Category: walmart

Walmart will take on Amazon with discounted third-party products

[ad_1] As Bloomberg notes, the move is likely a response to similar Amazon programs introduced in the past. Just before the holiday shopping season in 2017, Amazon rolled out “Discount provided by Amazon,” which cuts the prices of third-party products without affecting the money sellers get. A few weeks ago, the e-commerce giant also introduced […]

TP-Link’s $70 WiFi 6 router is destined for Walmart

[ad_1] Those who want a more substantial upgrade can pay $130 for the AX3000 (below). It boosts the peak speed to 2.4Gbps (574Mbps on 2.4GHz) and adds a USB port for your sharing needs. There’s also a slight computational boost through a leap to an unspecified Intel dual-core chip. Both routers will reach Walmart sometime […]

Walmart intros low-cost versions of Roku’s smart soundbar and subwoofer

[ad_1] The soundbar is effectively a Roku Ultra built into a 32-inch audio system. In other words, it’s a one-stop shop if you want both a 4K HDR-capable streaming device and a compact TV speaker upgrade. The Wireless Subwoofer, meanwhile, augments the soundbar with 250W of extra oomph for your blockbuster movies. Neither is going […]

Walmart will reportedly stop selling e-cigarettes

[ad_1] We’ve asked Walmart for comment. It’s not hard to see why the retail chain might be hesitant. Michigan and New York state are in the midst of banning flavored e-cigs, while the federal government also has plans on deck. The CDC has concerns after reports of lung disease that has killed eight, while the […]

Vudu adds parental control to skip adult scenes

[ad_1] In addition to the Family Play feature, Vudu is also introducing new ratings and reviews specifically with parents in mind. The company is partnering with Common Sense Media to include commentary on movies and series that will help parents determine if it is appropriate to show to younger viewers. Vudu is also adding a […]

Walmart sues Tesla after solar panels catch fire at stores

[ad_1] The big-box chain formally accused Tesla of breach of contract, gross negligence and failure to meet industry standards. It wanted Tesla to not only pay damages related to the first, but to remove its panels from over 240 Walmart stores. We’ve asked Tesla for comment. There’s a good possibility Tesla will fight back, though. […]

Walmart pulls displays for violent media after El Paso shooting

[ad_1] Walmart confirmed the move in a statement to Vice, saying it was “out of respect” for the victims of the El Paso and Dayton shootings, and that this “does not reflect” a change in the actual game catalog. You can still buy Call of Duty, you just won’t see it advertised. At the same […]

All Walmart pickup locations now accept SNAP for online grocery orders

[ad_1] Walmart began accepting SNAP for online grocery purchases in a very limited run back in 2017. The company has since expanded the service and plans to continue. It will soon accept SNAP payments at more than 3,100 store locations before the end of the year. Walmart is also participating in a New York-based pilot […]

Walmart uses AI camera tech to track checkout theft at 1,000 stores

[ad_1] The store chain is using tech from several companies, including Everseen. The technology has been in use for the past two years. If you ask the company, it appears to be working. Spokeswoman LeMia Jenkins told BI that shrinkage rates (that is, the loss of goods to theft and accidents) have dropped at stores […]