The expanded options will allow shoppers in smaller communities to access the Prime benefit of unlimited same-day free delivery when spending over $25 at checkout, as well as the option to shop Amazon’s everyday essentials, including affordable pantry items and household goods.

All the attention right now is on Prime Day, but Amazon is shaking things up in several other big ways—and these changes will affect employees, vendors, and shoppers. The e-commerce platform is fighting to stay relevant amid generative AI advances and shifts in consumer-buying habits due to rising inflation and tariffs.

In the latest development, the e-commerce giant says it's eyeing San Antonio as a potential location for its cutting-edge delivery program. If implemented, customers could receive their orders in as little as 60 minutes — no more panic-rushing to the store for a last-minute birthday gift.

The company continues to expand its same and next-day delivery results. So far in 2025, Amazon said the number of items delivered same or next-day increased by more than 30% over the same time last year. Amazon Prime cost $14.99 a month or $139 a year.

Amazon Prime Student costs just $7.49 a month or $69 per year. Once you head on over to the Prime for Young Adults page, you can sign up for a free six-month free trial before any charges will be made to your account. To unlock full access to Prime for Young Adults, you’ll have to be between the ages of 18 and 24, and be able to verify that.

Amazon Prime launched a new membership program for 18 to 24 year olds. There are tons of perks, and even more for Prime Day 2025. Here's what to know.

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