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Euronics Tries to Keep Smiling!

by Bob Raikes

Euronics held its usual press event at the show and it’s always interesting to hear a retailer’s point of view. John Olsen from the company said it has announcements including a new Gulf partner, …

Apple Watch Reaches Stores

by Tom Allen

Apple has said that the Apple Watch will be available to buy in-store from 26th June. The Watch could only be purchased online when it was launched.

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UltraHD Needs Demystifying in Retail, Says Uden

by Tom Allen

Andrew Uden is the senior technical manager at UK supermarket chain, Asda, which is owned by Walmart. He spoke about developments in the TV industry, starting with an informal poll to see how many …

Jump From the Mountains – in NYC

by Tom Allen

North Face is challenging customers to go on a high-octane adventure – in-store. The retailer is testing the use of virtual reality headsets to transport people visiting its NYC store to a remote hiking …

Desigual Chooses NEC

by Tom Allen

Spanish brand Desigual has opened a new store in Munich, with digital signage throughout the 650m², four-storey space. As well as LED displays on the upper floors, the entrance to Neuhauser Strasse is flanked …

Tesco Posts Record Loss

by Helen Vince

Major UK retailer Tesco reported a record £6.3 billion ($9.4 billion) pre-tax loss for last year, having lost ground to cheaper rivals such as Aldi and Lidl. Tesco swung to a net loss for …

Under Armour Invests in Signage for Flagship Store

by Tom Allen

Under Armour, an athletic clothing brand, recently opened a new store in Chicago, which has been equipped with digital signage throughout. Designer and integrator Activate the Space worked with the company on the Chicago …

Samsung Takes Over Harrods

by Tom Allen

Samsung has ‘taken over’ London department store Harrods, with a display called ‘Experience Innovation at Harrods’. Alongside window displays, Samsung branding features inside the store until 24th April, including digital screens and static signage. …

John Lewis EHT Sales up 8% in 2014

by Helen Vince

UK-based John Lewis’ electricals and home technology (EHT) business grew 7.9% year on year in 2014, despite what the firm described as a “challenging”market. The company said sales of large electricals and audio products …

Sony to Phase Out US Retail Stores

by Helen Vince

Sony is to phase out eight of its remaining 10 Sony stores in the US and expand its retail presence through the dealer channel by rolling out 100 more Sony Experience in-store locations. The …

Metro Group Result 14/02/2015

by Helen Vince

Metro Group has reported its first quarter results, posting a net profit in Q1 of €445 million on turnover of €18.3 billion, which compares with a net profit in the first quarter of last …

Radio Shack Enters Bankruptcy and Morphs Into Sprint

by Norbert Hildebrand

RadioShack, the US-based electronic retail chain, has entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company sells everything electric from batteries and electronic toys to mobile phones and TVs, as well as electronic components for hobbyists …

Tags:Mobile Display Monitor| Reorganisation & Restructuring| Retailers| USA| Vol 22 - Issue 07