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Amazon Introduces Interactive Ads on Prime Video, Enhancing Shoppability During Pauses

New ad formats include shoppable carousel ads, interactive pause ads, and brand trivia ads, aiming to integrate e-commerce with streaming.

Overview

  • Amazon's new ad formats on Prime Video allow users to shop directly from their screens during pauses and ad breaks.
  • Interactive pause ads will display products and offer ‘Add to Cart’ options, enhancing viewer engagement with brands.
  • Shoppable carousel ads enable viewers to browse multiple products during commercial breaks, resuming content when interaction ends.
  • Brand trivia ads provide product information and rewards, aiming to educate and incentivize purchases.
  • Despite the new features, viewers can opt out of ads by paying an additional monthly fee, amidst mixed reactions from the subscriber base.