Getting Out of the House

Getting Out of the House What you need to know about pursuing commercial work. It’s widely accepted that diversifying a company’s client base is good business. For residential custom installers that have already grown their organizations’ offerings to cover the whole home — including AV, security, lighting, and shades — the next natural step may […]

Research: TV Tech Gets a Tune Up as Consumers Go Big and Smart

Research: TV Tech Gets a Tune Up as Consumers Go Big and Smart New Futuresource data highlights OLED growth, AI adoption, and shifting global dynamics across TV display markets. Following a period of turbulence, the global consumer TV market is beginning to regain its footing. That’s according to Futuresource Consulting’s latest consumer TV display market outlook report, […]

Anker Recalls Over 1 Million Power Banks

Anker Recalls Over 1 Million Power Banks Faulty Anker PowerCore 10000 units have resulted in 19 reports of fire and explosions. Anker has issued a massive recall affecting over 1 million power banks sold in the US between June 1st, 2016, and December 31st, 2022. The company says that the affected model, Anker PowerCore 10000 […]

Vincent Rotger Appointed Chief Strategy Officer

Vincent Rotger appointed Chief Strategy Officer Effective June 19, 2025, Vincent Rotger is joining Electrolux Group to take on the role of Chief Strategy Officer, heading the Business Development organizational area. Rotger replaces Henrik Dagberg, who currently holds the role and decided to leave the Group. In the role of Chief Strategy Officer, Rotger will […]

Make Decisions Easy to Win More Clients

Make Decisions Easy to Win More Clients How simplifying your sales approach shortens the buying cycle and builds trust — without dumbing things down. We’ve all been there. You get to a restaurant and, even though you’re starving, you spend 20 minutes staring at a menu with too many options. Burgers, tacos, pasta, sandwiches, and […]

Research: Futuresource Provides Home Audio Trends Analysis

Research: Futuresource Provides Home Audio Trends Analysis A new report from Futuresource Consulting predicts a more resilient future for the sector. The home audio market experienced another challenging year in 2024, with global volume and value both declining by 7.7%. However, a new report from Futuresource Consulting predicts a more resilient future for the sector, with recovery […]

Hisense Tops Global Rankings for Several TV Categories in Q1 2025

Hisense Tops Global Rankings for Several TV Categories in Q1 2025 New research from Omdia shows Hisense earning the top spot in 100-inch and over TVs, MiniLED TVs, and Laser TVs. According to new research from Omdia, Hisense has achieved top status in worldwide volume share in 100-inch and over TVs, MiniLED TVs, and Laser TVs. […]

Mattress Retailers Optimistic After Successful Memorial Day

Mattress Retailers Optimistic After Successful Memorial Day Memorial Day marks the start of the summer mattress sales season. And while no one knew how the holiday would look this year because of economic uncertainty, retailers we spoke with were satisfied with the results.  Vernon Williams, co-owner of Jacksonville Bedding, Mattresses and More, says his store’s […]