In Retailwire: Amazon is opening its first physical store in Manhattan. Real effort or a look to establish a presence? Isn't their presence already on every smart phone?
" ... Rumors about Amazon.com opening stores have been around for years. Now, according to The Wall Street Journal, the rumors will become reality when the e-commerce giant opens its first store (if you don't count subsidiaries) on one of the busiest streets in the U.S. — 34th Street in New York City.
The store, which will be located across from the Empire State Building, will be used as a place for customers to pick up orders and to make returns or exchanges. It will also serve as distribution center for couriers making same-day deliveries in Manhattan. Many things are not known about the store, including how much if any inventory will be on display, the size of the space, the length of the store lease, etc. .... "
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