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May 18, 2026
 
 
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Smartwatches Still Lead, But 10 Million Emerging Devices Are Changing The Shape Of Wearables
Smartwatches Still Lead, But 10 Million Emerging Devices Are Changing The Shape Of Wearables
The wearables market continues to expand, though the conditions shaping that growth are changing rapidly. That's according to the latest Global Wearables Market Outlook report from Futuresource Consulting, which forecasts 229 million shipments worldwide in 2026, a 5.1% increase year on year.
Retail value is expected to increase even more, at 6%, generating $57 billion. And while those numbers point to continued success, the real story is where the opportunity is strengthening, where it’s losing momentum, and which device types are starting to command the industry’s attention.
 
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CEDIA Expo Sets Multi-City Rotation Beginning In 2027
 
CEDIA Expo Sets Multi-City Rotation Beginning In 2027
CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo (CIX) will begin rotating between multiple U.S. cities starting in 2027, ending the event's recent run in Denver as organizers look to expand geographic reach and improve accessibility for attendees and exhibitors.
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Say goodbye to long cable runs! Juke Audio's new product, AudioMate, allows you to wirelessly incorporate TVs, Record Players, and subwoofers across all areas of your home or commercial space. Learn More
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Which Brands Have the Most Opportunity Around the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
 
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The U.S. last hosted the World Cup in 1994, and as such, buzz around the tournament stateside continues to grow (particularly as soccer recently edged out baseball as the No. 3 favorite sport among Americans). As a result, brands are scrambling to produce advertising and marketing campaigns tied to the event.
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Activist investors want changes on Target board -- including ouster of former CEO
Chain Store Age (5/15)
 
 
Tax refunds help to lift US retail sales; drag from rising inflation looms
Reuters (5/14)
 
 
 
 
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The 2026 TWICE VIP Awards Are Open For Your Nominations!
The 2026 TWICE VIP Awards Are Open For Your Nominations!
TWICE is proud to hold its annual VIP Awards once again. The thirteenth edition of the awards will celebrate the best features, design, and value that new products are bringing to consumers and give retailers and distributors a chance to honor difference-makers in their businesses.

Every VIP Award Winner will receive:
  • Coverage in the September VIP Issue of TWICE, as well as on TWICE.com and the TWICE eNewsletter
  • A press release, social graphics, and digital banners, as well as a fully licensed winner’s badge to aid in-house promotion
  • All of the winners’ assets will be fully licensed and can be used both indefinitely and internationally on marketing materials, packaging, displays, etc
The entry deadline is Friday, June 19, by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.
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Global Tablet Market Remains Flat In Q1 2026
 
Global Tablet Market Remains Flat In Q1 2026
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The latest tablet market research is in from Omdia, revealing that the global market remained flat in Q1 2026, with shipments rising just 0.1% year on year to reach 37 million units.
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Google's much-improved app icons are rolling out now
Engadget (5/18)
 
 
Apple's upgraded Siri 2.0 may be almost two years late, but Apple could offer something no other AI chatbot has
Tom's Guide (5/18)