This New Smartphone Comes Loaded With Amazon Advertisements
Rahul Kalvapalle — June 28, 2017 — Tech
References: post.alcatelonetouch.us & engadget
E-commerce giant Amazon has paired up with Alcatel to provide an exclusive new smartphone, dubbed the Idol 5S, that allows you to enjoy a wide range of highly desirable features in exchange for exposure to Amazon advertisements and offers.
This new smartphone costs only $200 and comes equipped with a Snapdragon 625 processor, 3 GB of RAM, 32 GB of expandable storage and a crystal-clear 1080p HD display, not to mention both front and rear cameras that work in conjunction with image-stabilization technology. Users have the option of shelling out an extra $80 if they don't want to see advertisements.
Amazon's exclusive Alcatel Idol 5S deal is a fine example of how e-commerce companies can pair up with smartphone manufacturers to offer customers a deal on their device in exchange for advertising exposure.
This new smartphone costs only $200 and comes equipped with a Snapdragon 625 processor, 3 GB of RAM, 32 GB of expandable storage and a crystal-clear 1080p HD display, not to mention both front and rear cameras that work in conjunction with image-stabilization technology. Users have the option of shelling out an extra $80 if they don't want to see advertisements.
Amazon's exclusive Alcatel Idol 5S deal is a fine example of how e-commerce companies can pair up with smartphone manufacturers to offer customers a deal on their device in exchange for advertising exposure.
Trend Themes
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E-commerce-exclusive Smartphones — The trend to provide exclusive smartphones with built-in e-commerce features can disrupt the smartphone industry and expand the potential for mobile advertising to reach new audiences.
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Affordability — The trend towards providing affordable smartphones with premium features can disrupt the smartphone market by increasing accessibility and affordability for the budget-conscious consumer.
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Advertising in Smartphones — The trend towards offering built-in advertising in smartphones can disrupt the advertising industry by providing an opportunity to reach new markets and increase customer engagement.
Industry Implications
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E-commerce — The partnership between Amazon and Alcatel to offer an exclusive smartphone with e-commerce features presents an opportunity for e-commerce companies to expand their reach through mobile devices.
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Smartphone Manufacturing — The trend towards affordable and feature-rich smartphones presents an opportunity for smartphone manufacturers to reach new markets and increase customer engagement.
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Mobile Advertising — The trend towards advertising in smartphones presents an opportunity for the advertising industry by expanding the reach and potential engagement of mobile advertising.
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