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When AI Agents Have House Keys: An Installer's View From The Service Queue
When AI Agents Have House Keys: An Installer's View From The Service Queue
TWICE's March piece on autonomous agents with house keys ("The AI Risk Nobody In Consumer Electronics Is Talking About") flagged a real problem at the platform and policy layer. As locksmiths running a multi-metro operation (Keyzoo Locksmiths), we see the parallel problem at the service layer: the access-management failures that come from giving AI agents unlock authority don't show up cleanly in retail return data, but they're already filling our service queues. Here is what the post-retail reality actually looks like, and what retailers and category buyers should know before this curve gets steeper.
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Andrea Harvey Appointed To Lead CEDIA's New Design & Build Outreach Department
 
Andrea Harvey Appointed To Lead CEDIA's New Design & Build Outreach Department
CEDIA has announced the appointment of designer Andrea Harvey as director of design & build outreach, underscoring CEDIA's continued investment in strengthening relationships across the design and build community and positioning CEDIA members as an essential component of modern living environments.
Full Story: TWICE (5/7)
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Whirlpool says Iran war causing 'recession-level industry decline.' The shares are down 12%.
 
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Whirlpool shares tumbled Thursday after the iconic appliance maker warned that the Iran war triggered a severe downturn, underscoring how sharply higher fuel prices and collapsing consumer confidence are beginning to weigh on big-ticket purchases.
Full Story: CNBC (5/7)
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Apple class action settlement could pay you money. See who's eligible
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TWICE Announces Its 2026 Powerful Women In Consumer Electronics And Women on the Rise Honorees
TWICE Announces Its 2026 Powerful Women In Consumer Electronics And Women on the Rise Honorees
TWICE is proud to announce the Honorees of the 2026 Powerful Women in Consumer Electronics Award, an annual program created to recognize and celebrate the women who are redefining leadership, mentorship, and innovation across the consumer technology industry.
TWICE is shining a dedicated spotlight on the outstanding women whose talent, dedication, and influence help move our industry forward - every single day. These honorees lead with vision and integrity, mentor the next generation, and build stronger teams, companies, and communities.
Full Story: TWICE (4/17)
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LG's 2026 TV Lineup Earns Sustainability Certifications And Awards
 
LG's 2026 TV Lineup Earns Sustainability Certifications And Awards
LG Electronics has revealed that its 2026 TV lineup has earned a number of awards and certifications stemming from the company's commitment to eco-sustainability. LG has highlighted its efforts in lowering CO2 emissions, delivering carbon savings, and expanding the use of recycled plastics made from post-consumer waste materials.
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Roku and TCL accused of bricking TVs through faulty software updates and refusing to fix them
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I tested the LG C6 over two weeks -- it's a notable upgrade over its predecessor, and sets the bar for mid-range OLED TVs in 2026