platforms or dedicated EV marketplaces to compare models side by side.

Read Reviews: Check customer reviews and ratings to gauge the performance and reliability of the scooters you are interested in.

Check Offers: Look for special deals, discounts, and financing options that can make your purchase more affordable.

Place Order: Once you have made your decision, follow the booking process on the platform. This usually involves selecting the model, color, and any additional accessories or insurance options.

Payment: Complete the payment process using your preferred payment method. Many platforms offer EMI options and credit card discounts.

Delivery: After booking, you will receive confirmation details and an estimated delivery date. Track your order until it arrives at your doorstep.

Tips for a Successful Online Purchase

Verify Authenticity: Ensure you are purchasing from an authorized seller or the official website to avoid counterfeit products.

Check Return Policy: Understand the return and exchange policies in case you encounter any issues with your purchase.

Warranty: Confirm the warranty details and service support available for the electric scooter.

Customer Support: Choose platforms that offer robust customer support to assist you with any queries or issues during the purchase process.

Conclusion

Booking an electric scooter online is a convenient and efficient way to join the green mobility revolution. With numerous platforms offering a wide range of options, detailed information, and attractive deals, the process has never been easier. By following the tips provided, you can ensure a smooth and satisfying purchase experience, paving the way for a sustainable and eco-friendly commuting future.

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Enhance Your Survey Rewards: Earn Amazon Digital Gift Cards

Introduction:

In today’s digital age, earning rewards through online surveys has become a popular way to make some extra cash or obtain gift cards. Among the variety of rewards available, Amazon digital gift cards stand out as one of the most versatile and appealing options. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how you can enhance your survey rewards by earning Amazon digital gift cards through reputable platforms like FirstOpinion.online.

Understanding Amazon Digital Gift Cards

Amazon digital gift cards are essentially electronic credits that can be used to purchase a wide range of products from the Amazon website. These cards come in various denominations and are easily redeemable during the checkout process. They offer recipients the flexibility to choose from millions of items available on Amazon, including electronics, books, clothing, and more.

Benefits of Amazon Digital Gift Cards

Versatility: Amazon offers an extensive selection of products, ensuring that gift card recipients can find something they truly want or need.

Convenience: With just a few clicks, Amazon digital gift cards can be redeemed and instantly applied to purchases.

No Expiry Date: Unlike some other gift cards, Amazon digital gift cards do not expire, giving you ample time to decide what to buy.

Prime Membership Benefits: Gift card holders can use their balance to subscribe to Amazon Prime or purchase Prime-eligible items.

Easy Gifting: They make excellent gifts for friends, family, or colleagues, allowing them to choose their own presents.

How Paid Survey Websites Work

Paid survey websites like FirstOpinion.online connect users with companies and organizations seeking consumer opinions. Users sign up, complete surveys on various topics, and earn rewards in return. These platforms serve as a bridge between businesses looking for feedback and individuals looking to earn extra income or rewards.

Maximizing Survey Rewards with FirstOpinion.online

FirstOpinion.online is a reputable paid survey website that offers Amazon digital gift cards as one of its reward options. Here’s how you can maximize your survey rewards on this platform:

Complete Your Profile: Provide accurate demographic information to ensure you receive relevant survey opportunities.

Take Surveys Regularly: Log in frequently to check for available surveys and complete them promptly.

Refer Friends: Earn additional rewards by referring friends and family to join FirstOpinion.online.

Participate in Special Offers: Keep an eye out for special promotions or offers that can boost your earnings.

Tips for Maximizing Your Survey Earnings

Be Consistent: Dedicate time each day or week to complete surveys consistently.

Provide Honest Feedback: Companies value genuine opinions, so provide thoughtful and truthful responses.

Stay Engaged: Some surveys may include attention-check questions to ensure respondents are paying attention. Stay engaged to maximize your chances of completing surveys successfully.

Explore Other Reward Options: While Amazon digital gift cards are popular, FirstOpinion.online may offer other reward options that could be equally appealing.

Tips for Using Your Amazon Digital Gift Cards Wisely

Make a Wishlist: Before redeeming your gift card, create a wishlist on Amazon to keep track of items you’re interested in purchasing.

Take Advantage of Deals: Look out for discounts, promotions, and lightning deals to stretch your gift card balance further.

Consider Prime Membership: If you’re not already a member, consider using your gift card balance to subscribe to Amazon Prime for additional benefits.

Save for Big Purchases: If you have a larger purchase in mind, such as a new electronic device or appliance, save your gift card balance until you can apply it towards that purchase.

Conclusion:

Earning Amazon digital gift cards through paid survey websites like FirstOpinion.online is a convenient and rewarding way to make the most of your online survey participation. By following the tips and strategies outlined in this guide, you can maximize your survey rewards and enjoy the flexibility and variety offered by Amazon’s vast selection of products. Start earning today and treat yourself to the items you love with Amazon digital gift cards!

FAQs

1. How do I earn Amazon digital gift cards through FirstOpinion.online?

To earn Amazon digital gift cards, sign up for an account on FirstOpinion.online and complete surveys regularly. Once you accumulate enough points, you can redeem them for Amazon gift cards in the rewards section of the platform.

2. Are Amazon digital gift cards the only reward option available on FirstOpinion.online?

No, FirstOpinion.online offers a variety of reward options besides Amazon digital gift cards. You may also find options such as PayPal cash, other digital gift cards, or even merchandise.

3. Can I redeem partial amounts of my Amazon digital gift card balance?

Yes, Amazon allows you to apply your gift card balance to multiple purchases until the balance is fully depleted. You can also check your gift card balance at any time on the Amazon website.

4. How long does it take to receive my Amazon digital gift card after redeeming points on FirstOpinion.online?

Typically, you’ll receive your Amazon digital gift card code via email or directly to your account on FirstOpinion.online shortly after redeeming your points. However, processing times may vary depending on the platform.

5. Is there an expiration date for Amazon digital gift cards?

No, Amazon digital gift cards do not expire, giving you the flexibility to use them whenever you’re ready to make a purchase on the Amazon website.

6. Can I use multiple Amazon digital gift cards for a single purchase?

Yes, you can use multiple Amazon digital gift cards to pay for a single purchase. During the checkout process, you’ll have the option to apply multiple gift card codes to your order.

7. Are there any restrictions on what I can purchase with Amazon digital gift cards?

Amazon digital gift cards can be used to purchase almost any item available on the Amazon website, including physical products, digital downloads, and even Prime memberships. However, there may be some restrictions on certain products or services.

8. Can I combine Amazon digital gift cards with other forms of payment?

Yes, you can combine your Amazon digital gift card balance with other forms of payment, such as credit/debit cards or Amazon Pay, to complete a purchase if the gift card balance is insufficient.

9. What if I encounter issues with redeeming my Amazon digital gift card?

If you encounter any issues with redeeming your Amazon digital gift card, such as an invalid code or balance discrepancy, you can contact Amazon customer support for assistance.

10. Are there any fees associated with using Amazon digital gift cards?

No, Amazon digital gift cards have no additional fees or expiration dates, making them a convenient and flexible reward option for survey participants on FirstOpinion.online.

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Unlock Premium Rewards & Travel Perks with the Bank of Baroda Varunah Premium Credit Card

Are you a frequent traveler, diner, or online shopper looking for a credit card that rewards your spending habits? Look no further than the Bank of Baroda Varunah Premium Credit Card. This card offers a compelling combination of rewards, travel benefits, and exclusive privileges, making it a great choice for those who prioritize a premium credit card experience.

Earning Rewards:

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Travel Like Royalty:

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Considering the Annual Fee:

The Varunah Premium Credit Card carries an annual fee of Rs. 2,499. However, the card offers a fee waiver option if you spend Rs. 25,000 within the first 180 days of card issuance. This makes the card even more attractive, especially considering the potential rewards and benefits.

Overall, the Bank of Baroda Varunah Premium Credit Card is a compelling proposition for individuals who prioritize rewards on travel, dining, and online spending. With its premium travel perks and welcome benefits, this card can be a valuable addition to your wallet, provided your spending habits align with the reward structure.

Note: Remember to compare this card with other offerings in the market before making a decision. Be sure to consider your spending habits and weigh the annual fee against the potential rewards to determine if this card is the right fit for you.

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