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.

Four Stylish New Over-the-counter Hearing Aids

Posted on 9 March 2020 by Stewart Wolpin

Coloring your hair can conceal creeping gray, but it’s harder to disguise another age indicator, hearing loss. That’s especially true if you refuse to wear a hearing aid because you think your only option is the large old-fashioned variety. Today’s … Continue reading →

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Are Game Designers, Retailers Missing An Untapped Customer Base?

Posted on 6 March 2020 by Stewart Wolpin

When someone mentions “gamers,” the stereotypical visual that’s conjured is of an engrossed male teenager. If you create, market or sell games and gaming gear with this male Gen Z stereotype as your avatar, not only is this image incomplete, … Continue reading →

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TCL Teases Flexible AMOLED Smartphone Prototypes

Posted on 6 March 2020 by Stewart Wolpin

Foldable phones such as the aptly-named Samsung Galaxy Fold, its second-generation successor the Galaxy Z Flip, and the reborn Motorola RAZR, are suddenly…a thing. So self-professed “fast follower” TCL, which will enter the U.S. smartphone market this spring with its … Continue reading →

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Pro-Installed vs. DIY Home Security Systems

Posted on 3 March 2020 by Stewart Wolpin

When purchasing a home security system, one of the first decisions is whether to install it yourself or have a professional install it for you. The equipment needed to safeguard your home – primarily security cameras (indoor, outdoor, and doorbell), … Continue reading →

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Auto Tech Exhibits To Move To New LVCC West Hall For CES 2021

Posted on 24 February 2020 by Stewart Wolpin

While CES 2020 has entered the history books, CES 2021 promises to make history. That’s because next year’s CES will now include the new West Hall, the behemoth construction this year’s show attendees saw rising majestically in what had been the parking … Continue reading →

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Our Favorite 7 Cases for Samsung Galaxy S20 Phones

Posted on 18 February 2020 by Stewart Wolpin

Buying one of the three new Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra phones is an investment,with prices starting at just under $1,000. And like with any sizable investment you make, you’ll want to protect it – in this instance with a … Continue reading →

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My CES 2020 Coverage

Posted on 10 January 2020 by Stewart Wolpin

As I have for the last 35 years or so, I helped cover the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) for the official CES Show Daily, published by TWICE. Here is a sampling some of my pre-show and on-the-spot reporting. FCC Chair … Continue reading →

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Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2020 Awards

Posted on 9 January 2020 by Stewart Wolpin

I contributed to Techlicious’ top CES 2020 top products roundup. You can read the entire roundup of products here.

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Telehealth Apps Make Dental Care More Affordable and Convenient

Posted on 18 December 2019 by Stewart Wolpin

What do many people fear more than a dentist? A dentist’s bill. That’s particularly true for many older Americans. According to a National Health Interview Survey, in 2017 less than a third of adults 65 and older had dental insurance. … Continue reading →

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11 Steps To Easily Set Up Your New iPhone

Posted on 17 December 2019 by Stewart Wolpin

If you have bought a new iPhone, follow these steps for the best way get it up and running quickly and smoothly. And then, take time to tweak some of the iOS settings for a more enjoyable iOS 13 experience. Read the … Continue reading →

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