Author: Rabindra

4 Premium Smart TVs to Look Out for in 2024

Halfway through 2024, the world of home entertainment is just getting bigger and better, and more exciting than ever. Premium smart TVs have become the cornerstone of modern living rooms, offering a blend of cutting-edge technology, stunning visuals, and immersive audio experiences.

Various brands and various models are on a spree to set new benchmarks in the industry, bringing unparalleled innovation and quality to consumers. Here is a list of top 4 smart TVs that are sure to leave you spellbound with their exceptional picture quality, smart features, and overall performance.

TCL C655 QLED TV
Powered by Google TV OS, TCL’s C655 enhances its distinguished QLED TV lineup by integrating movies, shows, and live TV from a wide array of OTT apps and subscriptions. This next-gen TV features a Uni-body ultra-slim design, offering an improved visual effect and optimized space utilization. Available in multiple screen sizes—43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, and 75”—it is tailored to fit various home spaces. Equipped with 4K Quantum Dot Pro, the C655 elevates the standard viewing experience to a cinematic level, featuring precise light control and a superior picture quality chip that significantly enhances color contrast, brightness, and saturation across a wide color gamut.

Samsung UA65CUE60AKLXL Crystal iSmart 4K LED TV
This 4K Ultra HD smart TV, with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 and a 50 Hertz refresh rate, offers an exceptional viewing experience. Connectivity options include three HDMI ports for connecting set-top boxes or gaming consoles, one USB port for hard drives or other USB devices, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. The sound system delivers a powerful 20W output through 2-channel speakers, enhanced by OTS Lite and Adaptive Sound, with dual audio support via Bluetooth and Buds Auto Switch for seamless audio transitions. Smart TV features encompass a wide range of supported apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube, along with screen mirroring, Universal Guide, Media Home, Tap View, mobile camera support, AI speaker, easy setup, app casting, Wireless DeX, SmartThings, Smart Hub, IoT sensor, and a web browser. The display boasts a 4K Ultra HD Smart Panel with a Crystal Processor 4K, Pur Color, HDR 10+, Mega Contrast UHD Dimming, 3-side bezel-less design, Motion Xcelerator, Contrast Enhancer,
and Filmmaker Mode for a truly immersive visual experience.

TCL P755Pro 4K QLED TV
TCL’s 4K QLED TV lineup, the P755Pro range, features T-Screen technology for outstanding detail and comes in various screen sizes: 55″, 65″, and 75″. It boasts 3x contrast enhancement, 16% lower energy consumption, and an impressive >178-degree viewing angle. The HDR capability delivers richer details with higher contrast, a wider color gamut, and vivid colors for an enhanced viewing experience. Utilizing MEMC technology, the P755Pro ensures sharp, blur-free action scenes, making it perfect for fast-paced content. Additionally, gamers will love the new DLG (Dual Line Gate) technology, which employs unique algorithms to achieve a higher refresh rate and lower latency, offering an exceptional gaming experience.

Haier 4K Ultra HD Smart LED Google TV
This 4K Ultra HD smart TV, with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 and a 60 Hertz refresh rate, offers a stunning visual experience enhanced by a 178-degree wide viewing angle. Connectivity is robust, featuring four HDMI ports for connecting set-top boxes, Blu-ray players, and gaming consoles, as well as two USB ports for hard drives and other USB devices. The sound system delivers a 24-watt output with Dolby Audio, ensuring rich and immersive audio quality. Smart TV features include Google TV, Watchlist, Google Assistant, Google Play, Chromecast, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video, providing seamless access to a variety of content and apps. The display is further enhanced with MEMC and 4K HDR, offering smooth motion and high dynamic range for a superior viewing experience.

Global Executives Upbeat on International Growth Despite Dimmer Outlook, Lean on Technology

Washington, DC, June 19, 2024 — Factum Global, an international consulting firm specializing in helping organizations expand and operate across global markets, today released the results of their latest Factum Global Business Sentiment Survey assessing the outlook for global business and technology.

While the overall positive outlook on global business has dipped since Q3 2023, the survey found that 77.2% of executives still plan to continue or increase their international expansion over the next six months, leaning heavily on emerging technologies like AI, cybersecurity, and process automation.

The survey found 84.2% of executives believe doing international business is good for their organization based on their global economic forecast for the next six months, down slightly from Q3 2023. However, the overall positive outlook on global business scored just 0.521, an 8.1% decrease from Q3 2023 amidst volatility.

“While economic and geopolitical headwinds have dampened sentiment somewhat, the majority of leaders still view an international footprint as critical,” said Francisco Gomez, Founder & CEO of Factum Global. “They’re turning to innovations like AI, enhanced cybersecurity, and automation to optimize operations, roll out new services, and meet evolving customer needs across borders.”

Many respondents specifically highlighted plans to increase activities in high-growth markets across Asia like Japan, Korea, Singapore, and Vietnam, as well as Eastern Europe, Brazil, Mexico, and Sub-Saharan African nations such as South Africa and Kenya. Cost and time-saving opportunities, and leveraging international conferences and events aligned with strategic objectives were noted as key priorities.

Despite persistent challenges, “the data signals that international business remains central to corporate growth strategies in 2024 and beyond, but with a sharpened focus on unlocking new efficiencies through technology,” added Gomez.

The Factum Global Business Sentiment Survey, conducted in collaboration with Global Chamber®, TechFides, and ASIS International from March 6 to May 10, 2024, was answered anonymously by nearly 150 business executives (C-Suite to Director level). Respondents represented a wide range of industries (financial, information technology, manufacturing, professional services, and nonprofits), company sizes, and functional specialties. 39% of respondents were North America-based and 61% were headquartered in more than 30 countries across Asia-Pacific (37.6%), Europe (15.3%), South America (4.7%), and Sub-Saharan Africa (3.5%).

Spring EQ Adds Fixed-Rate HELOC to Home Equity Loan Suite of Products

Philadelphia, PA, June 19, 2024 — Spring EQ, a leading provider of home equity financing solutions, announced today that it has added Fixed Rate Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) products to its range of home equity and mortgage solutions.

The Fixed-Rate HELOC product will offer 15-, 20- or 30-year terms, and be available across all of Spring EQ’s business units, including retail, partner, and TPO broker. It is expected to launch in the Correspondent channel in the coming weeks.

“We’re excited to offer this new fixed-rate HELOC,” said Spring EQ Chief Executive Officer Jerry Schiano. “It’s an innovative product, and we believe homeowners will appreciate the flexibility of a HELOC along with the reliability of a fixed rate and payment.”

“The Fixed-Rate HELOC allows us to offer another solution to more homeowners,” said Joe Steffa, Executive Chairman of Spring EQ. “With today’s rate environment and record amounts of tappable equity across the nation, it’s a key differentiator for us to offer the widest, deepest range of solutions. This product helps us continue to do just that.”

One of the fastest-growing non-bank home equity lenders in the nation, Spring EQ adds Fixed Rate HELOCs to a product suite including Variable Rate HELOCs offering multiple draw periods, and Fixed-Rate Home Equity Loans with terms ranging from 5 to 30 years. Spring EQ extends eligibility to self-employed property owners, and loans are available for primary homes, secondary homes and investment properties.

Future Electronics Celebrates Success at PCIM Europe 2024

Pointe Claire, Canada, June 19, 2024 — Future Electronics, a leading global distributor of electronic components, is pleased to announce its successful participation at PCIM Europe 2024, held from June 11 to 13 in Nuremberg, Germany.

PCIM Europe provided an engaging platform for Future Electronics to showcase its latest innovations, engage with industry peers, and demonstrate its commitment to driving technological advancements in the field of power electronics and energy management.

At PCIM Europe 2024, attendees discovered Future Electronics’ comprehensive suite of demos from their many experts in addition to their extensive portfolio of electronic components.

Future Electronics extends its gratitude to all attendees, partners, and organizers for making PCIM Europe 2024 a resounding success.

Goldenberry Farms Introduces Sweet Sugar Mango Retail Pack

Miami, FL, June 19, 2024 — Goldenberry Farms announces the expansion of its Sugar Mango miniature mango brand with a new recyclable consumer retail pack.

The pack, developed at the request of retailers, allows this specialty mango to be showcased and priced with a UPC code, allowing consumers to easily differentiate and learn about this unique item.

Participating retailers may also see an overall traffic boost from Goldenberry’s “Sweet Sugar Mango Store Locator,” which has processed several thousand inquiries since being launched.

Consumers enter their zip code to be directed to the nearest retailer, and learn more about this hand-harvested, unique item.

“Millions of mango lovers crave the taste and flavor that only comes with tree-ripened fruit. The mango market has expanded to the point where a substantial consumer base exists for unique high-quality mangos, regardless of price,” commented Michelle Adler, Goldenberry Farms Marketing Director. “We receive calls and inquiries daily for our miniature mangos, directing that traffic to our local retail partners. This item with its merchandising and fragrance has the potential to influence a customer’s decision about where to shop, which is has been a motivator for grocers to carry the item. Consumers’ desire for novelty and variety makes Sweet Sugar Mango® the most talked about addition to the mango category.”

The product is supported by a full social media and digital campaign, consumer recipes, promotions, as well as select in-store marketing campaigns. This is the thinking behind Goldenberry’s line of miniature mangos, which takes the Azucar and Mini Irwin varieties and markets them under the company’s “Sugar Mangos” brand.

Unlike many other exotic mangos, “sugar mango” branded miniature mangos feature a thin skin that does not require the fruit to be peeled before eating; they are both a kid-friendly treat and an elevated fruit-eating experience. The retail pack is sold by weight and features 4-5 mini mangos per unit.

Goldenberry Farms continues to work year-round on the development of this unique item, not only on the field and with local family farmers to enhance the tree and soil quality, but also investing into packing, processing and food safety technologies to increase the reliability and consistency of exports.

As the volumes have increased, Goldenberry Farms has added machine sorting and cleaning to the harvest and quality process, using scanning technology to help monitor the quality and ripeness of each piece of fruit, as well as expanding its field team at origins.

Sweet Sugar Mango (also knows as baby sugar mango, and “sugar mango”) are protected by a series of trademarks and legal protections globally, allowing for the development of line extensions and expanded consumer programs. The company is working with juice, soda, and snack companies on various other implementations of the brand.

Goldenberry Farms and its parent company are offering licensing and distribution opportunities to work with their Sugar Mango™ and Sweet Sugar Mango® products and brands. For licensing or business opportunities, visit https://linktr.ee/goldenberryfarms.

Where Good Things Grow.

Goldenberry Farms® is a grower, packer, and leading exporter of high-quality tropical fruit, as well as the owner of various IP, shelf-life technologies, and commercial trade brands.

The company has growing regions in Colombia, Ecuador, and the Caribbean, exporting via air and sea to distributors and retailers in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Goldenberry Farms is known for its “Where Good Things Grow” approach to regenerative farming, which focuses on soil health to commercially grow fruit naturally with a longer shelf life and ideal taste profile. Goldenberry Farms has been designated a “ZOMAC” company, for its commitment to rebuilding communities and areas with the development of sustainable tropical fruit and produce and was recently featured in Forbes’ Top 30 Brands for 2024.

New Colorado Bed and Breakfast Directory Released for 2024 with Select Quality B&Bs Listed Across the State

Colorado Springs, CO, June 19, 2024 –Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado just released the association’s updated free Print Directory of Colorado bed and breakfast inns. The new directory provides accommodation recommendations across the state and each inn is dedicated to upholding quality and hospitality standards with breakfast included in your stay.

Order the new B&B Directory by sending an email to marketing@InnsofColorado.org. For those wanting immediate information on bed and breakfast travel in Colorado, the association offers a mobile-friendly website with immediate access to information and direct reservation availability online at www.InnsofColorado.org.

In addition to direct information on member properties, the InnsofColorado.org website also includes an activities page with links to arts, culture, music, farmers markets, and historic sites as well as a blog and delicious inn recipes. Travel planning pages provide suggestions on outdoor recreation such as biking, hiking, horseback riding, whitewater rafting and fishing. Colorado travelers can find options to explore ancient cliff dwellings, walk in dinosaur tracks, tour a restored trading fort, view mountains vistas, listen to traditional cowboy music or upbeat mountain jazz, and return to a bed and breakfast where a complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. All members of the association meet quality accommodation standards.

Copies of the free 2024 updated Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado Official State Directory are available through email orders at marketing@innsofcolorado.org, and will be available at member bed and breakfast inns and at the Colorado Welcome Centers located throughout the state. Guests should keep in mind that booking direct with an inn’s official website vs. a third-party booking site, can save time and offer the best rates and special occasion packages.

To order the free and newly published 2024 printed State Directory of B&Bs, send an email to marketing@InnsofColorado.org with a name and mailing address and a free Official CO Association B&B Guide will be mailed first class.