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# Why did Amazon cut 250 jobs in its devices unit despite new product launches? What employees were told

What we know so far: 3 reports from 3 outlets, first at 29 Oct, 13:49 IST, latest at 1 Nov, 20:14 IST. Headlines and summaries are quoted from each outlet, oldest first; each links to the original report.

1. Thursday 29 October
2. 13:49 IST Hindustan Times [Amazon cuts 250 jobs in devices unit weeks after new product launches](https://allindia.news/s/b10107a496f1) (original: https://www.hindustantimes.com/business/amazon-cuts-250-jobs-in-devices-unit-weeks-after-new-product-launches-101793257606781.html)

Amazon has cut up to 250 jobs in its devices and services unit, following roughly 1,000 cuts in its retail division earlier this month.

3. 14:55 IST The Hindu [Amazon cuts more jobs, in devices unit, after flurry of product rollouts](https://allindia.news/s/f5d2240e6196) (original: https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/amazon-cuts-more-jobs-in-devices-unit-after-flurry-of-product-rollouts/article71638857.ece)

"We've made ‌the difficult decision to eliminate ‌a small number of roles," a spokesperson said without elaborating

4. Sunday 1 November
5. 20:14 IST Mint [Why did Amazon cut 250 jobs in its devices unit despite new product launches? What employees were told](https://allindia.news/s/9a8df2122c38) (original: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/why-did-amazon-cut-250-jobs-in-its-devices-unit-despite-new-product-launches-what-employees-were-told-11793540782696.html)

Amazon has cut up to 250 jobs in its devices and services division, mainly affecting software development roles. The company cited efficiency and changes to its product plans, while employees were informed through early morning texts and emails.