Should you subscribe to Amazon Prime in Australia?

Over the last two decades, Amazon has grown from an online bookstore into one of the largest tech brands on the planet. No longer just dealing in paperbacks and printing runs, Amazon now sell everything from TVs to wholefoods to clothing. And a huge part of their business model hinges on Amazon Prime. You may have heard of it. It’s a subscription service that incentivizes and rewards shopping through Amazon. Prime Members get access to exclusive deals and bonus perks, like access to Amazon’s Prime Video streaming service. If you’re considering signing up for Amazon Prime in Australia, here’s everything you need to know before you pull the trigger. How is Amazon Prime different in Australia? Martyn Williams In the US, Amazon Prime has an enormous presence. However, the logistical and infrastructure realities involved mean that what Australian Amazon Prime members get for their subscription fee is slightly different to what American Amazon Prime members do. For one, the amount of items on Amazon US that are covered by the free and fast shipping bonuses that your Prime subscription gets you is much larger than those on Amazon’s Australian storefront. Expedited deliveries are also a lot faster for US-based Amazon Prime members. In select cities, Amazon offers delivery times of as little as one hour. It’s frighteningly fast. Amazon Prime members in the US also get access to free audiobooks via Audible Channels, the ability to shop using their voice... Continue reading at 'PC World'

[ PC World | 2023-03-24 03:23:00 UTC ]

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