It might seem like an April Fools' joke, but the Amazon Dash is real.

The small device is available to Amazon Prime members, who can use them to easily re-order a particular product with the touch of the Dash button. Do you regularly run out of laundry detergent? Affix a Tide button near your washing machine, and press the button when you're running low. Amazon will automatically place an order for more detergent, which will be delivered in two days or less, via Amazon Prime.

Dash is designed for products that you buy repeatedly, like cleaning products, toilet paper, and even Keurig cups. Partners include Bounty, Smartwater, Huggies, Tide, Gerber, and more.

Users set up the Dash through the Amazon mobile app, where you choose which product you want a specific Dash unit to order and which payment method you want to use. The button connects to your home Wi-Fi network.

Don't worry, you'll get a smartphone alert whenever an order is placed, so you can cancel it if you (or a curious child) presses the button accidentally. Also, the button will stop taking orders after you press the button until that order is delivered to (once again) prevent accidental or excessive purchases.

Dash is invite-only at the moment, but you can sign up online to receive an invite.

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