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Amazon Lets Android Users Test-Drive Apps On Their Phone

May 22, 2012, 7:48 AM by Eric M. Zeman

Amazon is bringing its test-drive feature to handsets with the latest update to its Amazon Appstore for Android. Version 2.6.53, which is officially still in beta mode, lets app shoppers test and use applications directly on their handset before they purchase/download the apps. This feature has been available via the web version of the Appstore for Android, but this marks the first time it is available on smartphones. According to the changelog, the feature is available to only a few Android handsets and for a few individual apps. Amazon didn't say when or if the feature will become more widely available.

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Enemoral

May 24, 2012, 10:58 AM

This

Is also why Windows has a better marketplace than Apple or Google. While not having very many apps, Amazon and Windows have the right idea. Allowing users to freely test apps before use makes sure that purchases aren't wasted or causing frustration.

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