Today we have a wonderful guest post from fellow blogger Anum Yoon.
If you’ve become a convert to the convenience of shopping on Amazon this holiday season, you already know that an Amazon Prime membership can save you a ton of cash on shipping. As many as 80 million people worldwide may already be basking in the glow of free two-day shipping.
As if the promise of never fighting for a parking spot at the mall again weren’t enough, Amazon Prime offers lots of other great perks for members. Are you taking full advantage of all your membership privileges? Try these extra features on for size:
Access to Critically Acclaimed Shows and Movies
You might just be tempted to ditch Netflix, since your Amazon Prime membership lets you watch more TV and movies than you could possibly sit through. In addition to an evolving list of movie titles, Amazon Prime also gives you access to some amazing original programming. “Transparent” is an Emmy winner and critical darling — “The Man in the High Castle” and “Mozart in the Jungle” are also definitely worth checking out.
Grocery Delivery Services at Your Fingertips
Too busy to hit the market on your way home from work? Amazon lets you click away to order food and household items that need replenishing.
Free Music Streaming With Amazon Prime Music
Download the Amazon Music app for access to over one million free songs to stream over your smartphone or other devices. You’ll get access to playlists and even songs you’ve already purchased, so your long car commute to work never has to be held hostage by the inane chatter of the local morning DJs again.
Discounts for No-Rush Shipping
Amazon Prime’s signature benefit is fast, free delivery of all your stuff. What many people don’t realize is that Amazon will actually pay you to be a little more chill about when you get your stuff. If you don’t need an item in two days, you can choose No-Rush Shipping to receive promo credit on your account for your next purchase. That’s free money for planning ahead, people!
Access to the Kindle Lending Library
Not sure you’re going to like that new bestseller that everyone’s raving about? No problem. If you’ve got a Kindle, you can just borrow the book for free. You can keep a title on your Kindle for as long as you like, but you can only borrow one free book at a time, so you’ll have to “return” your download before you choose another freebie. If you end up loving it, you can always buy it to keep on your device permanently.
Encouragement to Be a Better Roommate
Amazon lets you share your free shipping benefit with up to four other people, as long as you all live at the same address. All you have to do is register them on your account and your family or roomies can all get your free shipping at no extra cost. It’s no skin off your nose, and they’ll love you for it, so here’s to familial peace and harmony in the New Year.
With all of the perks and privileges of Amazon Prime membership, it’s nearly impossible to imagine life without it. Whether you’re a pop culture hound who’s in it for the music and movies or an avowed mall-hater who doesn’t want to leave the house, there’s something here that’s just right for you.
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I had no idea all these perks come with Amazon Prime. Thanks for sharing. We may need to re-think our Netflix subscription and go with Amazon instead.
You’d have to consider which shows you’re watching, but otherwise a switch may be in order.
I love Amazon Prime!
I miss my Amazon Prime membership so badly. I used it a lot as a college student, but then I just didn’t want to pay the $79 when I graduated. Someday I’ll buy it again when I desperately need a lot of quick shipping.
Amazon Prime definitely sounds amazing, but I haven’t had a year yet when I spend $80 on Amazon shipping. If I used it all the time though, I would totally get onboard.
I think it can make sense as long as you use some of those other benefits, but if it’s just for the shipping, I understand your point.
And now there’s another benefit to your Amazon Prime membership: 20% off video games
. Another nice perk!
Even more good news! Amazon Prime (One Year Membership)
is going on sale this weekend for $73 (discounted from the usual $99). The sale starts Friday at 9 pm and runs until Sunday at midnight.