Neowin News Feed for: Retail

GameStop makes shock $125 per share bid to acquire eBay

Paul Hill — Mon, 04 May 2026 07:22:01 +0000

In a massive move that could reshape e-commerce, GameStop is eyeing a multibillion-dollar takeover of eBay. Here is how Ryan Cohen plans to fund the deal and slash costs. Read more...

Apple starts hiring for its first retail store in Malaysia

Justin Luna — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 06:10:01 +0000

Apple has started hiring employees for its first retail store in Malaysia. The company is in need of store managers, technical specialists, support staff, creatives, and salespeople, among others. Read more...

Despite the naysayers, the metaverse is going to disrupt retail, says research group

Paul Hill — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 22:46:01 +0000

Info-Tech Research Group has said the metaverse will likely disrupt the retail sector in a big way in the years to come. It found that retailers, however, found it difficult to know where to start. Read more...

Microsoft Cloud for Retail is hitting general availability on February 1

Usama Jawad — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 05:06:01 +0000

Microsoft's latest cloud vertical, Cloud for Retail, will hit general availability on February 1. The company has also highlighted some opportunities that retailers should be targeting. Read more...

Reliance Jio is leveraging WhatsApp's humongous user base for its retail industry

Karthik Mudaliar — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 06:46:01 +0000

Reliance's JioMart has partnered up with Meta's WhatsApp to offer Indians a new way to shop for groceries. Users can "tap and chat" using WhatsApp and get free delivery with no minimum order. Read more...

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Microsoft announces Cloud for Retail, updates for Dynamics 365 Commerce

Hamza Jawad — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:00:01 +0000

The public preview of the Dynamics 365 B2B e-commerce functionality has now been released, alongside the launch of Cloud for Retail. Firms that utilize Dynamics 365 have also been highlighted. Read more...

Microsoft announces Business Applications Virtual Launch Event for October 10

Hamza Jawad — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 18:46:02 +0000

The free, one-and-a-half-hour event will be held in October, and will offer an in-depth look at new features and capabilities that are being introduced with the Dynamics 365 2019 release wave 2. Read more...

Dynamics 365 gets 74 new features in early access for 2019 release wave 2

Hamza Jawad — Tue, 06 Aug 2019 09:46:01 +0000

Microsoft has announced that early access for 2019 release wave 2 capabilities for its Dynamics 365 services are now available. These include 74 new features that will reach GA status in October. Read more...

Microsoft acquires PromoteIQ to empower retail clients

Hamza Jawad — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 18:10:01 +0000

Microsoft has announced its acquisition of PromoteIQ, a provider of vendor marketing tech to online retailers. The company will become a division within the Microsoft Advertising platform. Read more...

Microsoft introduces digital distribution centers in collaboration with Lenovo and Nvidia

Hamza Jawad — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 10:14:01 +0000

Microsoft is bringing Lenovo's Digital Distribution Center solution into preview. The IoT solution uses AI and ML to transform retail distribution processes, also increasing employee safety. Read more...

Amazon helped 50,000 SMBs generate $500,000 in sales

Paul Hill — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 17:38:01 +0000

Amazon has revealed some statistics about small- and medium-sized businesses operating on its platform. Businesses generating more than $1 million in sales grew by 20% during the last year. Read more...

Amazon's cashierless system is reportedly being tested at a larger store in Seattle

Jay Bonggolto — Mon, 03 Dec 2018 02:22:02 +0000

Amazon is reportedly testing its checkout-free service for bigger stores in an apparent move to shift from smaller spaces. It's also supposed to be bringing that system to Whole Foods. Read more...

Apple Pay is reportedly being tested at a Target store in San Francisco

Jay Bonggolto — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 09:06:01 +0000

Despite its refusal to add support for Apple Pay at its retail stores, Target has been reportedly testing the digital wallet service at its shop in San Francisco, as claimed by a number of shoppers. Read more...

Flipkart Group CEO Binny Bansal steps down over personal misconduct

Ruel Revales — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 19:52:02 +0000

Flipkart, an Indian-based e-commerce business owned by Walmart, has lost its Group CEO Binny Bansal after he resigned from the firm following an investigation into serious personal misconduct. Read more...

Amazon expands Whole Foods Market deliveries to several more areas

Paul Hill — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 09:52:01 +0000

Amazon has expanded the areas in which Whole Foods Market deliveries and pickups are available. The availability of these services will continue to widen with more locations to be added this year. Read more...

Amazon and Whole Foods Market announces 30 minute pick-ups

Paul Hill — Wed, 08 Aug 2018 10:38:01 +0000

Amazon has announced that Whole Foods Market shoppers can pick up deliveries from stores in select areas in as little as 30 minutes after ordering. The service will roll out to more areas this year. Read more...

Apple has a new Store in Tokyo's Shinjuku district

Michael Allison — Thu, 05 Apr 2018 20:14:01 +0000

Apple will be opening a new retail location in Tokyo's Shinjuku this weekend. This marks the first of many retail locations the firm will be bringing to Japan over the coming year. Read more...

iPhone 7 is outselling newer iPhone 8 handsets, analyst says

John Keefer — Mon, 16 Oct 2017 16:04:01 +0000

It appears that the new iPhone 8 units are not resonating with users as well as previous iterations of the Apple smartphones have, according to a new statement from an analyst citing retail feedback. Read more...

Amazon's Dash buttons are going digital, will now show up on the store homepage

Vlad Dudau — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 10:40:01 +0000

Amazon's physical Dash buttons have proven to be such a great success that the giant retailer is bringing them to its digital store. Users will now see virtual Dash button on their Amazon homepage. Read more...

Amazon reportedly launching in Australia in 2017, including brick and mortar stores

Vlad Dudau — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 13:42:01 +0000

Amazon is reportedly looking to expand into Australia and upend the local retail market. The company will launch locally next year, and will even support selling fresh products. Read more...

Microsoft officially launches the Lumia 650 in India for ₹15,299

Usama Jawad — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 12:28:01 +0000

After announcing its latest Windows 10 Mobile device, the Lumia 650 in mid-February to little fan-fare, Microsoft has officially launched the metal-framed handset in India for ₹15,299. Read more...

R18+ video game box art substituted for plain packaging by Target Australia store

Boyd Chan — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 10:18:01 +0000

Recently, shoppers in South Australia spotted a curious change to the the way R18+ video games have been packaged for retail display in Target stores across the state. Read more...

Microsoft showcases Windows 10 in retail, including vending machine with 40in touchscreen

Andy Weir — Sun, 17 Jan 2016 20:16:01 +0000

Microsoft has highlighted examples of its products driving new retail experiences, including the 'Diji Touch' vending machine with a 40-inch touchscreen, powered by Windows 10, Kinect and Azure IoT. Read more...

Apple reportedly getting ready to open new stores in Mexico and Latin America

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 09:24:01 +0000

According to a credible report, Apple is looking to significantly expand its retail locations in Latin America, the first step being a new Apple Store coming soon in Mexico City. Read more...

Samsung's consumer version of the Gear VR is now available in the U.S. for $99

Adrian Potoroaca — Mon, 23 Nov 2015 09:06:01 +0000

Samsung's recently announced Gear VR headset for consumers is now available at several U.S. retailers, and while it won't cost you a kidney, you'll have to be quick with your order. Read more...

Microsoft said to be planning 'experiential' store-in-store retail spaces in the UK

Andy Weir — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 19:20:01 +0000

Microsoft is said to be "working with retailers for experiential stores" in the UK - but rather than opening its own dedicated retail locations, it's reportedly planning store-in-store concessions. Read more...

Microsoft's brand new vision for their retail experience

Chris Dupres — Mon, 26 Oct 2015 01:04:02 +0000

Microsoft has embarked on a radical new direction for the retail stores, and is using their new flagship store opening this week on Fifth Avenue to showcase their ideas, as well as their gadgets. Read more...

Device Night Philadelphia: Retail pros go hands-on with the new Surface Pro 4 and Surface Pen

Camden Krupala — Sun, 25 Oct 2015 09:46:01 +0000

We get an inside look at Device Night event in Philadelphia and watch retail professionals try out all the features of the new Surface Pro 4 and its refreshed accessories. Read more...

Device Night Philadelphia: Retail professionals "bike it out" with Microsoft's Band 2

Camden Krupala — Sun, 25 Oct 2015 09:00:01 +0000

While much of the Device Night event was laid back and relaxing, the fitness booth gave guests some time to burn some serious calories while taking Microsoft's new Band wearable for a literal spin. Read more...

Microsoft Device Night - Philadelphia: We chat with Ben Rudolph and get an inside look

Camden Krupala — Sun, 25 Oct 2015 08:46:01 +0000

We talk with Ben Rudolph and get an inside look at one of the Microsoft events designed to give retail professionals and fans hands-on time with their new products before their release. Read more...

India is (sort of) getting its first Apple Stores next month

Camden Krupala — Tue, 13 Oct 2015 09:04:01 +0000

Apple is partnering with consumer electronics retailer Croma to launch 6 Apple mini-stores to expand their retail presence in India, a largely untapped market of about 1.3 billion people. Read more...

The Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, Band 2, and new Lumias are now on display in Microsoft stores

Camden Krupala — Thu, 08 Oct 2015 20:40:01 +0000

Microsoft now has demo units on display at many of its stores. We visited the retail store in Dallas, Texas to get more information on availability, preorders, and more. Read more...

Microsoft announces opening dates for flagship retail stores in New York City and Sydney

Andy Weir — Wed, 30 Sep 2015 14:10:17 +0000

Microsoft has said that its new flagship stores in Sydney and New York City will open in the next few weeks, and published artists' impressions showing what the new retail locations will look like. Read more...

Here's how Microsoft is training retail staff to pitch Windows 10

Brad Sams — Thu, 09 Jul 2015 13:30:01 +0000

Windows 10 will be arriving at retailers later this month, which means Microsoft is now in the process of training its retail staff and third-party organizations about how to pitch the OS. Read more...

Nokia retail stores are being converted to authorized Microsoft resellers worldwide

Chris Schroeder — Wed, 13 May 2015 20:28:01 +0000

With no Nokia phones or tablets to sell, current existing Nokia stores are receiving a makeover and being converted to Microsoft Authorized Resellers all across the world. Read more...

More than 15,000 ex-Nokia stores are getting a Microsoft makeover worldwide

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 12:28:01 +0000

After purchasing its hardware division, Microsoft will now start rebranding thousands of ex-Nokia stores at an accelerated pace, transforming them into Microsoft retail locations around the world. Read more...

Apple would rather you didn't queue at its stores for its new products

Andy Weir — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 10:11:15 +0000

A leaked Apple memo indicates "a significant change in mindset" for the company, which will now encourage customers to order its new products online, rather than queuing at its stores. Read more...

With Microsoft Bands selling for a premium on eBay, why are retail shelves still empty?

Brad Sams — Wed, 14 Jan 2015 19:36:01 +0000

Microsoft's Band is either a massive hit or the company is not making enough of them as the device is still out of stock at many locations and you cannot buy them through Microsoft's online store. Read more...

Gamestop eyes innovation with Azure-powered stores

Chris Schroeder — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 21:02:01 +0000

The games retail company plans to innovate its store locations with interactive experiences through the power of the cloud. Microsoft's Azure service will be the engine that powers it all. Read more...