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The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced the honorees for the CES 2024 Innovation Awards, which recognize outstanding design and engineering in consumer technology products. This year, there were over 3,000 submissions, with the top categories being 'digital health' and 'sustainability, ecodesign & smart energy.' The Best of Innovation list includes products from various categories, such as human security, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Some notable products showcased at CES 2024 include Klipsch speakers inspired by iconic American music cities, Lumi mounts for mounting TVs over fireplaces, Noorio security cameras for smart homes, Proclaim Health's Custom-Jet Oral Health System, SeerGrills' AI-powered grill, SwissTech's high-tech Swiss innovation start-ups, Sylvox's range of full-scene TVs, Timekettle's X1 Interpreter Hub for language translation, TissenBioFarm's sustainable alternative meat, and Vuzix's Ultralite S AR smart glasses. These products offer unique features and benefits for different purposes, such as music enjoyment, home security, oral health, cooking, language translation, and augmented reality experiences. The full list of honorees will be announced during CES 2024. [Extracted from the article]

This article from TWICE: This Week in Consumer Electronics challenges the conventional wisdom that mounting a TV above a fireplace is a bad idea. The author argues that with the introduction of full-motion TV wall mounts, the previous objections to this mounting option no longer hold water. These full-motion mounts allow viewers to adjust the TV to eye level, eliminating the problem of neck strain. They also address concerns about picture quality and heat damage. The article concludes that, despite continued articles against this mounting option, a high-quality, full-motion mount can effectively address all objections. [Extracted from the article]

Information about a roundtable about the trends and future of home audio electronics. Highlights of the discussions include the growing availability of component audio, wireless-multiroom speakers, and home and portable digital-to-analog converters. Also forecasted is the growing sales of Dolby Atmos surround sound technology from Dolby Laboratories in 2015. Panelists of the event include Robert Goedken of Yamaha Corp., Blair Tripodi of Sound United, and Mike Woulfe of Sony Electronics.

The article provides an overview of the development of consumer electronics (CE) in the U.S. in 2013. Market research company NPD Group Inc. reported a 7% decline in CE retail sales industrywide from November 18 to December 22. Retail corporation Wal-Mart Stores Inc. revealed an expansion of its disc-to-digital service at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The Super Bowl season has kicked the demand for 55-inch television for manufacturers and retailers.

The article evaluates several Android electronic products and accessories, including the MobiTour Bluetooth speaker from iLuv, the Every1 case for the Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone from Petra, and Android tablet computers from Coby Electronics Corp. INSET: WHO WE ARE.

Several charts are presented to show the consumer electronics retail dollar share rankings, by category, for the 10-month period of January through October 2011, including television, home audio and portable audio.

This article focuses on new trends in digital antennas, as of August 2005. With the new U.S. Federal Communications Commission mandate to include digital TV tuners in 50 percent of all televisions measuring 25 inches to 35 inches, and 100 percent in sets 36 inches and up, the demand for antennas to access digital signals is becoming a critical part of the TV environment. Also, the only way consumers can receive free off-air broadcast TV continues to be through the antenna. Factor in a retailer's add-on benefits for an antenna sold to a consumer who has just purchased a digital TV (DTV), and the importance of the antenna accessories category at retail takes on additional importance. Jasco offers two new indoor high definition TV (HDTV) antennas, said by the company to deliver outstanding performance and incorporate contemporary design elements that are consistent with the high-tech look of TV hardware. Also, available from the broadline-based product company is the GE Contempo digital antenna, which receives HDTV signals for the most sophisticated televisions on the market. The other market opportunity for DTV/HDTV antennas is the outdoor market. And in the outdoor market, new technology with smaller antenna systems that are easy to install and can be mounted practically anywhere is going to be the driving force behind new consumer purchases for outdoor antennas.

This article predicts the strong performance of the consumer electronics accessory industry in the U.S. in the second half of 2004. Accessories continue to be a key force within the industry, counted on to help drive overall retail profit margins in the wake of eroding video price points and continued slowed audio sales. Made up of some 10 individual categories, ranging from headsets and remote controls to home theater furniture and portable storage bags, accessories should remain a vigorous source of retail business. Key trends that are contributing to this are the proliferation and churn of cellphones, increasing interest on the part of consumers to transporting and personalizing their electronics, and new consumers entering the market. Teenagers, female and Hispanic consumers are increasingly interested in accessories. The launch of new proprietary GE-branded surge protection line has been well received and is resulting in record sales. The clear and unmistakable trend in the audio/video category continues to be home theater. With strong sales projected in a wide range of hardware categories, there is a huge opportunity at retail to drive consumers to accessories that will enhance new digital products.

Introduces several portable storage bags for laptop computers and other handheld communication devices from several companies. Contour Pro computer case from Kensington; TXL line of over-the-shoulder carrying cases from Targus; NE-TL2 Top Loading X Case from Belkin.

Lists 100 United States retailers ranked by total combined retail sales of consumer electronics and major appliances in 1998. Name of company; Headquarters; Web address; Sales in 1997 and 1998; Includes Best Buy, Circuit City and Sears.

Higher-end home audio solutions give dealers the opportunity to buttress themselves against the factors of ASP regression and COVIDera sales, while simultaneously providing customers with an experience they will surely appreciate. 8 Perspective JANUARY 2021 | TWICE.COM Higher-End Audio Offers Opportunity To Dealers In 2021 Higher-end home audio solutions provide opportunities against Average Selling Price regression and COVID-era sales T he home entertainment retail landscape was unique this year because most, if not all, of the alternatives to at-home entertainment experiences were taken off the board. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the sales of electronic accessories as of November 2010. It states that consumers of electronic products are regularly being introduced to new technology and products. The popularity of smaller laptops, tablet computers, smartphones and Digital Single Lens Reflex cameras (DSLRs) was observed among consumers. The article provides insight to the key products in the fourth quarter of 2010 and why accessory bags and cases should be considered by retailers.

The article features several global positioning system (GPS) devices including the Magellan Maestro 4350, Goodyear GPS GY145 and Garmin nuvi 275T.

The article predicts a growth in sales of video-centric portable media players in 2006 and build momentum by the end of the decade according to analysts and marketers. The role of Apple's anticipated entry into the category in the fourth quarter in the growth of the segment is cited. The other factors which will contribute to the increase in sales of video-centric portable players are cited. The article also offers information on several portable media players. A chart is also presented that lists U.S. sales of portables from 2005 to 2010. INSETS: Definitions Of Video MP3s, PMP Devices;Will PCs Or DVRs Drive PMP Sales?.

This section presents graphical representations that feature the Consumer Electronics Association's forecast on the U.S. consumer electrics industry, as of November 2004.

Features wireless electronic devices for the Wireless 2002 Exhibition in the U.S. CDMA 1X and 1xEV-DO PC cards from AirPrime; CDMA 1X cellular phones from Audiovox; Bluetooth headset from Jabra.

The article offers information related to smart home retailing and consumer electronics technologies in the U.S. Several topics being discussed include the increasing interest in smart homes due to increased mid-market product introductions from brands as well as the integration of jobs with many do-it-yourself solutions and the growing relevance of the internet of things.

The article evaluates electronics appliances including the FlexWash and FlexDry, the 4K Ultra HD LED TVs, and iLX-107 AM/FM receiver.

The article offers ideas for homeowners regarding the consumer technology trend in 2019 in the U.S. It offers insight from several top buying industry leaders on the growing trend in the market and the growth of connectivity in the sector. The leaders also anticipate more connectedness of everything in the consumer's kitchen such as voice through Google Home Hub or through devices from Whirlpool and others.

The article presents a discussion of what will be the breakout products or catalysts for 2019 and those that will have the largest effect on the household electronics industry.

The article presents the lists of the top 10 electronic appliance makers in 2018 including GE Appliances, BSH Home Appliances, and Sharp Home Appliances.

The article discusses the release of the Predator Orion 9000 gaming desktop from electronics company Acer Inc. and the Chromebook Plus laptop computer from South Korean electronics manufacturer Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.

The article discusses the 25th Annual Consumer Technology Holiday Purchase Patterns Study by the Consumer Technology Association in the U.S. Topics mentioned include the expected rise of technology spending during the 2018 holiday season, claim of many Americans on their plan to shop online for technology and those who plan to shop in brick-and-mortar stores during the season, and the top technology gifts that consumers most want to receive, such as television, laptop, and smartphone.

The article offers information on the CES exhibition to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 8 to 11, 2019 which will feature LG Electronics president I. P. Park, Dr. Lisa Su and Ginni Rometty of IBM as speakers.

The article discusses the outlook for voice-activated smart devices in online shopping. Topics discussed include survey by digital marketing consultant firm Adtaxi indicating that purchases by voice assistants will reach 40 billion dollars by 2022, convenience as key feature of the technology that foster instant gratification to users, and potential uses of voice activated smart devices in household appliances. Also mentioned are risk issues to privacy in voice-activated technology.

The article discusses survey by market researcher TWICE and their research partner Creative Channel Services to know about the security concerns of consumers when buying connected devices in which privacy issues were found to be pressing than pricing. Topics discussed include how consumers wanted to buy connected gears from Consumer Electronic (CE) specialty retailers, concerns of shoppers regarding the Internet of Thing (IoT), and chart related to the smart home survey.

The article lists the winners of the 2016 This Week In Consumer Electronics (TWICE) Pick Awards, which honors some of the products at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2016, including Belkin Watch Valet Charge Dock, Clarion Full Digital Sound and Lenovo Y27 Gaming Monitor.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various articles within the issue on topics including fourth-quarter selling season for consumer electronics sector in 2018, and the home technology trade show and conference CEDIA Expo to be held in San Diego, California.

The article reports on the partnership of Capitol with TCL at the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) Expo 2018 to feature TCL's 65 inches 6-series 4K UHD Roku TV.

The article offers information on several products including the Smart All-in-One Care washer and dryer from Whirlpool, WMD24400W washer dryer from Blomberg and WW6850N Washing Machine from Samsung.

The article offers information on several products including the Roomba 690 from iRobot, Powerbot R7070 Pet Robot Vacuum from Samsung and Botvac D7 Connected from Neato.

The article offers information on the JBL Bar Studio from electronics and loudspeakers manufacturer JBL and Sanus LT25-B1 Tilt TV Bracket from television wall mounts manufacturer Sanus.

The article offers information on the CES 2018 to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada from January 9-12.

The article offers information on research conducted by data-tracking companies IDC and Gartner revealing that worldwide shipments of traditional personal computers in the third quarter of 2017 remained flat or were slightly decline. It reveals that IDC’s research depicted shipments of desktop, notebook, and workstation computers totaled 67.2 million while Gartner reported worldwide shipments at 67 million units.

The article offers information on the household and consumer electronics industry in the U.S. Several topics include Monster partnering with Tidal for a hurricane relief effort, Sphero introducing a diminutive version of its popular robotic ball, and Robbie Cabral, founder of smartlock manufacturer BenjiLock, appearing on ABC’s “Shark Tank” to secure investment from Mark Cuban, A-Rod and Co.

The article offers information on the Intel Speech Enabling Developer Kit for Amazon Alexa designed to provide a complete audio front-end solution for far-field voice control.

The article offers a preview of the Fire Tv, a high definition television which comes with Alexa Voice Remote and Dolby Atmos Audio.

The article offers information related to the consumer electronics manufacturing industry in the U.S. A survey conducted by digital content and advertising provider Mode Media reveals that manufacturers need to focus their promotional firepower on millennials, generally described as those born between the 1980s and the turn of the century. An overview about mobile phones, tablets, and other consumer electronics is presented.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of using technological innovations and various electronic equipment at his home.

The article offers brief information on several Dolby Atmos speakers from Klipsch Group Inc. such as the R-26FA tower speaker and the R-14SA elevation speaker.

The article discusses developments for the magazine "TWICE: This Week in Consumer Electronics" in the coming months including changes that enhance the editorial coverage and hot products.

The article offers updates in the consumer electronics and technology industry including innovations, wireless technology, and wearable health and fitness.

An interview with Bill Lee, vice president of electronic products manufacturer Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., is presented. He mentions that bringing the categories of home monitoring and safety effectively to make "do it yourself" systems will be important in expanding the smart home market. He states that voice control played a big role in driving the adoption of smart home. He says that devices that increase connectivity and convenience will be significant for the home.

The article discusses the release of the Easy Button with built-in technology for small-business owners to order products through text speech from American supply chain store Staple Inc.

The article discusses the holiday promotions surveys on technologies issued by shopping site BestBlackFriday.com in which customers are mostly interested to buy including mobile phones, televisions and computers.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various reports within the issue on topics including the Alexa Voice Service, Google Home platform and Google assistant.

The article evaluates several electronics including the SonicFuel line headphones from Audio-Technica, the KeyFolio Thin Folio Keyboard from Kensington, and the Bean sound amplifier from Etymotic Research Inc.

The article offers information on market potential of outdoor televisions in the U.S. in 2013. It reports that vendor SunBriteTV LLC has launched a lowercost weather-resistant television sets to regional audiovisual (A/V) chains in the year 2011. It reports that the growth of U.S. television market is slow but the outdoor and water-resistant TV segment has potential to bring growth in the market.