Category: Technology & Media
Europe Technology & Media
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The Netherlands Computers and Peripherals
... launches are AI-enabled computers and tablets from Microsoft (and its hardware partners) and from Apple. Microsoft unveiled Copilot+ devices which use AI without connecting to the internet, and are being manufactured by Microsoft’s major laptop ... Read More
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Poland Computers and Peripherals
... easing, consumers are still price sensitive. In addition, with many consumers having invested in computers and peripherals during the pandemic, these are still operating effectively and do not need to be replaced. The one product ... Read More
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France Computers and Peripherals
... That said, sales continue to inch closer back towards positive figures, with the lifecycle repurchases expected to start in 2024 and become more evident in 2025. Meanwhile, value growth is also being somewhat suppressed by ... Read More
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Hungary In-Car Entertainment
... there is a strong tendency towards the use of smartphones or tablets for entertainment purposes when travelling in the car, which also negatively impacts on volume sales of in-car entertainment. Current value sales held ground ... Read More
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Romania Home Video
... most popular products in terms of both value and volume sales. Nevertheless, demand has been declining since 2022, partly due to increasing diversification of entertainment sources. In addition, sales increased robustly up to the end ... Read More
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France Home Video
... many other electronics (eg computers and smartphones), thus replacement cycle rebounds are more uncertain. In a cross-category trend, many consumers upgraded their TVs during the era of the pandemic lockdowns, when there was an emphasis ... Read More
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Ukraine In-Car Entertainment
... on in-car entertainment. Moreover, the target audience of subcategories such as in-car speakers is increasingly limited to car owners who want to upgrade to higher quality models to enhance their listening experience when they travel ... Read More
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Poland In-Car Entertainment
... in-car entertainment, reducing the need for separate purchases. In addition, consumers increasingly use smartphones and tablets as substitutes for traditional in-car entertainment systems and also use smartphone apps for in-car navigation. In-car speakers also face ... Read More
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The Netherlands In-Car Entertainment
... increasingly use smartphones and tablets as substitutes for traditional in-car entertainment systems and also use smartphone apps for in-car navigation. In-car speakers also face competition from portable speakers, with younger consumers of under 30 years-of-age ... Read More
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Romania Computers and Peripherals
... such, there is increased demand for refurbished computers or for repairing computers. For instance, OnLaptop, a laptop repair company, now has repair service points in the retailer Flanco’s outlets. Through these points, customers can hand ... Read More
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Sweden Computers and Peripherals
... replace and upgrade their existing devices. Improving sentiment, with inflationary pressures subsiding and the Swedish Central Bank signalling potential interest rate cuts, also contributed to this growth. While households remain cautious in their purchase behaviour, ... Read More
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Greece Home Video
... driven by rising demand for premium TVs featuring larger screens and advanced features. This preference reflects a consumer shift towards investing in televisions that offer superior picture and sound quality and enhanced functionality, especially smart ... Read More
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Ukraine Home Video
... Russian invasion of Ukraine, many local consumers have resettled in new locations and are now seeking to invest in appliances that can enhance the cosiness and comfort of their new residences. Some are continuing to ... Read More
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Hungary Computers and Peripherals
... the first half of 2024. Although inflation has subsided, locals are still struggling with high costs of living. Meanwhile, price inflation is the main catalyst behind current value growth. Euromonitor International's Computers and Peripherals in ... Read More
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The Czech Republic Computers and Peripherals
... quarter of 2024, slowing the pace of year-over-year declines and suggesting the market has bottomed out. While in 2023, distributors and retailers focused more on selling out inventory, 2024 is likely to be characterised by ... Read More
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Hungary Home Video
... enjoy these sporting events. OLED televisions benefited from this trend, giving a significant boost to volume sales over 2024. However, this is a much smaller category compared to LCD TVs, where sales are rising well ... Read More
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Norway Mobile Phones
... robust and durable and this is also extending lifecycles. Also, there is often a reluctance to replace smartphones, as consumers are increasingly attached to their devices, which they have personalised. In addition, while the economic ... Read More
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Greece Mobile Phones
... features, with consumers increasingly keen to upgrade their handsets. A combination of enhanced camera capabilities, faster processing speeds, and expanded connectivity options contributes to the heightened interest in smartphone upgrades. Additionally, the roll out of ... Read More
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Industry Alliances and Tech Innovations: Highlights From Shoptalk Europe 2024
... future of retail. The event emphasized the critical role of technology in transforming the retail landscape to meet shifting market conditions and dynamics in the industry. Key themes included AI, GenAI, unified commerce, and the ... Read More
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The Czech Republic The Czech Republic Home Video
... functions in 2024. As a result, OLED TVs continue to grow in popularity while LCD TVs decline. The decreasing average unit price of OLED TVs makes them more affordable for Czech consumers. However, overall home ... Read More
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Ukraine Mobile Phones
... in technological advancements as they prioritise functionality and quality in their device purchases. The advent of shockproof and waterproof smartphones has also had a positive impact on smartphones. Such smartphones still occupy a relatively small ... Read More
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Hungary Mobile Phones
... were still confronted by high costs of living and significant price increases. Upgrades and replacements were put on hold leading to volume sales decline in 2024. The situation got better in the second half of ... Read More
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France Mobile Phones
... small positive value sales. Meanwhile, smartphones is back to positive figures in volume and value. Euromonitor International's Mobile Phones in France report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the in-home, portable ... Read More
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Romania Mobile Phones
... picture and inflation easing, consumers are cautious about spending, and replacement cycles are lengthening. The main reason that consumers replace their phones is if the battery is underperforming or if the model is no longer ... Read More
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Sweden Home Video
... These events significantly boost the demand for televisions as households aim to enhance their viewing experiences with larger screens and the latest technology. This trend underscores the importance of external factors, like popular global sports ... Read More
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