Consumer tech stories - Page 5
Infinix taps Pininfarina for NOTE 60 Ultra flagship design
Wed, 31st Dec 2025
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global expansion
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ux
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worldwide quarterly mobile phone tracker
Infinix enlists Italian studio Pininfarina to craft its NOTE 60 Ultra, kicking off a new design-led flagship smartphone series.
AI boom to drive chip equipment sales to record 2027
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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supply chain
AI-driven demand will push chipmaking kit sales to a record $133 billion in 2025, climbing further to $156 billion by 2027, SEMI says.
Solera unveils global circularity consortium for insurers
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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uc
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risk & compliance
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clean technologies
Solera launches a global circularity consortium to unite insurers and mobility players on shared decarbonisation and circular economy goals.
Reolink to unveil local AI hub & triple-lens CCTV at CES
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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data protection
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iot security
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edge computing
Reolink is set to debut its ReoNeura AI hub, triple-lens 24MP CCTV cameras and new solar floodlights at CES 2026 in Las Vegas.
Retailers hit by 'Christmas Returns Hangover' surge
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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uc
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data analytics
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Retailers brace for a “Christmas Returns Hangover” as eDesk reports a 45% spike in return requests from 26 December, denting profits.
AI seen shifting to local edge models under stricter rules
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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data protection
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drones
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hyperscale
AI developers predict 2026 pivot to compressed, device-based models as energy rules tighten and governments tighten data control.
Gen Z trust creators over brands for tech decisions
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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mdm
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martech
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smart home
Gen Z now trust online creators over tech brands, reshaping how phones, wearables and smart home devices are discovered and bought.
Amazon secures licence to use LG's Wi-Fi patents in devices
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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physical security
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quantum computing
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wireless networks
Amazon has licensed LG's core Wi-Fi patents for use in Echo, Fire TV Stick, and Fire Tablet devices, reinforcing LG's leadership in Wi-Fi technology.
Kingston leads global SSD channel with 36% market share
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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storage
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hyperscale
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dc
Kingston Technology leads the global SSD channel with a 36% market share in 2024, surpassing its nearest rival's 13%, despite a 14% market decline.
JMGO launches O2S Ultra smart tri-laser projector for USD $2,999
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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clean technologies
JMGO unveils the O2S Ultra, a space-saving smart tri-laser projector offering a 100-inch 4K display from just 16.8cm for USD $2,999 in North America.
Pacsun transforms stores with unified point of sale technology
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Pacsun has launched a unified point of sale system in 300+ stores, boosting order fulfilment by 40% and cutting logistics costs by 25%.
Riskified urges fraud vigilance as holiday eCommerce surges
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
Riskified urges shoppers and merchants to stay vigilant against rising AI-driven eCommerce fraud as holiday online sales may hit USD $311 billion in 2025.
Philips unveils Ambilight TVs for hotels with gaming & AirPlay
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
Philips launches Ambilight-enabled MediaSuite TVs for hotels, featuring Google Cast, Apple AirPlay, and cloud gaming to enhance guest entertainment globally.
Storyblok & OtterlyAI partner to boost AI search visibility
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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martech
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apm
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genai
Storyblok partners with OtterlyAI to help brands enhance visibility on AI-driven search engines amid shifting consumer search habits.
What do good cohorts actually look like?
Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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cx
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martech
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opinion
PvX reveals most teams misjudge scaling, showing top cohorts reach >150% net ROAS by M12, highlighting consistency and long-term growth over fast payback.
RØDE unveils Wireless Micro in bold colours at USD $99 globally
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
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ios
RØDE expands its Wireless Micro range with new red, orange, and blue models at USD $99, offering creators vivid colour choices and enhanced mobile features.
Ducati extends Siemens partnership to drive digital innovation
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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clean technologies
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3d printing
Ducati has extended its partnership with Siemens for two years to enhance motorcycle innovation using the Siemens Xcelerator platform across racing and consumer models.
Tuned Global acquires Figaro.ai to boost AI music discovery tools
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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digital entertainment
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software development
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ufc
Tuned Global acquires Figaro.ai to enhance AI-driven music discovery, boosting its cloud platform's intelligence for clients like Line Music and UFC.
ŌURA doubles revenue to USD $500 million as Oura Ring sales surge
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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amazon
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financial institutions
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american express
ŌURA's Oura Ring sales surpass 5.5 million, doubling revenue to USD $500 million in 2024 with plans to reach USD $1 billion by 2025.
Samsung unveils AI Home vision with new appliances & features
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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smart home
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ai
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microsoft
Samsung unveils AI Home vision with smart appliances and features aiming to make daily life more convenient, efficient, and secure across Europe and beyond.