Amazon plans to expand the company staff division Lab126, where, among other things, the tablet Kindle were developed and other consumer electronics Amazon.
According to the publication, in 2019, Amazon is planning to increase the number of laboratory staff Lab126 since 3000 (as of 2013 tax year) up to 3757 people. And, in accordance with the agreement signed with the government of California, increasing staff, Amazon will receive tax benefits in the amount of $ 1.2 million.
It is reported that in Lab126, Amazon will invest about $ 55 million. Employees of this department will continue to develop new devices, including wearable electronics and gadgets for the smart home system. Now, according to sources, Amazon is testing a simple Wi-Fi-device for quick shopping in your online store. For example, they can be placed in the kitchen and the user at the touch of a button will be able to order a detergent.
I must say that this year, Amazon shares fell nearly 20%. Smartphone Fire Phone, which debuted last summer, showed weak sales, not lived up to expectations.