Key facts
- Amazon confirmed job cuts in its devices and services unit.
- The company stated the layoffs were to operate more efficiently and align with its product roadmap.
Amazon cut jobs on Wednesday in its devices and services unit, weeks after rolling out new products including Kindle e-readers and tablet computers. The company confirmed the cuts after a Reuters inquiry. A spokesperson said the company made the difficult decision to eliminate a small number of roles to operate more efficiently and better align with its product roadmap. Amazon also announced a new Alexa-powered alarm clock and photo frame on Wednesday. Earlier this month, Amazon pared about 1,000 jobs in its core retail division.