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Dear valued reader,
Can you spare three minutes? We’d appreciate hearing your thoughts about TWICE via this quick and anonymous survey.
Many thanks!
Grant Morgan
Senior Editor
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Due to popular demand, we've extended our entry period by an extra seven days. The final deadline to enter the 2026 CEDIA Best of Show Awards is Friday, August 28 at 11:59 PM PST. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
It's back for 2026 -- the Best of Show awards program that celebrates the best custom installation and home entertainment technology launches at CEDIA Expo! Residential Systems, TWICE, and What Hi-Fi? will once again have judges on-site to examine each entry and bestow honors on the most deserving.
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Retailers are discovering that trusted product data, not AI, is what determines whether agents make confident recommendations, accurate comparisons, and better buying decisions. Learn why trusted intelligence is retail's next competitive advantage. Unlock trusted AI |
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According to the most recent report by JLL -- titled "Resetting the Retail (Algo)Rhythm" -- American shoppers are growing fatigued of excessive AI navigation and involvement in the shopping process, as well as an overload of screens, noise, and other sensory features.
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Join top retail and CPG leaders at Shoptalk Fall in Nashville (Sept 29-Oct 1). Secure the lowest ticket rates today to connect with decision-makers, shape your 2027 strategy, and discover retail's next big moves. Book your spot now! |
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In addition to devices such as the newer Echo Dot Max, Echo Show 21, and some Fire TV sticks, Amazon's basic Kindle and mid-range Kindle Paperwhite e-readers have shot up by up to 60%. The only Kindle model that hasn't seen a price hike is the premium Kindle Scribe.
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Wet Sounds pitches the WS-L Portable as a high-output, marine-grade audio system for people who want serious sound wherever they end up. The company aims it at marine, powersports, and general outdoor use, promising volume, clarity, and durability in a portable, stackable, waterproof package.
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