Category Archives: TWICE

The Consumer Technology Business In 2022: A Return To Normalcy?

Posted on 2 December 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

As the impact of the pandemic and supply chain problems fade, and even considering lingering economic uncertainty, a sense of normalcy seems to have returned to the consumer tech industry in 2022. Read the rest of this story here at … Continue reading →

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Hip Hop Legend, iTunes And DSP Developers Inducted Into CTA Hall Of Fame

Posted on 29 November 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

CTA inducted eight new members into its Hall of Fame on November 15, 2022, at a gala dinner in New York City. The class of 2022 includes: Read the rest of this recap here at TWICE.com.

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What To Expect At CES 2023 And This Holiday Season

Posted on 21 November 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

CES is usually all about innovation. The focus at CES 2023, however, will be on more than just innovation, but innovation with a purpose. At CES Unveiled in New York City on November 16, 2022, CTA president and CEO Gary Shapiro … Continue reading →

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Holiday Prep: Don’t Forget The Extended Warranty

Posted on 3 November 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

“Would you like fries with that?” was often the way selling extended warrantees was described by consumer technology retailers. And for old-style and expensive mechanical devices such as CD/DVD players and VCRs, buying an extended warranty made perfect sense to consumers – … Continue reading →

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Last Minute Holiday Prep: What Dealers Are Doing Differently This Season

Posted on 25 October 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Just like the Grinch discovered, the holidays come no matter what we do. What are retailers doing differently this season to meet their customer’s needs and spread holiday cheer? Read the rest of this report here at TWICE.com.

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Are Industry Trade Shows Back?

Posted on 21 October 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

As Covid threats seemingly diminish and society returns to some semblance of “normal,” the question for industry folks is – to paraphrase The Clash – should you stay or should you go…to trade shows? Read the rest of this report here … Continue reading →

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OTC Hearing Aids: A New Consumer Tech Product Category Opportunity

Posted on 21 October 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

What do earbud makers and consumer tech retailers need to know about getting into the OTC hearing aid business? Read the rest of this report here at TWICE.com.

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Have Smart Major Appliances Passed The Gimmick Stage?

Posted on 6 October 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Do consumers think smart appliances provide real functionality? Are they worth the price premium? Should retailers recommend smart appliances to their customers? Read the rest of this report here at TWICE.com.

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Esports: How Retailers Can Score High Sales

Posted on 25 September 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Esports are serious events, with the possibility of serious payouts for CE retailers who know their audience. What are esports, and can retailers provide the gear their customers are seeking? Read the rest of this story here at TWICE.com.

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Gaming In Retail: Trends To Watch

Posted on 16 September 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Gaming is a way of life, and your customers engage in it more than you know. What trends do retailers need to know so they can connect better with their gaming customers? Read the rest of this story here at … Continue reading →

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