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Reputation Appoints New CTO To Spearhead AI Product Innovation

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

SAN RAMON, Calif., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Reputation, the global leader in reputation performance management, today announced the appointment of Shantanu Sarkar as Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately.

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  • Shantanu Sarkar has led product and engineering teams at public and private organizations through critical phases of business transformation and revenue growth.
  • "Shantanu's outstanding track record as a product innovator and business leader is the perfect match for Reputation's next phase of growth," said Joe Burton, CEO of Reputation.
  • "The company is poised for massive scale, and our new CTO has the right experience to lead our innovation efforts during this phase.
  • "I am thrilled to join Reputation at a time when generative AI and innovation are impacting companies at an unprecedented rate," said Shantanu Sarkar, CTO of Reputation.

Volley Launches LLM Game That Players Can Speak To

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Volley, the leading creator of voice AI games, announced today the launch of "Volley's 20 Questions" in the Amazon Alexa Skill Store. Volley's 20 Questions is one of the first Large-Language-Model-based voice games to allow for open-ended voice conversations with an AI character. The game is free to play for anyone with a compatible Alexa-enabled device, and fun for all ages and groups including families.

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  • The game is free to play for anyone with a compatible Alexa-enabled device, and fun for all ages and groups including families.
  • Volley's 20 Questions is one of the first LLM-based games that players can speak to naturally using just their voice.
  • To start the game, players simply need to say "Alexa, open Volley Games" to their Alexa-enabled device.
  • "It's one of the first LLM-based games that players can speak to naturally using just their voice.

Panasonic to partner with Amazon Fire TV to deliver new experiential value for smart TVs

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Consequently, these TVs will enhance how you discover and enjoy content, offering a personalized home screen that brings together streaming services, apps, live channels, and tailored recommendations.

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  • Consequently, these TVs will enhance how you discover and enjoy content, offering a personalized home screen that brings together streaming services, apps, live channels, and tailored recommendations.
  • In recent years, the diversification of TV usage has rapidly advanced due to the proliferation of the internet and smartphones.
  • The collaboration aims to enhance the product strength and experiential value of home televisions, suitable for the multi-screen era.
  • "We're incredibly excited to announce with Panasonic that their new smart TVs will include Fire TV starting in 2024," said Mr. Daniel Rausch, vice president for Alexa and Fire TV, Amazon.

Explore More, Feel More: Panasonic announces the Z95A and Z93A with Fire TV built in

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Monday, January 8, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Panasonic announces two new flagship OLED TVs for 2024, the Z95A (65" and 55") and Z93A (77").

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  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Panasonic announces two new flagship OLED TVs for 2024, the Z95A (65" and 55") and Z93A (77").
  • Superior image and audio quality is at the heart of the Z95A and Z93A thanks to a brand-new chipset and brighter panel.
  • In a world of content overload, the Z95A and Z93A stand out with their ability to aggregate content from both broadcast and streaming services.
  • This content-forward approach, made possible by Fire TV built in, offers viewers a streamlined experience in content discovery and consumption.

CES 2024: Bosch Technologies Help Consumers Use Energy Sustainably

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Monday, January 8, 2024

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    “To help us meet our future global energy needs in a more resource-efficient way, we at Bosch are rethinking energy use and focusing on a two-pronged approach: electrification and hydrogen.
  • One innovation the company is presenting at CES has been named a CES® 2024 Innovation Award honoree by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA): automated valet charging.
  • Another Bosch highlight at CES 2024 is the IDS Ultra Heat Pump, which was developed specifically for North America.
  • In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 470 subsidiary and regional companies in over 60 countries.

RCA Unveils a New Audio, TV Line, and Smart Home Technology at CES 2024

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Monday, January 8, 2024

RCA's new TV series, in partnership with Treasure Creek, will be shown for the first time ever at CES 2024 and is expected to launch later this year.

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  • RCA's new TV series, in partnership with Treasure Creek, will be shown for the first time ever at CES 2024 and is expected to launch later this year.
  • The launch of RCA's first line of smart pet feeders also takes center stage at CES 2024, with connectivity to RCA's Smart Home App solidifying the company's commitment to seamless smart home experiences built for today.
  • "CES 2024 marks a significant milestone for RCA as we pioneer the next generation of audio, TV, and connected home technologies," said Tony Bozzini, President of RCA.
  • RCA will also showcase new smart home security cameras, gaming monitors, and tablets in their CES booth (details below).

Triton Digital Announces Integration With Amazon Publisher Services for Interactive Audio Ads

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Triton Digital , a global technology and services leader to the digital audio, podcast and broadcast radio industries, today announced its integration with Amazon Publisher Services (APS), expanding access to premium audio inventory at scale for Amazon DSP advertisers.

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  • Triton Digital , a global technology and services leader to the digital audio, podcast and broadcast radio industries, today announced its integration with Amazon Publisher Services (APS), expanding access to premium audio inventory at scale for Amazon DSP advertisers.
  • This integration enables Amazon Ads’ unique interactive audio ads on Alexa-enabled devices to appear across shared APS and Triton Digital publishers, delivering an engaging advertising experience to listeners and enhanced inventory monetization to publishers.
  • The Triton Audio Marketplace offers access to one of the largest single pool of audio audiences, with more than 100 billion audio impressions per month, allowing marketers and agencies to transact on all forms of audio inventory.
  • Kantar also found that interactive audio ads achieved higher consideration (1.3x) and purchase intent (2.3x) compared to standard audio creatives.

GE Lighting, a Savant company to Launch Industry Leading Full Color Smart Undercabinet Fixtures in 2024

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Monday, January 8, 2024

The all-new Cync Reveal® HD+ Full Color Undercabinet Fixtures and Pucks are the first and only full color and edge-lit smart undercabinet lights available in the North American market.

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  • The all-new Cync Reveal® HD+ Full Color Undercabinet Fixtures and Pucks are the first and only full color and edge-lit smart undercabinet lights available in the North American market.
  • Cync Reveal products offer exceptional clarity, millions of color options, and smart control in an elegant, easy-to-install undercabinet fixture.
  • The smart fixtures' slim profile and edge-lit design illuminates countertops with diffused pools of vibrant colors and pure, clean light.
  • In addition to the Cync Direct Connect Full Color Smart Bulb and Cync Smart Indoor Plug, 18 more products will hit retailers this year.

DTS Play-Fi Demonstrates its Commitment to Advancing the Home Theater at CES 2024

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Monday, January 8, 2024

At CES 2024, DTS, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Xperi Inc. (NYSE: XPER), will demonstrate its commitment to connecting consumers to powerful and immersive entertainment through its award-winning technology, DTS Play-Fi®.

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  • At CES 2024, DTS, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Xperi Inc. (NYSE: XPER), will demonstrate its commitment to connecting consumers to powerful and immersive entertainment through its award-winning technology, DTS Play-Fi®.
  • An honoree of the 2024 CES Innovation Award in the Content and Entertainment category, DTS Play-Fi Immersive Home Theater is the only whole-home wireless solution to support up to 12 channels of distinct sound for higher-fidelity listening.
  • Throughout CES 2024, Xperi will be showcasing the power of DTS Play-Fi.
  • For more information about DTS, visit https://dts.com/ and more information about DTS Play-Fi, visit https://play-fi.com/ .

Govee Unveils Next-Generation Lighting, Enhanced AI Technology and More at CES 2024

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Monday, January 8, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Govee , an innovator in the smart lighting and smart home industries, today debuts two new lighting products, the Govee AI Sync Box Kit 2 and Neon Rope Light 2 , at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

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  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Govee , an innovator in the smart lighting and smart home industries, today debuts two new lighting products, the Govee AI Sync Box Kit 2 and Neon Rope Light 2 , at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
  • Next-Generation Matter-Compatible Lighting for Enhanced Gaming: Govee AI Sync Box Kit 2 & Neon Rope Light 2
    Following the success of the AI Gaming Sync Box Kit at CES 2023, Govee is redefining the gaming landscape with the release of the Govee AI Sync Box Kit 2.
  • Govee's CogniGlow™ AI recognition technology is fueling this innovation, which automatically activates tailored lighting effects based on in-game content and offers a personalized experience for any gaming moment.
  • The Govee Govee AI Sync Box Kit 2, Neon Rope Light 2, GoveeLife Presence Sensor and Matter-Certified Smart Plug Pro will be available in the first half of 2024.