Amazon reveals new streaming devices with Vega OS
Amazon has introduced a slate of new smart television sets and at least one streaming stick that will operate on its new operating system Vega OS.
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Amazon ($AMZN) is an online retailer and technology company based near Seattle, Washington. The company operates the popular Amazon.com online warehouse, which offers discounted prices and shipping with the purchase of a monthly or annual subscription called Amazon Prime. The company also operates the Amazon Prime Video streaming service, Amazon Web Services cloud computing solution, Amazon Music streaming service and Audible audiobook streaming service, and manufactures a line of tablets and smart TV devices under the Fire and Fire TV brands.
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