Transportation
How Micromobility Tech Can Help People Ditch The Car
Retailers are in a unique position to offer on-site infrastructure for mobility tech
Independent Retailers
Blogs
How Consumer Electronics Manufacturers Can Turn Trade-In Programs into a Long-Term Upgrade Strategy
Five considerations for building a more effective trade-in strategy
Appliances
Flood Buzz®: A Small Add-On That Could Prevent A Big Appliance Headache
Simplicity has its advantages
Appliances
Is There Any Future For Countertop Appliance Subscriptions?
There's a growing trend of home appliance manufacturers testing the waters of the subscription model
Research
Now Available – 2026 TWICE Retailer Reports
Reports with exclusive analysis available for purchase on official Swoogo storefront
Buying Groups
The Future Is Independent: John Riddle On Why Expertise Still Wins
Why NATM's John Riddle believes expertise, trust and relationships will define retail's next chapter
Buying Groups
Will Guidara To Headline PrimeTime Nashville
Hospitality expert will discuss customer experience strategies for independent retailers during NMG's annual buying event
Industry
Audio Advice Acquires Miami Retailer Sound Components, Expands Showroom
Deal grows the company's Florida presence while more than doubling the size of its South Miami showroom
Distributors
Platinum Equity Invests In Grand Appliance, Expanding Independent Appliance Distribution Platform
Investment reflects a broader trend reshaping the appliance channel
Retailing
SKS Opens First Technicurean Center With Yale Appliance In Boston
New experiential showroom showcases luxury appliances through live demonstrations and interactive kitchen displays
Accessories
Timekettle X1 Meeting Interpreter Hub Brings Enterprise-Grade AI Translation To Global Business Meetings
Artificial intelligence continues to reshape how businesses communicate, and Timekettle’s newest translation platform demonstrates just how practical AI has become for the modern workplace....
Blogs
TV Pricing Is Resetting As Promotions Intensify And Premium Dynamics Shift
The global TV market is entering a new pricing phase
Industry
Cowboy Maloney’s Begins New Era Under O’Shaughnessy Holding Company Ownership
Mississippi retail icon acquired by Element Electronics parent company while preserving legacy brand and investing in future growth
Audio
Review: Maono PD200W Hybrid Dynamic Microphone
Flexible, affordable audio capture for vocal content creators
Blogs
The Provenance Gap And Refurbished Device Supply Chains
As the refurbished tech category matures, a gap is opening up between how devices are being bought and sold
Buying Groups
In Turbulent Times, It Pays To Be In A Buying Group
Buying groups tackle the industry’s current challenges head-on
Retailing
Retailers: Is It Time to Hit The ‘Panic Button’?
Not metaphorically: As retail violence rises, wearable emergency alert ‘panic buttons’ are moving from niche security tools to a potential frontline safety standard for...
Retailing
Allstate Protection Plans Expands Carrier Reach Through ACG Partnership
Brings unique offerings that allow competition beyond pricing and coverage maps
Another View
When AI Agents Have House Keys: An Installer’s View From The Service Queue
The early failure pattern is access management, not lock failure
Appliances
Sharp Reinvents Premium Home Appliances For Today’s Market
“In Step With Your Future” with practical innovation that meets real consumer needs today
Appliances
Grandeur Appliances Debuts At KBIS 2026 With Focus On Attainable Luxury
Merges professional-grade performance with a more accessible, lifestyle-driven approach
Need to Know
Understanding The New Federal Tariff Refund Program: What CE And Appliance Companies Need To Know
The opportunity is real—but highly dependent on data readiness and compliance discipline
Another View
Your Next TV Might Pick Itself: How AI-Driven Recommendation Engines Are Replacing The Buying Journey
The question worth asking isn't whether this matters. It's how far it's already gone
Buying Groups
Inside PrimeTime: From AI To Appliances
Independent strategy and product innovation share the spotlight
Blogs
Ditch The Small Burner – How Bridge Elements Have Made Induction Cooking A Breeze
Expand your cook zones to unleash new potential
Buying Groups
AVB’s Chad Evans: Independent Dealers Still Winning In Today’s Market
“There’s always a chance, and independents have proven they can win.”
Buying Groups
BrandSource Gears Up Independent Retailers For E-Commerce And AI Success
John White and David Meekings present a bold vision for technology-driven growth
Buying Groups
Kafene Announces Partnership With Nationwide Marketing Group
Expands access to flexible ownership options for independent retail customers
Industry
Caster Communications Announces Ownership Sale
Founder Kimberly Lancaster to exit after transition period
Computers
Enclayve Introduces Private, In-Home Social Network Device
“Families shouldn't have to trade safety and ownership for connection”
Appliances
Outdoor Kitchens Don’t Have To Be Complicated
Retailers have quite a few options to help potential customers build an outdoor kitchen
Appliances
Electric Grills Simplify Indoor And Outdoor Cooking For Renters
Electric grills help retailers fill an often-overlooked niche
Research
The $83 Billion Trade-In Blind Spot
Consumers are ready to trade up – retailers just aren’t always asking
Blogs
Aging Trade-Ins Collide With Surging Global Demand For Pre-Owned Smartphones
New data released from Circana and B-Stock
Another View
The Warranty Conversation
Three smart ways independent retailers can add extended protection (and real value) to their sales
Accessories
My Arcade® Levels Up Retail Opportunities With Gamestation Retro Collection
Gamestation Retro collection offers a proven way to attract customers and differentiate retail offerings in a competitive consumer electronics market
Accessories
Jabra Evolve3 Headsets Bring Hybrid Work Audio Into The Future
Future-ready for voice-first AI workflows
Blogs
The Business Case For Sustainability: Engaging With Consumers To Drive Conscious Consumerism
Balancing profit and purpose in sustainable retail
Retailing
Opia: Risk-Managed Promotions Driving Value For Retailers And Manufacturers
Promotional services provider helps maximize sales, protect margins, and engage customers through risk-managed, experience-driven campaigns
Blogs
Super Bowl ‘Steals’: Short-Term Rentals Rattle Consumer Electronics Chains
Consumers may call it “borrowing” or “renting,” but buying a TV for a Super Bowl party — with every intention of returning it —...