PC manufacturers proudly showcased their new tablets at the recently concluded Computex 2012 and proclaimed the start of the post-PC era. This same scene has been repeated at every other major trade show, from CES to IFA, since 2010. Euromonitor International believes that sales of tablets could be stronger and highlights the major stumbling blocks to greater sales. Go to Passport GMID and enter the keywords ‘sales of tablets’ to find this report. Search for ‘sales of tablets’ to read the full report here.
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Hosepipe ban to dry up retail profits?
Recent hosepipe bans affecting household water use across most of Southern England are causing considerable – and justified – concern for the gardening industry. While many of the fears voiced by manufacturers, retailers and trade groups focus on the ban’s likely impact on commercial gardening activities, Euromonitor International analyses the implications for consumer retail sales and the companies they serve.
Read the full report on Passport GMID (Oxford members only). It is not possible to link directly to a Euromonitor report on Passport GMID, so you will need to search for the word “hosepipe” in order to access this report.
The State of 3D Television
Many still see the revenue potential in 3D – content producers, broadcasters, hardware manufacturers and content distributors are all looking to cash in on 3D content. The only market participant without much enthusiasm for the technology is the consumer.
Read the full report on Passport GMID (Oxford members only). It is not possible to link directly to a Euromonitor report in Passport GMID, so you will need to search for “3D” to find this report.