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September 18, 2015

Amazon's $50 tablet may tempt shoppers

  • Amazon is counting on the low price to drive sales of a device that hooks people on watching video, reading books, playing games and shopping.
  • By MICHAEL LIEDTKE
    AP Technology Writer

    SAN FRANCISCO — Amazon is dangling a $50 tablet computer in its latest attempt to lure consumers who can't afford or don't want the more expensive Internet-connected devices made by Apple and other rivals.

    The 7-inch Fire tablet unveiled Thursday marks Amazon's most aggressive attempt yet to undercut Apple, which has been the market leader since its first iPad went on sale five years ago. The least expensive iPad Mini, which has an 8-inch screen, currently sells for $270.


     
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