Public Libraries Lend Kindle Books
Amazon.com announced that Kindle and Kindle app customers can now borrow Kindle books from more than 11,000 public libraries in the United States.
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Consumers Reluctant to Purchase Electronics Online
The NPD Group announced its latest research suggests that many U.S. consumers remain reluctant to purchase certain consumer electronics (CE) products online.
Pay TV Declines in Q2 2011
IHS Screen Digest announced it reckons that the number of U.S. households subscribing to pay television video services declined by nearly 370,000 in the second quarter of 2011, with cable operators taking the biggest hit.
Americans Abandon New TV Dreams
IHS iSuppli announced that the results of its latest survey suggest the number of Americans planning to buy a new TV set has plunged to record low levels.
3DTV Commands Price Premium
Strategy Analytics announced that, according to its latest survey, U.S. consumers who expect to buy a 3DTV during the next year plan to spend 56% more than those buying a regular HDTV.
3DTV Owners Watch 3D TV Shows
Strategy Analytics announced that, according to its latest survey, two-thirds of 3DTV owners across the U.S. and Europe watch at least one show in 3D every week.
Redbox Expands Video Game Rental Service
Redbox announced that it will expand video game rentals to approximately 5,000 additional self-service kiosks in the U.S. beginning August 1, 2011.
PacketVideo Sues Spotify for Patent Infringement
PacketVideo announced that it has filed patent infringement lawsuits against digital music service Spotify in the U.S. and Europe.
DVMatic DVD Rental Kiosks Head to US Navy Bases
ELO Media announced that it is working with Softland International to install DVD rental kiosks in U.S. Navy facilities around the world.
Consumers Warming to Portable 3D Devices
The NPD Group announced that, according to its latest survey, consumer interest in handheld 3D video game players continues to rise.
JVC BlackCrystal HDTV Giveaway
AmTRAN Video Corporation (AVC) announced that it is giving away three HDTVs this month to promote the U.S. launch of its new BlackCrystal series of televisions under the JVC brand.