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New York City was buzzing last week as Rokid officially unveiled its latest innovation, the Rokid Glasses--the world's lightest full-function AI and AR smart glasses. Weighing just 49 grams, these next-generation wearables combine augmented reality visuals, AI-powered features, integrated audio, and a 12MP first-person camera, all in a sleek, all-day wearable designed for both consumers and professionals.
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Industry
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CEDIA has announced the winners of the 2025 Smart Home Awards Americas while the industry gathered at CEDIA Expo in Denver. The event, set against the backdrop of "The Enchanting World of Smart Living," recognized outstanding achievements in design, innovation, and technical excellence. Industry professionals celebrated those who are shaping the future of smart home technology across the Americas.
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Retail
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With retail credit card rates described as astronomical and "sky high" by Bankrate's Katie Kelton, and their usage declining from 43.9 million originations in 2014 to 16.8 million originations in 2024, what does the future hold for these particular credit vehicles?
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Awards
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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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Distributors
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Based in Nashua, NH, The 2WA Group is the brainchild of Walter Schofield, principal of Nexus Audio Technologies, and Walter Swanbon, principal of Fidelis Distribution. The two owners have combined their companies to create a new force in audio distribution and marketing.
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Smart Home
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The Ultraloq Bolt NFC smart lock is receiving a free upgrade that enables near-field communication (NFC) tap-to-unlock with compatible Android phones.
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Accessories
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Apple unveiled three new Apple Watches, along with four new iPhones and the next generation of AirPods Pro, at its September 9 Awe Dropping event, with the new wearables heralding a complete refresh of Apple's smartwatch lineup.
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