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May 26, 2026
 
 
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EPOS Expands Replaceable Battery Initiative
EPOS Expands Replaceable Battery Initiative
EPOS is expanding its battery replacement strategy as the company prepares for upcoming European Union battery regulations scheduled to take effect in 2027.
The headset and speakerphone manufacturer said all future product launches will include battery replacement options that can be completed using a paperclip or similar basic tool, eliminating the need for more complicated service procedures.
Full Story: TWICE (5/26)
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Audio Advice Expands Into Las Vegas Market
 
Audio Advice Expands Into Las Vegas Market
Audio Advice is expanding into the Western U.S. with a new Las Vegas location focused on smart home, luxury audio, and home theater installations.
The company said industry veteran Chris Oram has been named general manager and will oversee the launch and growth of the new operation. 
Full Story: TWICE (5/26)
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Introducing AudioMate: RCA & HDMI Transmitter
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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Retail
 
Google launches cross-retailer Universal Cart
 
Google launches cross-retailer Universal Cart
Google continues to hone in on its shopping features in hopes of delivering a streamlined shopping journey.
At the start of the year, Google launched the Universal Commerce Protocol — a standard for agentic commerce. UCP is hoping to establish a common language for agents and systems to operate across consumer surfaces, payment providers and retailers.
Full Story: Retail Dive (5/25)
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Walmart launches new supply chain strategy: prepaid consolidation
Chain Store Age (5/26)
 
 
US consumer sentiment plumbs record lows in May; inflation expectations increase
Reuters (5/22)
 
 
 
 
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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.
Full Story: TWICE (5/12)
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TV/Video
 
LG Launches 2026 QNED evo Mini LED Lineup With Flagship 115-Inch Model
 
LG Launches 2026 QNED evo Mini LED Lineup With Flagship 115-Inch Model
LG is now rolling out its 2026 QNED evo Mini LED lineup, featuring a new 115-inch model. The line, which is designed for consumers looking for ultra-large screen TVs, utilizes AI-powered picture and sound technology for enhanced sports viewing, gaming and home entertainment on a larger scale.
Full Story: TWICE (5/26)
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Loewe's new premium LCD TVs save on space - but cost as much as an OLED
What Hi-Fi? (5/21)
 
 
Aurzen's Roku TV smart projectors bring SGS-verified true brightness to big-screen streaming