Amazon.co.za is live

Lupus said:
Sadly not, as predicted it's not cheaper and it's catering to local suppliers. Don't see it really taking off unless they can do overseas shipping
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Tech seems cheaper from the super limited amount of things I've looked at.
I'm looking at the Redragon Surara keyboard. R635 on Amazon. R712 on Takealot.
And they're promising delivery by tomorrow on Amazon.
 
Intox said:
Jup same price as Takealot and everyone else, hence my futile attempt to see if Amazon staff are in here watching and hope they would throw us a bone and discount it :ROFL:
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Yeah I misread :-P
 
This is exactly the reason I told people the small amount a tv license cost is nothing compared to the hassle of not having one when you see a great special.
 
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Stinkbeaver said:
Hahaha I think Temu is in a league of its own. Both Takealot and Amazon have an average delivery fee of R70 so far while Temu is still very cheap and free Ds.
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My domestic helper asked me yesterday if Temu is a scam? She says that most of her neighbours who ordered from Temu are complaining that they received incorrect clothing sizes, two left feet, etc.

So not all appears to be rosy in the land of Temu
 
BlackStatic said:
Can get a Fongcore Space A400 from Temu for R60, free shipping, I win.

Jokes aside, that's not bad, it's weird having a second Takealot now, lol.
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And then your eardrums explode and you gotta go shopping for Temu hearing aids. We'll see who's laughing then

Yea it's going to be interesting to watch them fight each other. They just just do a Thunderdome. "2 retailers enter. 1 retailer leaves"
 
Dolby said:
On the product side, I guess they should have :

Echo , Fire Tablet, Fire TV, Kindle, Ring, Blink & eero ...
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When Amazon enters a new market with a physical store presence, there are several factors that might influence whether they launch their electronic products like Fire TVs, Echos, and Ring devices simultaneously:

Amazon likely conducts extensive market research to understand consumer behavior, preferences, and demand in the new market. If there's less familiarity or a lower perceived demand for smart home products or streaming devices, they might delay launching those products initially.

Electronic products, especially those that connect to the internet or use certain frequencies for communication (like Echo or Ring devices), often face stringent regulatory requirements. Amazon may need additional time to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations regarding privacy, data security, and electronics standards in the new country.

Products like Amazon Echo rely on a robust digital infrastructure and a local version of Amazon services like Alexa, which may require localization in terms of language and functionality. Setting up these services to ensure a seamless customer experience can take time.

Establishing a reliable supply chain for electronic goods can be complex, particularly in a new market. This includes setting up local warehouses, sorting out logistics for import and distribution, and possibly setting up local assembly or packaging facilities to reduce costs.

Amazon might strategically choose to introduce their retail presence first to build brand trust and recognition before introducing more advanced technology products. This phased approach can help them to better manage the market entry and not overwhelm new customers with too many new offerings.

In some markets, there may be strong local competitors already established in the electronic product segments. Amazon might use initial store launches to gauge the competitive landscape before deciding how to position their tech products effectively against local brands.
In essence, launching a new store in a country involves navigating complex logistics, regulatory environments, and market conditions, which can lead to staggered product releases based on strategic priorities.
 
Saitama said:
I thought they stopped using drm, did they backtrack or am I misremembering?
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They discontinued their older DRM.... and along with the new DRM they switched to a new format. They like keeping people on their feet. If it's an older book you might get lucky but anything released in the last few years you are out of luck on.

Some people can still manage to strip the DRM by dumping the books from physical Kindles but this seems hit and miss.
 
digitalp said:
When Amazon enters a new market with a physical store presence, there are several factors that might influence whether they launch their electronic products like Fire TVs, Echos, and Ring devices simultaneously:

Amazon likely conducts extensive market research to understand consumer behavior, preferences, and demand in the new market. If there's less familiarity or a lower perceived demand for smart home products or streaming devices, they might delay launching those products initially.

Electronic products, especially those that connect to the internet or use certain frequencies for communication (like Echo or Ring devices), often face stringent regulatory requirements. Amazon may need additional time to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations regarding privacy, data security, and electronics standards in the new country.

Products like Amazon Echo rely on a robust digital infrastructure and a local version of Amazon services like Alexa, which may require localization in terms of language and functionality. Setting up these services to ensure a seamless customer experience can take time.

Establishing a reliable supply chain for electronic goods can be complex, particularly in a new market. This includes setting up local warehouses, sorting out logistics for import and distribution, and possibly setting up local assembly or packaging facilities to reduce costs.

Amazon might strategically choose to introduce their retail presence first to build brand trust and recognition before introducing more advanced technology products. This phased approach can help them to better manage the market entry and not overwhelm new customers with too many new offerings.

In some markets, there may be strong local competitors already established in the electronic product segments. Amazon might use initial store launches to gauge the competitive landscape before deciding how to position their tech products effectively against local brands.
In essence, launching a new store in a country involves navigating complex logistics, regulatory environments, and market conditions, which can lead to staggered product releases based on strategic priorities.
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Nobody asked you, ChatGPT.
 
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