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AMAZON'S EMBER ARTLINE TV SHIPS APRIL 22

INDUSTRY DESKWED, APR 15, 2026

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Amazon's budget-friendly answer to Samsung's Frame TV will begin shipping on April 22 in the US and Canada. Pre-orders open today.

Amazon introduced the Ember Artline TVs in January without an availability date. The company has now confirmed shipping details and opened pre-orders. Units will ship April 22 in the US and Canada, with the UK and Germany to follow at a later date. The Ember Artline positions itself as a more affordable alternative to Samsung's Frame TV, which displays artwork and photos when not in use. Amazon's approach targets price-conscious consumers seeking similar display flexibility. In addition to the Ember Artline shipping announcement, Amazon unveiled a new Fire TV Stick HD model and introduced fresh features for its Fire TV software platform. The company continues expanding its connected television ecosystem across multiple product tiers and price points.

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