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Rayovac parent hires a Dell exec to lead push into e-commerce.

Robb Miller joins Spectrum Brands as vice president of global e-commerce

Posted 01/25/2013Don DavisPost a comment

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Amazon buys a text-to-speech software company

Ivona Software gives the e-retailer a piece of voice, a key mobile technology.

Posted 01/25/2013Bill SiwickiPost a comment

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Do consumers want same-day shipping?

Retailers post mixed reviews.

Posted 01/24/2013Katie DeatschPost a comment

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It’s still the App Store and the Appstore, for now

A federal judge dismisses Apple’s false advertising claim against Amazon over the store name.

Posted 01/03/2013Bill SiwickiPost a comment

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RadioShack fills two executive jobs

The consumer electronics retail chain continues to search for a new CEO.

Posted 12/21/2012Allison EnrightPost a comment

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Redbox and Verizon take on Netflix in streamed entertainment

Redbox Instant by Verizon will charge the same monthly rate as Netflix’s service. 

Posted 12/14/2012Thad RueterPost a comment

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Holiday shopping across channels

Retailers use subtle cues to encourage site visitors to go into stores.

Posted 12/14/2012Paul DemeryPost a comment

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Europe follows the U.S. lead in enabling discounting of e-books

Four big publishers and Apple Inc. agree to allow discounting, in a win for Amazon. 

Posted 12/14/2012Allison EnrightPost a comment

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Office Depot debuts one-hour, in-store pickup for online orders

Customers receive an e-mail when their orders are ready at stores.

Posted 12/10/2012Amy DustoPost a comment

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Amazon launches a high-end fashion site in the U.K.

The Premium Store includes free U.K. delivery and free returns within 30 days.

Posted 12/06/2012Amy DustoPost a comment