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During turbulent times, buying groups provide a lifeline to dealers by sharing their knowledge, advice, and deep vendor relationships. With so much to deal with in this somewhat chaotic environment, buying groups are reaching out with a variety of offerings.
“Most of our communications are self-serving, as we find there will never be a one-size-fits-all solution,” says Patrick McCarthy, executive director, Azione Unlimited.
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Say goodbye to long cable runs! Juke Audio's new product, AudioMate, allows you to wirelessly incorporate TVs, Record Players, and subwoofers across all areas of your home or commercial space. Learn More
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The Pepcom Spring Spectacular! 2026 event, May 7 at New York City's Metropolitan Pavilion, stayed true to its mantra, with a host of exhibiting companies showing off what's new in tech, home and health.
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Consumers use a number of advanced artificial intelligence platforms to perform due diligence for purchases, but one stands out from its competitors.
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Compact and lightweight, Element's 32-inch smart portable Google TV is designed to move with you, whether that's room to room in your home, your dorm, RV or even on the go. With an approximate battery life of up to 4 hours and a lightweight design with handle to carry, it's easy to watch what you want, where you want. Discover now
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TWICE is proud to hold its annual VIP Awards once again. The thirteenth edition of the awards will celebrate the best features, design, and value that new products are bringing to consumers and give retailers and distributors a chance to honor difference-makers in their businesses.
Every VIP Award Winner will receive:
- Coverage in the September VIP Issue of TWICE, as well as on TWICE.com and the TWICE eNewsletter
- A press release, social graphics, and digital banners, as well as a fully licensed winner’s badge to aid in-house promotion
- All of the winners’ assets will be fully licensed and can be used both indefinitely and internationally on marketing materials, packaging, displays, etc
The entry deadline is Friday, June 19, by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.
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Graber has announced the launch of a comprehensive Spring 2026 update to its premium custom window treatments. This includes an expansion of its Zigbee motorization platform across more shade categories, the introduction of new 2026 fabrics and colors, and upgrades to some of its core product offerings.
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It's too early to say if Denon AVR-X2900H can dethrone the Award-winning Sony, but this compelling first outing carries some noticeable audio upgrades to make the upcoming battle of the AVRs even more exciting.
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CEDIA recently announced it has launched its first-ever in-house research division, and will present initial findings from the 2026 U.S. Smart Home Technology Market Assessment during the 5th annual CEDIA Town Hall at CEDIA Expo. The session will also preview upcoming research initiatives and outline CEDIA's long-term strategy for its newly established research function, led by Ryan Bardach, the newly appointed director of research.
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1978-2026
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