Consumer electronics


Google, Microsoft cofound DMARC to better defend email authentication

January 31, 2012

Companies such as Google, AOL, Return Path and Microsoft have founded DMARC – Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting and Conformance – a networking group dedicated to reducing the threat of email spam, called “phishing.”


How will Bang & Olufsen’s lower-end product line affect the brand?

January 12, 2012

High-end electronics company Bang & Olufsen will be launching a new, lower-priced brand called B&O Play, but some experts think that the lower-end product line could dilute the manufacturer’s status in the industry.

Bang & Olufsen looks to deepen consumer engagement with QR codes

November 7, 2011

High-end electronics company Bang & Olufsen is now using QR codes in its print, out-of-home and direct mail pieces to give techy, on-the-go consumers a deeper brand experience.

Flash-sales site MarkaVIP positioning itself as “Gilt Groupe” of the Middle East

October 24, 2011

Ecommerce destination MarkaVIP is positioning itself as the Gilt Groupe of the Middle East and possibly opening the doors for luxury brands to tap the region’s quickly-growing market.

Neiman Marcus shrugs off economic overhang with extravagant 2011 Christmas Book

October 19, 2011

Department store Neiman Marcus unveiled its annual Christmas Book yesterday, filled with extravagant gifts such as speedboats, a Ferrari and international trips for the affluent consumer who really does have everything – and wants more.

McIntosh uses Savant Experience Center to celebrate 50th anniversary of MC275

October 10, 2011

NEW YORK – Upscale electronics manufacturer McIntosh Laboratories celebrated the 50th anniversary of its MC275 tube power amplifier with a limited-edition version to be produced in restricted amounts with an event at Savant Experience Center in New York Oct 6.

Apple’s Steve Jobs passes away

October 6, 2011

Steve Jobs, the man who led Apple to a phenomenal comeback from a near-death experience and went on to change the way consumers live, work and play, passed away Oct. 5 after a long spell of illness.

How should luxury brands react to talk of a recession?

September 30, 2011

The flailing euro, sluggish stock market and general economic malaise has made the luxury industry wary about whether or not the United States is headed for a double-dip recession.

Mobile is key for reaching affluent family market: Ipsos Mendelsohn

September 29, 2011

Affluent consumers with children under 18 are a growing slice of the luxury market and mobile is proving the best way for marketers to connect with this segment of the upscale demographic, according to key findings from Ipsos Mendelsohn.

John Varvatos, McIntosh pair to celebrate Jane’s Addiction album release

September 26, 2011

Menswear designer John Varvatos paired with upscale audio company McIntosh Laboratory to build brand awareness and display products through the celebration of the upcoming album from the rock band Jane’s Addiction Sept. 19 at Soho House in Los Angeles.