AMAZON has announced it is giving up on three of its products.
The online retail giant has said some affected customers will be able to claim a refund.
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The Halo Band, Halo View, and Halo Rise was Amazon’s answer to Fitbit.
But the fitness wearable failed to take off.
All three have now been withdrawn from sale.
And all existing Halo devices will be wound down over the next few months.
“We understand this news may be disappointing for you. In the coming weeks, Amazon will fully refund purchase(s) made in the preceding 12 months of Amazon Halo View, Amazon Halo Band, Amazon Halo Rise, and Amazon Halo accessory bands,” the firm said.
“In addition, any unused prepaid Halo subscriptions fees will be refunded to your original payment method.
“If you have a paid subscription, as of today you will no longer be charged the monthly subscription fee.”
Starting from August 1, Halo devices and the Amazon Halo app will stop working.
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It comes as Amazon laid off yet more staff as the company grapples with the economic downturn and a growth slump.
Thousands were already let go earlier this year.
Amazon said anyone who bought a Halo device in the last 12 months will be eligible for a full refund.
If you’re entitled to a refund, Amazon is set to contact you soon.
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