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The development of Croatia's consumer electronics market has been stymied by the challenging economic environment in the country, which has seen GDP contract in real terms between 2010-2013. Declining consumption, unemployment, currency depreciation and fiscal austerity have all squeezed demand for devices, countering the positive impact of some technology trends such as adoption of smartphones, tablets and smart-TVs. BMI believes big-ticket items such as TVs and PCs have been hardest hit by the economic challenges faced in Croatia, leaving the handset market as the outperforming subsegment.

The US consumer electronics market is mature, with high penetration rates in a number of device categories, but opportunities remain. Growth areas include large-size HD TV sets, smartphones, Microsoft Windows 8 tablets and convertibles/hybrids, Ultrabooks, and smart TV sets. Questions still remain about the sustainability of consumption in the absence of strong wage growth.

- We forecast that Singapore's consumer electronics spending will increase 6.9% in US dollar terms in 2014 to reach US$4.6bn, with the smartphone and tablet device markets continuing to be the most dynamic market segments. We expect market growth to accelerate from 2013 after a squeeze on growth from price erosion in the TV and notebook markets, as well as cannibalisation of digital camera and mp3 player volumes associated with the proliferation of multi-functional smartphone ownership. While growth is forecast to accelerate it will remain below emerging markets in APAC as Singapore has one of the highest smartphone and tablet penetration rates in the world, meaning it has passed through the period of strongest growth associated with rapidly rising penetration.

BMI projects that Indian consumer electronics spending will grow by about 16% in US dollar terms in 2014 to US$43.4bn, fuelled by rising incomes, growing affordability, and the fact that 45% of India's population is under 25. PC market growth is currently being driven by laptops and by tablets, albeit sales of the latter are growing from a very small base. Meanwhile, sales of smartphones - including Apple's iPhone - are finally taking off. Spending on consumer electronics devices is projected to grow at an overall CAGR of 14% through to the end of our five-year forecast to 2018, with the key segments including low-cost mobile handsets, colour TV sets, set-top boxes and notebook computers. Much of the growth during our forecast period will be driven by growing demand from India's underpenetrated rural areas. However, there are concerns a new import tax on handsets priced at above 2,000 rupees could constrain demand in this key product category.

Medjobbers officially launches their app style website today (http://www.medjobbers.com). After three years in development, the healthcare employment service officially unveils itself to the medical community. The first part of 2014 has seen Medjobbers in beta testing and early promotion, where its been sneak previewed at medical and nursing conventions around the country. Initial reaction has been remarkable from both job seekers in the medical field and the hospitals, labs, clinics and practices that struggle to find qualified medical workers and professionals.

With 2015 still a long way off, it seems a bit premature to start talking about the games that will be released next year. However, the staff of MMOify, a website for massively multiplayer online role playing games (MMORPGs), disagrees. The website has published its definitive “Best MMORPG 2015 List.”

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The importance of home audio and cinema continued to decline in Hungary towards the end of the review period as consumer attention turned to smart TVs, tablets and smartphones. Volume sales of home audio and cinema declined by 6% during 2012 and 2% in 2013, which was part of a long-term negative growth trend which lasted at least the length of the entire review period. Although current value sales declined in home audio and cinema throughout the review period, 3% current value growth was...

Smartphones are now one of the most ubiquitous devices in the developed world, and are indispensible to their users, who do everything from checking their mail to buying their groceries and messaging their friends through these internet connected devices. The computing power is greater than that of many satellites, and yet their constant use and small size leaves them vulnerable to damage. These breakages can be expensive to repair, especially when individuals have to send their phones to the manufacturer. JI Phone Repair offers a more immediate and affordable solution that is well recommended by existing customers, they also offer a special on all local San Diego iPhone repair.

Personal Security rises to top of list for early technology adopters. Siam Smartphone announced plans to emphasize security and encryption features in firmware in response to recent security violations made public in the news.

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Volume sales of all consumer durables declined in Hungary during 2012, with consumer electronics falling in volume by 3% due to the limited purchasing power of the Hungarian population. This was motivated by a 3.4% decline in real wages and rising inflation over the course of 2012. Volume sales of consumer electronics rise in 2011, which was considered by some as an early sign of recovery of Hungary's economy from the economic crisis. However, volume sales declined again over 2012, suggesting...

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Fonplus, one of the most helpful blogs for UK residents and business, has just highlighted a new way for UK residents to lower their mobile phone tariffs. The Free Call App is now available for UK residents, and this enables people to make both local and international calls without any extra charges.

Home audio and cinema showed a poor performance in 2013, continuing the 2012 decline in volume sales. Digital media player docks and audio separates were the only categories to see growth within home audio and cinema in 2013. Both categories appeal to the ongoing connectivity trend, as they support broad functionality.

Apple were once the leaders in the home computer world and became leaders in the mobile phone market with their iPhones, however it seems they are quickly losing their crown in the mobile phone world with all the problems they are having.

Worry about personal data being found on electronic devices has stopped many people from selling old, unwanted electronics. Now, PayMore stores not only buys new, used, or broken electronics for cash, but they also ensure secure data trading, by professionally wiping purchased electronics of all personal data, free of charge.

Individuals can never be too careful about what is occurring inside or outside of their property. As technology advances, it is easier than ever to keep an eye on the most important aspects of life. To prevent others from being able to blatantly see a security device, DIY Surveillance Pro is announcing their sale price for its exclusive, wireless spy camera. The camera comes equipped with a portable DVR to allow users the ability to view their surveillance from the palm of their hands. This product, the Palmboy 4.0 is on sale for the low price of $199.99, over 25 percent off the retail price.

The South Korean consumer electronics is mature, meaning growth rates will be below those of emerging markets. We expect the market will remain in positive growth territory over the medium term but growth will be slow, with a forecast CAGR of 3% 2014-2018 to US$18.7bn in 2018. In the short term, high household debt levels will be a constraint on consumer spending and high penetration rates mean there are limited first-time buyer opportunities. However, consumer appetite for innovative products means we have a bright medium-term outlook. Tablets, convertibles/hybrids and emerging technologies such as OLED and ultra-HD TV sets and wearable computing devices offer medium-term growth potential.

Hong Kong is home to a vibrant consumer electronics market due to high incomes and strong demand for the latest products among local consumers. However, spending growth on consumer electronics devices slowed in 2012 and 2013 due to a combination of a weaker economic environment, price erosion and high penetration of devices in key markets. While growth rates will necessarily underperform emerging markets in APAC due to high penetration, short replacement cycles in key product categories such as smartphones and tablets will ensure spending growth remains positive over the medium term. There is, however, downside risk to this outlook from a hard-landing in China, or from the negative wealth effect of any cooling in property prices that would hit consumer confidence.

A Nixie Clock in limited edition recently hit the market, followed by an app of a 'steampunk nixie clock' that features many of the elaborate details found in the original timepieces.

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