Stores & marketplaces

Certain smoothie makers sold by Media Markt and Saturn may pose a safety risk and should be inspected.

A new phishing email targets Amazon Prime customers. Why the amount of 8.99 euros is dangerous and what users should watch out for.

Deutsche Post to be renamed DHL: What’s behind the name change and how will it impact the company?

Amazon Moves Up Prime Day 2026: What It Means for Customers and Retailers

Volkswagen Warns of Fake Websites in Car Purchases Volkswagen is cautioning consumers about fraudulent websites when buying cars. Scammers are using deceptively realistic sites and contacts to mislead buyers.

Temu Warns of Two Dangerous Styling Devices Hair dryers and straighteners can overheat or cause electric shocks.

Amazon and Philips take action against counterfeit toothbrush heads; customers urged to check purchases.

Court Allows Penny to Continue App Discounts; Consumer Advocates Fail in Lawsuit but Still See Discrimination Risks

Edeka Advertises with Discount Store Prices, Faces Warning for Potentially Misleading Advertising

Zwilling Recalls Two Enfinigy Kettles Due to Safety Concerns Zwilling is recalling two models of its Enfinigy kettles. A loose handle can lead to severe scalding—one incident has already been reported.

Amazon recently discovered and expelled a North Korean spy within its ranks. His delayed keystrokes gave him away.

Amazon removes a safety feature from wish lists, potentially exposing addresses. Here's what you need to know and how to respond.

Orders from China through platforms like Temu and Shein will be subject to a customs duty of 3 euros per product category.

Ordered expensive tech but received worthless junk? Consumer advocates recommend keeping a few tips in mind when making online purchases.

Camelcamelcamel is a price tracker that shows when a product on Amazon was at its lowest price. It sends you an email when the price drops again.

Joybuy subscription seems cheap, but is it really? After initial confusion, the retailer has now responded.

Amazon has repeatedly adjusted its Prime subscription in the past. Many services have been limited. Is the subscription still worth it?

Order via the app or online, pay in cash—Amazon is now offering this option in a Southern European country.

Apple removes 15 oroducts from store, including 2025 devices and Pro Display XDR.

The discount retailer Action offers a variety of products, including hardware and accessories. Who is behind the brand Battletron?

JD.com aims to shake up the European logistics market with JoyExpress: inside the Chinese company's plans.

Amazon sells cars in the U.S. Now, there are indications of a possible launch in Europe, starting in the United Kingdom.

Who is actually behind Amazon, and how did the company come to be? TECHBOOK takes a look back at more than 30 years of Amazon's history.

Alibaba is a Chinese technology and commerce group that originally launched with Alibaba.com. Today, the company encompasses much more.

Starting in July 2026, packages from budget retailers such as Temu, Shein, or AliExpress will become more expensive.

The consumer advice center has compiled a list of fake online shops that customers should avoid and provides tips on identifying fake shops.

Apparently, a line on the barcode of Kaufland price tags indicates how long a product will remain in the assortment.

Cleverbuy customers have increasingly reported missing payments. Now, the consumer protection agency has issued an official warning.

What happens after you order a product from the online retailer Amazon? TECHBOOK visited an Amazon logistics center in Brandenburg.