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Just wait folks..remember most device users have do one extra step to get these apps..if we pressure Amazon enough these terms will change..

In my own case I am going with:

1. Android Market 2. SlideMe 3 GetJar

..when Amazon changes the terms as it should be pricing only at their market pricing at other markets should not bear on pricing at theirs..its a anti-trust potential violation via the collusion implications of anti-trust law..



Users having to go through all of the extra steps just to install and enable the Amazon app is enough reason for not publishing via Amazon's app store.

Also, users have to enable Amazon's 1-click mobile purchasing. A 2nd huge hurdle.


That probably won't be true long-term. Amazon is perfectly capable of cutting deals with manufacturers/carriers to get their apps pre-installed; their MP3 app comes with many Android phones.




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