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Deadline EXTENDED For The TWICE Picks Awards At CES 2026!
Deadline EXTENDED For The TWICE Picks Awards At CES 2026!
We know how hectic this holiday season has been, so due to popular demand, we've extended the deadline!
Don't miss out on this opportunity - All entries must be received by January 2, 2026, 23:59 Eastern.
The cost of entry is $695 per entry. We'll see you at CES 2026! Enter today!
Full Story: TWICE (12/20)
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Last Call for Entries: CES Picks Awards 2026
Time is running out to showcase your cutting-edge technology! TWICE, Residential Systems, and TechRadar Pro are closing nominations for the CES Picks Awards 2026 soon. Seize this opportunity and highlight your product today. Nominate now!
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Industry
 
xMEMS To Showcase Technologies Powering Next-Gen AI Wearables At CES 2026
 
xMEMS To Showcase Technologies Powering Next-Gen AI Wearables At CES 2026
xMEMS Labs will be on-site at CES 2026 to showcase its innovations for the fast-accelerating market of AI-enabled wearable and mobile devices. The show will see xMEMS highlight two flagship piezoMEMS technologies uniquely suited for the new class of all-day-wearable, AI-powered consumer electronic: µCooling and Sycamore.
Full Story: TWICE (12/22)
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Retail
 
Amazon tackles $100B theft crisis--US retail giants roll out new system
 
Amazon tackles $100B theft crisis--US retail giants roll out new system
American retailers are grappling with escalating theft losses that threaten their survival, totaling $112.1 billion in 2022 from shrinkage including shoplifting, employee dishonesty, errors, and damage.
Full Story: MSN (12/20)
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Shoppers are focusing on quality, not deals, in the final days before Christmas
CNBC (12/19)
 
 
3 Major Trends That Will Reshape Retail In 2026
Forbes (tiered subscription model) (12/22)
 
 
 
 
 
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Trade Shows
 
Read the Preview Edition of the 2026 CES Show Daily
 
Read the Preview Edition of the 2026 CES Show Daily
Here's your digital edition of the 2026 Official CES Daily VIP Preview! Start your CES experience now by reading advance coverage of this jam-packed event and get a sneak peek of what you will find in Las Vegas.
Full Story: TWICE (12/22)
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TV/Video
 
Loewe Announces Global Expansion, Starting With U.S. Market Entry In 2026
 
Loewe Announces Global Expansion, Starting With U.S. Market Entry In 2026
Luxury German consumer electronics brand Loewe has announced its official expansion into the US market. The company will dedicate its focus to building the brand across the region in 2026, reaffirming its presence at CEDIA, and be part of CES in Las Vegas alongside further engagements in design and lifestyle arenas.
Full Story: TWICE (12/22)
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BenQ W4100i 4K Projector Review: Home Cinema Stunner
CNET (12/21)
 
 
Samsung has revealed one of its most important TVs for 2026 early, and it could be a sign of things to come
 
 
 
 
Smartphone
 
Apple is rumored to still be facing 'technical challenges' in producing its crease-free foldable iPhone
 
Apple is rumored to still be facing 'technical challenges' in producing its crease-free foldable iPhone
All the signs are pointing towards the first foldable iPhone showing up sometime next year, but a fresh rumor suggests Apple still has some technical difficulties to overcome in its efforts to make the folds on the device completely free from any creases.
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Foldable phone makers have solved every issue except one
Engadget (12/22)
 
 
Apple's iPhone Fold isn't even announced yet, and Samsung might already be working on a competitor
Mashable (12/22)
 
 
 
 
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