Author Archives: Stewart Wolpin

About Stewart Wolpin

I have been writing about consumer electronics for four decades, including news, reviews, analysis and history for a wide variety of consumer, niche and trade outlets. For the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), I annually update the industry's history and write the official biographies of the CTA Hall of Fame inductees. Aside from writing about consumer technology for a variety of consumer, tech and trade publications, I write a blog and do market research for Digital Technology Consulting. In the non-tech world, I have written "Bums No More: The Championship Season of the 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers" and "The Rules of Neighborhood Poker According to Hoyle." Check out my work at www.stewartwolpin.com.

The 6 Best Paper Shredders Destroy Sensitive Documents in Seconds

Posted on 19 October 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

Get rid of personal data, credit cards, medical information, old IDs, and CDs securely … by turning them into confetti. Read the rest of this roundup here at Popular Mechanics.

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The 9 Best Refrigerators to Keep Your Food Fresh and Organized

Posted on 9 October 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

We gathered the latest picks from popular brands like Samsung, Maytag, and more. Read the rest of this roundup here at Popular Mechanics.

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The 5 Best Sub-$100 Paper Shredders for Junk Mail, Everyday Security, and Tax Season

Posted on 6 October 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

We found five cheap options that balance security, capacity, runtime, and convenience. Read the rest of this roundup here at Popular Mechanics.

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Anker To Add Corporate Name To Product Brands

Posted on 17 September 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

Soundcore, Eufy, and Solix among brands moving under Anker name; company also unveils MindBase AI home hub and Q4 product lineup. Read the rest of this report here at TWICE.com.

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Gary Shapiro’s Grand Adventure

Posted on 28 August 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

A look back at the life and achievements of CTA’s long-time president and CEO as he moves up to his new position as executive chair. Read the rest of this profile here at TWICE.com.

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Kids are heading back to the classroom, so is a lens that slows myopia

Posted on 24 August 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

EssilorLuxottica, by far the world’s largest eyewear company whose brands and retail chains include Ray-Ban, Oakley, LensCrafters, Pearle Vision, and Target Optical, has introduced the Essilor Stellest lens in the U.S., the first eyeglass lens authorized by the FDA clinically shown to … Continue reading →

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Samsung’s Galaxy Buds can now double as hearing aids. Here’s the catch

Posted on 18 August 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

As the two of the biggest-selling Bluetooth earbud brands, Apple and Samsung will soon compete in a category in which neither company has any real expertise: hearing aids. Read the rest of this report here at Techlicious.com.

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Amazon Basics 12-Sheet Cross-Cut Shredder Tested: Compact, Capable, and Affordable

Posted on 3 August 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

For small jobs, this delivers more than its low price suggests. Read the rest of this review here at Popular Mechanics.

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What’s For Dinner? GE Has Some Smart(er) Ideas

Posted on 29 July 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

New smart refrigerator and oven help automate and ease meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking. Read the rest of this report here at TWICE.com.

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2026 Value Electronics TV Shootout: Samsung Snaps Sony TV Streak

Posted on 19 July 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

After seven straight years, Samsung’s OLED topped Sony as the new King of TVs at Value Electronics’ TV Shootout; Sony wins best RGB mini-LED LCD title. Read the rest of this report here at TWICE.com.

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