TV sales and ASPs are heading in the right direction for Australian retailers, despite the 2014 FIFA World Cup failing to produce a significant push. Meanwhile, headphone sales are slowing.
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Bringing manufacturing back to the masses in the West: Why your next hot product could be Australian made
Conditions have aligned to bring manufacturing of technology hardware to the masses in the West, who were previously too small to make it from light bulb moment to product manufacture.
Change and challenging times embolden Amazon’s Kindle Fire HD and The Silkworm (review)
In this high-concept double review, AR’s resident English major reviews reading The Silkworm by Roberth (JK Rowling) Galbraith on Amazon’s Kindle Fire HD e-reader-cum-tablet.
Australian reception ‘exceeding expectations’ for US homewares retailer Williams-Sonoma (and Image Gallery)
The Australian response to the arrival of US homewares retailer Williams-Sonoma has exceeded the company’s expectations says Pennie Rende, general manager of Williams-Sonoma Australia.
Leading Appliances celebrates first annual conference, reveals Supplier, Brand and Store of the year
Leading Appliances members and suppliers attended the inaugural Leading Appliances National Conference at Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast, 15-17 August 2014.
‘Sell the benefits of wearable tech’: Father’s Day 2014 sales tips
Next in Appliance Retailer’s series of Father Day sales tips is Magellan brand manager Paris Basson who says wearable tech “will be flying off the shelves this Father’s Day” but it’s important floor staff are able to demonstrate the benefits of products in this new category.
Miele Australia records above average growth as sales surpass $4.5 billion
German appliance manufacturer Miele has revealed that its sales revenue increased 2.2 per cent during the 2014 financial year, totaling 3.22 billion euro, or AU $4.57 billion.
Grand Slam: Australian Open sponsorship making Hisense a household name
Eight years after entering the Australian market, Chinese consumer electronics and home appliances brand Hisense says its products are now available in over 80 per cent of retailers around the country.
Non-compliant ISENSE Tower Speaker recalled from Australia Post outlets
An ISENSE tower speaker sold through Australia Post stores has been recalled because it does not comply with Australian Electrical Safety Standards and presents a risk of fire.
Recalled Prinetti heater rejected from sale due to risk of burns and fire
A Prinetti-branded radiant heater sold through The Reject Shops nationwide has been recalled due a defect that could lead to a serious burn injury or electric shock.