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September 12, 2025
 
 
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Hong Kong Electronics Fairs Return: A Global Stage For Innovation
Hong Kong Electronics Fairs Return: A Global Stage For Innovation
Now in its 45th year, EFAE has become a cornerstone for global sourcing. Last year, the shows welcomed 3,200 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions and 60,000 buyers from 136 markets, underscoring their reputation as essential stops for CE retailers, distributors, and manufacturers.
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Ford recalls 1.9M vehicles over rearview camera defect that increases crash risk
 
Ford recalls 1.9M vehicles over rearview camera defect that increases crash risk
Ford Motor Company said Tuesday it is recalling 1.9 million vehicles globally because of defective rearview cameras that may display inverted, distorted or blank images.
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NRF: Retail sales inch up in August amid robust back-to-school season
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Gen Z pullback could send holiday sales down 5%: PwC
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2025 CEDIA Expo Best Of Show Winners Announced
2025 CEDIA Expo Best Of Show Winners Announced
TWICE, Residential Systems, and What HiFi? have announced the winners of their annual Best of Show awards at CEDIA Expo 2025. The products were nominated by the manufacturers, and a team of judges was employed to read through the entries and rate the products on a number of criteria, including their value, impact, and how unique it was to the market.
Residential Systems entries were judged through the lens of the residential integrator, while TWICE based theirs on a consumer electronics retail view, and What Hi-Fi? from the home entertainment enthusiast perspective.
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Venio Joins NWIDA As A Vendor Partner
 
Venio Joins NWIDA As A Vendor Partner
The National Wireless Independent Dealer Association (NWIDA) announced that Venio has joined the Association as a Vendor Partner, bringing new opportunities for members to sell digital products and services to their customers via a complete International and Domestic catalogue, including Mobile Top-Ups, Gaming PINs, and Bill Payments.
Full Story: TWICE (9/12)
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Fiio's versatile desktop DAC is designed to supercharge your headphones and offer a "natural, organic sound"
 
Fiio's versatile desktop DAC is designed to supercharge your headphones and offer a "natural, organic sound"
Fiio's K13 R2R is a desktop DAC and headphone amplifier that has been "engineered to redefine performance in its category".
Full Story: What Hi-Fi? (9/9)
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Klipsch The One Plus review
Tom's Guide (9/11)
 
 
I tested Creative's 2.1-channel soundbar - it's impressive for the money, and can be used with a TV or a computer
TechRadar (9/10)
 
 
 
 
Accessories
 
Polar Launches Screenless Polar Loop Fitness Wearable
 
Polar Launches Screenless Polar Loop Fitness Wearable
Polar has announced the launch of the Polar Loop, the brand's first screen-free wearable band designed to track activity, sleep, and overall health. The subscription-free device only requires a one-time purchase to provide insights into fitness, recovery and sleep.
Full Story: TWICE (9/12)
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Nintendo is bringing back the Virtual Boy as a Switch and Switch 2 accessory
Engadget (9/12)
 
 
I tried JBL's ultra-cheap on-ear headphones and I'd happily recommend them - if it wasn't for this one problem
TechRadar (9/10)
 
 
 
 
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