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How Long Will Blockbuster + Video Ezy Last In OZ?

David Richards December 10, 2013 No Comments

A new IHS’ report reveals that 1.7 billion devices will ship this year capable of streaming over the Internet video. The research firm said shipments of set-top boxes, Smart TVs,…

Fake Beats & Sennheiser Headphones A Big Problem

David Richards December 5, 2013 No Comments

According to industry executives the fake products are primarily being sold in Australia via online web sites with brands such as Sennheiser employing a team of specialists whose sole job…

Former LG OZ MD Gets Top US Gig

David Richards December 3, 2013 No Comments

William Cho who was responsible for a major restructuring of the LG Australia operations after the local subsidiary was taken to task by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will…

All Is Not Doom & Gloom For CEDIA Members New Insurance Deal Saves Thousands

David Richards November 28, 2013 No Comments

According to CEDIA Chairman Len Wallis members have been able to slash their insurance costs following the appointment of a new broker and the introduction of several new packages for…

Microsoft To Lose $1B This Year On xBox One Which Costs A$100 More To Build Than PS4

David Richards November 27, 2013 No Comments

IHS research claims that the combined cost of parts and manufacturing for the Xbox One including the console, the Kinect and the controller comes in at US$471 which is US$90…

Free XBox Upgrade For New Turtle Beach Headphone Owners

David Richards November 26, 2013 No Comments

Consumers who purchase a Turtle Beach Ear Force XP Seven, X42, XP400 or XP510 between Nov. 22 and Jan. 30, 2014, will receive a kit that will make the headset…

Women 35+ Are The Biggest Gamers New Research Reveals

David Richards November 26, 2013 No Comments

While online gaming is still extremely popular with men aged 15-24, women have been revealed as being the secret force that is driving gaming sales according to research group comScore.…

Major Appliance Sales Up; Small Appliances Down Claims GFK

David Richards November 24, 2013 No Comments

The continuation of very mild winter weather resulted in a 1.9% decline for small domestic appliances (SDA). Heavy promotional activity by key brands resulted in significant volume and value growth…

CE Market Set To Finish Year In Decline Despite Lift Following Election.

David Richards November 24, 2013 No Comments

A GFK Temax report they said that the under-performing CE categories are beginning to recover, and previously high-growth categories are beginning to mature and plateau. This has been attributed to…

Farran Quits Sennheiser

David Richards November 22, 2013 No Comments

Farran who has driven the Sennheiser brand to be a market leader across both the consumer and B2B markets in Australia claims that his decision to quit the Company “has…