In a bold departure from its simple origins as an online shopping site, Amazon.com has officially entered the video streaming industry. At an event in New York, the online retailer unveiled Amazon Fire TV: a first step in its ambitious plans to combine shopping and entertainment. CCTV’s Shraysi Tandon reports from New York.

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Amazon Unveils Fire TV

Shraysi Tandon reports from New York where Amazon.com has recently unveiled Amazon Fire TV; a first step in the website's ambitious plans to combine shopping and entertainment.