Amazon launches 30-minute delivery in dozens of cities

Amazon has long been known for fast delivery speeds, but for certain products in certain cities, that speed just got a lot faster. On Tuesday, Amazon announced a wide rollout for Amazon Now, a new service that aims to get products to consumers in 30 minutes or less. Amazon Now is widely available in metro areas such as Seattle, Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Dallas-Fort Worth. Amazon is also expanding availability in dozens more cities now, including Minneapolis, Orlando, and Phoenix. You can check to see if Amazon Now is already available in your area at amazon.com/now. Mashable 101 Fan Fave: Vote for your favorite creator today! "Amazon Now is for when you need or want the convenience of getting your Amazon order delivered in 30 minutes or less,” Amazon executive Udit Madan said in the press release. “With thousands of items available for ultra-fast delivery, you can get everything from groceries for dinner, to AirPods before a flight, to household essentials like laundry detergent or toothpaste delivered right to your door.” As of right now, Amazon Now is mostly focused on things that people might need in a hurry. This includes produce, dairy, and eggs, baby supplies, and even alcoh