Tag Archives: CTA

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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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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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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Back-To-School 2022: What Gear Will Students Be Buying?

Posted on 1 August 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Will college-bound students be buying new PCs? Will supply chain or inflation concerns dampen inventories or demand? What other back-to-school gear will be hot this season? Read the rest of this report here at TWICE.com.

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Consumer Tech 2022: The State of the Industry

Posted on 28 July 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

How are manufacturers and retailers holding up under multiple supply chain, product and component shortages, the Great Resignation, distribution backlogs, fuel prices, and inflation/recession pressures? Read the rest of this report here are TWICE.com.

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‘Industry Stalwart’ Robert Heiblim Dies

Posted on 11 January 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Long-time consumer technology executive, consultant, and CTA committee chair and division head Robert Heiblim, 69, died last Friday, January 7, after a long battle with cancer. Read the rest of this obit for my friend Robert Heiblim at TWICE.com here.

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What To Expect At CES 2022

Posted on 22 November 2021 by Stewart Wolpin

New Exhibit Hall, New Keynoters, New Transportation, New Covid Measures, New Virtual Connectivity – and New Product Categories – To Be Featured Read this report here at TWICE.com.

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CTA: Expect Robust Q4, $500b In U.S. Tech Sales in 2022

Posted on 16 November 2021 by Stewart Wolpin

Despite chip shortages, supply chain problems, and staffing issues, demand and sales for consumer tech – especially WFH and home entertainment devices – has and will remain high through the holiday season and next year. Read this report here at … Continue reading →

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