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Organisers of EI Live! 2021 have said it was the event’s “most successful outing to date”, and that plans are already in place for next year – to create an expanded and enhanced national AV and home automation show for the industry.…
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CIH has announced the opening of a new 125,000sq ft warehouse in Tankersley, South Yorkshire to facilitate product range growth and provide better stock availability for its members. The brand new, state of the art facility is owned by…
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Rangemaster is ramping up its digital support for independent retailers with an interactive brand page, which can be integrated into their websites. The page has been developed for retailers to help improve the online journey for…
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Whirlpool UK has paid tribute to its former employee, Jayson Weston, following his sudden and unexpected death. Mr Weston died aged 51, leaving behind his wife and two young children. He enjoyed a successful career at Whirlpool UK,…
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Sharp has announced a variety of new products in its Audio, TV and Smart Appliance Solutions categories. Launching at the Sharp Xperience 2021 event this week, the brand introduced a new range of audio products from a new Party Speaker…
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Sky has launched a new streaming TV with the Sky platform built in, plus catch-up and on-demand apps and technology including 360-degree Dolby Atmos sound with powerful built-in speakers and a sub-woofer. It’s called Sky Glass. It works…
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Grundig has introduced a new appliance to help tackle microplastic pollution, where little pieces of plastic shedding from clothing during the wash cycle enter our water sources. The Grundig FiberCatcher washing (pictured) is one of the…
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Toshiba has unveiled details of its 2021 line-up of smart TVs, consisting of four models with features including Alexa Built-In, Android TV, Works with Alexa and Works with Google Assistant.   Bart Kuijten, Commercial Director at…
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Last year saw strong growth in ownership of smart home products. But issues remain. Craig Melson, Head of Digital Devices, Market Access, Environment and Sustainability at techUK, outlines how retailers should respond to new consumer…
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“The biggest developments aren’t so much in new smart technology, but more in the deployment of it,” says AWE’s Stuart Tickle, in this month’s special Smart Home and Custom Installation issue of ERT. “We have seen during this year of the…
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As consumers were forced online last year, bringing back a sensory experience through a carefully curated customer journey is crucial – this is where independent retail is at its best, says Daniel Todaro. It’s been a tough few months…
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“I’m standing in your shop for the first time in a long time. If all you’re doing is regurgitating product techs and specs, that won’t entice me to spend,” says Paul Laville. “Make the most of (finally) seeing me in person by engaging in a…
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Ben Gilks spent his lockdown not just improving areas of his Bristol-based business, but instead completely rebranding and opening new premises. It was a big move to become NE Appliances during such turbulent times, but talking to Jack…
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Powerhouse doesn’t stand still. The Jersey retailer used lockdown to make changes in store while sales staff became delivery drivers, call centre operators and even online product reviewers! “We learned a lot from the challenges in the past…
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