Category: Tech News

Monthly TV Market Tracker Reveals Shifting Leadership

Global TV shipments declined 1% YoY in November 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s latest Global Monthly TV Tracker, reversing the growth seen in the previous two months. In MoM terms, the shipments fell 15% in November, as September and October shipments had been boosted by inventory accumulation ahead of year-end peak sales.

Samsung remained the leading global TV brand in November 2025, although its shipments declined 3% YoY, resulting in a modest decrease in market share, from 18% in November 2024 to 17%.

TCL continued to expand its presence in the global TV market, narrowing the gap with market leader Samsung. Despite the continued sluggishness in the Chinese market, TCL’s global TV shipments surged 20% YoY, demonstrating the company’s growing competitiveness.

Associate Director Sujeong Lim said, “Offering high-definition technologies such as MiniLED at competitive prices, TCL has received great response from emerging markets such as Eastern Europe and the Middle East and Africa (MEA), which are relatively cost-sensitive.”

Another Chinese brand, Hisense, maintained its third place, but its shipments declined 13% YoY. This manufacturer is heavily reliant on its home market, which accounted for 27% of its total shipments in the first half of 2025, and was hit hard by a 24% YoY decline there.

LG Electronics recorded a 7% YoY increase in shipments, raising its market share from 8% to 9%. With comparatively lower exposure to China, LG benefited from strong momentum in the North American and Latin American markets, where shipments grew 8% and 29% YoY, respectively.

Thanks to the successful completion of the Vizio acquisition in December 2024, Walmart saw significant YoY growth, quickly moving up to the top five. With its own brand, ONN, and subsidiary Vizio, the company is now emerging as Samsung’s strongest competitor in North America.

Research Director Bob O’Brien said, “For the year through November, Samsung’s lead over TCL remained stronger. Samsung’s share of TV shipments through November held steady at 16%, as total shipments decreased by 0.6%. In 2026, Samsung will remain the global TV market leader, while Chinese brands such as TCL, Hisense and Xiaomi will rapidly expand their presence across various segments. In particular, they are increasing shipments in high-growth segments such as MiniLED and mid-to-large-size screens, increasing competitive pressure.”

Tegan Timmons from Coláiste Bríde wins two awards at the Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition

A secondary school student from Coláiste Bríde, Dublin, has won two major awards at the Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition, recognising her innovative project focused on improving young people’s relationship with food and nutrition.

Tegan Timmons was named winner of the SuperValu “Food for the Future” Award and also received third place in the Senior Individual category for her project, Nutritrack: Rethinking healthy eating.

The project impressed judges with its alternative approach to healthy eating apps, shifting the focus away from calorie counting and towards nutritional understanding. Nutritrack was designed in response to growing concerns about the impact of diet culture and calorie-focused apps on teenagers’ relationship with food.

Speaking about her motivation, Tegan said she wanted to challenge how existing apps frame food and eating. “I’ve noticed how calorie-counting and diet culture affect people my age, including people very close to me,” she said” “I wanted to explore whether there was a healthier, more supportive way to help teenagers understand food and nutrients.”

Through surveys and research carried out as part of the project, Tegan found that many young people reported skipping meals or feeling anxious about eating based on feedback from calorie-tracking apps. These findings informed the design of Nutritrack, which seeks to support healthier habits without reinforcing restrictive behaviours.

The project was developed through Teen-Turn’s Project Squad programme, with Tegan spending hours refining her research and technical approach alongside her mentor Leona Egan at The Digital Hub in Dublin. As part of Project Squad, Tegan also presented her work at SciFest@Teen-Turn, where the project received recognition before going on to achieve success at the Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition.

Reflecting on Tegan’s progress, Leona praised her commitment and growth over the course of the programme. “Balancing schoolwork, extracurricular activities and a completely self-directed project was a real challenge,” she said. “Over time, Tegan developed strong organisational skills, confidence in her own thinking and a real sense of ownership over her work. By the time she presented at Stripe, she could clearly articulate her research, technical approach and the impact of her project.”

Commenting on the value of the experience Leona said: “Teen-Turn Programmes like Project Squad give students the time, support and confidence to take ownership of their ideas, develop resilience, and see that their work has real value beyond the classroom.”

Teen-Turn is a non-profit organisation that supports teenage girls to explore STEM through free after-school programmes, mentoring and hands-on projects. For ten years, through initiatives such as Project Squad, PLUS Club, Technovation, and Work Experience, students gain confidence, practical skills and insight into future education and career pathways in science and technology.

Reolink Launches TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi with 360-Degree Coverage

Reolink, an innovative leader in intelligent visual technology for the home and business, has announced today the launch of the TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi, a dual-lens 4K PTZ floodlight camera with local AI video search. As the newest member of Reolink’s floodlight cam series, the hardwired TrackFlex is now available for purchase in the U.S. with a retail price starting from 259.99 USD on Reolink.com and Amazon – all without subscription fees.

Award Winning Innovation

Reolink TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi made a strong debut at IFA Berlin 2025, winning the IFA Innovation Awards Honoree, and a total of 19 “Best of IFA 2025” awards from top mass media and tech outlets, including TechRadar’s Best of IFA 2025 Award, and the BGR IFA Innovation Award 2025. The camera was highly praised for its innovative approach to solving long-standing pain points in conventional security cameras—such as limited horizontal visibility and loss of fine details. Combined with 4K clarity, 360-degree horizontal coverage and auto-zoom tracking, TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi delivers a convenient and thoughtful monitoring experience, ensuring full property coverage with zero blind spots. For more details, please refer to a comprehensive TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi review, as well as a TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi vs. Elite Floodlight WiFi comparison, highlighting the key differences between the two models.

Two Lens, Two Views, One Screen

TrackFlex features an advanced 2-in-1 dual-lens design, offering 360-degree coverage to capture wide areas such as yards and driveways with precision. The dual-lens system autonomously switches between focal lengths to track moving subjects seamlessly. This ensures users can capture crystal-clear detail both near and far, eliminating the blurry focus lag typical of conventional single-lens cameras. Both the expansive wide-angle view powered by the 4K lens and the close-up detail view enabled by the 6x hybrid lens are displayed simultaneously on one screen in the Reolink App, giving users a truly comprehensive monitoring perspective.

3000 Lumens of Nighttime Security

TrackFlex boasts up to 3000 industry-leading Lumens Dimmable LEDs, delivering crisp, vibrant, full-color footage without the common issues of detail and color loss in low-light conditions. Its powerful brightness is combined with a 110-decibel automatic siren to deter potential intruders. Additionally, the camera supports adjustable color temperature settings(6500K cool light or 3000K warm light), giving users the flexibility to customize the lighting based on the preferences. Users have the option to manually adjust the lighting or let the automatic setting select the best option according to ambient light, offering convenient adaptability.

Find Fast, Stay Private

TrackFlex is powered by the cutting-edge ReoNeura™ AI system, featuring the Local AI Video Search. This on-device AI feature enables users to quickly retrieve relevant videos through text descriptions like “man in a blue shirt,” removing the need for time-consuming manual searches. The system can automatically identify people, vehicles, animals, and even packages, directly exporting the desired videos. All processing is done locally on the device, ensuring privacy and avoiding any extra costs.

Out-of-View Detection

Another standout feature that sets TrackFlex apart is its 270-degree Out-of-View Detection. Thanks to the built-in array of three passive infrared (PIR) sensors, the camera can continuously detect motion at distances ranging from 2 to 10 meters within the ultra-wide 270-degree zone, ensuring hidden activities are promptly captured for enhanced security. When mounted at the ideal height of 2 to 3 meters, it provides broad coverage, offering reliable and precise security across large areas.

To learn more about the TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi, please visit Reolink.com

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Solbasium Announces Global Launch of Nova Red Light Therapy Bed

Solbasium, a leading innovator in high-performance red light therapy and recovery technology, today announced the upcoming global launch of the Nova Red Light Therapy Bed, its most advanced full-body platform to date. Scheduled for worldwide release in April, Nova will debut simultaneously across U.S. and international markets, redefining access to professional-level red light therapy.

Designed for both clinical environments and at-home use, Nova delivers clinic-grade performance at a breakthrough price point of approximately $153,000, matching or exceeding the performance of legacy full-body systems traditionally priced at $60,000 or more. By removing long-standing barriers of cost, infrastructure, and complexity, Nova expands access to high-performance red light therapy for more clinics and more people than ever before.

“Nova represents a major step forward for red light therapy,” said Bradley Carden, Founder and CEO of Solbasium. “We built Nova to meet professional clinical standards while eliminating the cost and infrastructure barriers that have limited adoption for years.”

Multiple franchise groups have already committed to pilot programs ahead of launch, validating Nova’s performance, durability, and commercial viability in high-use clinical settings.

Key Features of the Nova Bed include:

 

  • Clinic-grade performance at breakthrough pricing, delivering professional clinical standards at approximately $15,000.
  • Designed for clinics and at-home use, combining daily clinical durability with an intuitive, home-friendly system.
  • Simple installation and global compatibility, operating on a standard 110V outlet with no special wiring required.
  • Platform-based design, enabling ongoing software, protocol, and service-layer enhancements over time.

Nova is engineered as an evolving system, not a static device. Planned expansions throughout the year include Nova Insights™, advanced protocol options, wearable correlations, and enhanced support for clinics and high-use customers.

Solbasium develops high performance recovery technology trusted by NFL teams, professional athletes and wellness leaders, with growing adoption across gyms, clinics, and studios worldwide. Its red light therapy systems are designed to bring professional level performance into everyday use while supporting recovery and overall wellness.

Hidden Hearing Introduces Oticon Zeal

Groundbreaking new hearing device delivers exceptional sound quality, always-on AI sound processing and full modern connectivity, with a virtually unseen design

It addresses the overlooked consequences of hearing loss in the workplace and beyond

Hidden Hearing, Ireland’s leading provider of hearing healthcare, has announced the arrival of a breakthrough in hearing technology with the launch of Oticon Zeal. This next-generation hearing device combines exceptional sound quality, always-on AI sound processing and full modern connectivity in a remarkably discreet form.

Not everyone sees themselves in traditional hearing aids and with that in mind Oticon designed something different, discreet, elegant and effortless.It looks and feels more like the earbuds that many people already wear. It’s an exceptional hearing aid without the compromise or stigma of conventional designs.

With Zeal, seeing is believing. It’s the hearing aid for people who never thought they’d wear one. It delivers intelligent, high-performance hearing with seamless connectivity to today’s digital world, while remaining virtually invisible in use.

For many people, particularly those in fast-paced and demanding roles, hearing loss becomes a silent challenge. Missed information in meetings, increased listening effort and end-of-day fatigue can all affect performance long before someone realises hearing is the root cause. Despite this, most people delay seeking help for seven to ten years, often due to concerns about visibility, stigma and the belief that they must compromise on either discretion or performance.

“We regularly meet people who are coping rather than thriving at work,” said Dolores Madden, Marketing Director for Hidden Hearing. “They are working harder just to keep up, without realising how much untreated hearing loss is impacting their focus, confidence and energy. By launching this premium product in our clinics, we’re offering a solution that supports people in their working and social lives without drawing attention or requiring compromise.”

In the modern workplace, clear communication is critical. Untreated hearing loss can quietly undermine productivity, collaboration and confidence, particularly in meetings, open-plan offices and hybrid working environments. Supporting clearer hearing can reduce mental strain and help people stay engaged, effective and confident throughout the day.

“I see patients with hearing loss that is often left untreated due to perceived stigma around it,” said Dr Clodagh Gallagher, Medical Advisor for Hidden Hearing. “They also experience mental fatigue, frustration and a drop in confidence at work as a result. When you have clear hearing, it supports better decision-making, stronger communication and overall performance.”

This new innovation addresses the often unseen impact of untreated hearing loss on people’s professional performance, confidence and everyday wellbeing.

A significant barrier to early treatment is the belief that people must choose between discretion and performance. Many delay addressing hearing loss because they don’t want a visible device to define them professionally or socially.

Stigma remains one of the most powerful reasons people put off seeking help. Hearing loss affects people of all ages, yet outdated perceptions continue to hold many back.

“One of the most damaging myths around hearing loss is that it’s something to hide or ignore,” added Dr Gallagher. “The longer people wait, the more impact it can have on their personal and professional lives. Discreet, modern solutions like this help remove that stigma and encourage people to take action earlier.”

Oticon Zeal is designed to fit effortlessly into everyday life, offering a personalised hearing solution for people who want to stay active, social and fully engaged. Whether in quiet moments, busy social settings, at work, enjoying sport or listening to music, it adapts naturally to different environments while maintaining exceptional sound quality and connectivity.

With state-of-the-art innovations like Oticon Zeal now available in Hidden Hearing clinics nationwide, the organisation continues its commitment to helping people hear clearly, perform confidently and stay fully connected to their work and lives without

Sky Mobile reveals major savings hack for 2026

New research from Sky Mobile has revealed Irish customers’ habits when it comes to their monthly mobile bills and switching mobile providers – and some new opportunities for saving money in 2026. 
The study revealed that almost half (49%)* of Irish people are making financial New Year’s resolutions this January, from paying off debt to saving more money. Cutting back on impulse purchases (50%), following a budget (43%) and reducing food and drink spending (38%) are the top three ways Irish people plan to save money this year – but there’s one major savings hack that isn’t receiving the same attention. 
The same research revealed just 1 in 10 (10%) Irish people were likely to start switching mobile providers more regularly as a New Year’s money saving hack. For the remaining 90% who planned to stay put with their provider, there’s a huge, missed opportunity for saving. This January, customers who switch to Sky Mobile today will pay just €15 a month for unlimited data, calls and texts to any network in Ireland – and switching couldn’t be easier. 
The findings also show that customers aren’t as savvy at switching mobile providers as they are with other utilities, despite 70% saying they would switch for a better deal. While some Irish consumers are still not switching utility providers as often as they could, they are switching mobile providers far less frequently. Only just over a third of Irish consumers (37%) switch mobile provider within five years — while nearly double that number say they have switched electricity, gas, or broadband providers in the last five years (73%).  
What’s more, 1 in 3 consumers say they wait over five years to switch mobile provider, while 1 in 5 admit to never switching providers. Think of the savings they could have been making! 
Speaking about the findings, Irish budgeting creator and author, Caz Mooney, said: “One of my top budgeting tips for 2026 is to switch utility providers regularly but when it comes to mobile bills, it looks like many consumers are missing a big opportunity to save money.  Sky Mobile has some brilliant offers for anyone looking to switch, and the best thing is, switching is easy.”
Speaking on the benefits of Sky Mobile, Aideen Chambers, Connectivity Director, said:  “Since landing in the Irish market in 2024, Sky Mobile has offered customers fairness, flexibility and transparency when it comes to their mobile plan. However, our research tells us that a huge number of Irish customers are overpaying with their current provider. Switching to Sky Mobile could be the answer to your savings goals for 2026.”
Sky Mobile disrupted the mobile market in 2024, giving Irish customers the opportunity to Expect More versus other providers, with fairer contracts and greater transparency providing significant monthly savings. 
Sky Mobile is available in Sky’s retail stores across Ireland and online at sky.com/ie/shop/mobile. 

Honor GT 2 Faces Fierce Competition from OnePlus 15R

Honor has been one of the biggest smartphone manufacturers of 2025, especially when you look at their range’s screen quality and battery capacity. With that said, the OnePlus 15R is set to rival their latest release, the Honor GT 2, in every single way. Reports saying that the OnePlus 15R will be the first smartphone to have an 8300mAh glacier battery at launch, something that’s gone down very well with users.

A Bigger Focus on Performance and Power

The OnePlus 15R puts a big focus on performance and power. Representatives have said that the device is going to run efficiently all day long, without draining the battery too much, due to the design of the phone. 

One charge is enough to run the handset for a full day, with the power-saving mode and 100W SuperFast Charging feature that makes it easy to use your phone for anything you need, without worrying about it running out of battery. 

When you look at the Honor smartphone, which comes with an 8300mAh battery, it’s coupled with an 80w wired and wireless charging feature. OnePlus 15 has taken this and levelled it up, showing how they are set on dominating the smartphone sector. The 15R model of the OnePlus 15 is also going to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, which is great news for gamers.

Quality Displays and High Refresh Rates 

The OnePlus 15R also has a dynamic screen, with a 120FPS refresh rate. The phone also has an “always on” gameplay screen, which means the power-saving settings won’t activate when you’re in the middle of something. With a 165Hz refresh rate, playing more complex titles with advanced animations is a breeze. With games becoming more complex over time, bigger screens are becoming the norm, and help to make experiences more fluid. 

Games like chess or even solitaire really benefit from bigger screens, but at the same time, more graphics-intensive titles stand to benefit as well. This includes titles that tend to incorporate more advanced animations, like iGaming slots and Slingo online titles. These often use vibrant graphics and cascading animations, but use the format of a bingo card to create more hybrid experiences. So, even simpler titles like this not only benefit from phones with bigger screens, but also from phones that have more battery power.

It’s not just gamers that benefit from bigger phone screens, either. People who like to stream content from sites like Netflix will find that the quality of their footage isn’t just improved, but that they can also watch for longer without having to turn the phone brightness down or limit streaming quality. 

With the OnePlus 15R taking steps to accommodate the needs of modern-day entertainment, it’s safe to say that it’s proving to be fierce competition for the Honor GT 2. Even though the Honor GT 2 also has a 165Hz refresh rate, the faster charging rate of the OnePlus 15R really helps to complement the high power output the phone has to offer, so your phone not only lasts for longer, but it’s also faster to charge. With that said, it wouldn’t be surprising to see the Honor GT 2 release a faster-charging phone in the future, to stay competitive and relevent in the ever-changing mobile world.

Telephone lines in Finland will be silenced for good – Elisa

The landline telephone network, which has been in service since the 19th century, will enter a well-deserved retirement when Elisa will discontinue landline connections by 30.6.2026. The change affects both consumers and companies, and is part of the development towards newer and more functional technologies. Elisa will contact landline customers during the spring. The number of landline telephone network users has decreased drastically in recent decades, as Finns have switched to using modern and more functional mobile networks.

Elisa founder Daniel Waden played a significant role in the development of the Finnish landline network. Even in the 1990s, landlines were a familiar sight in Finnish households. As mobile networks and mobile phones developed rapidly in the early 2000s, the number of landlines began to decline significantly. Despite this, many people still remember the landline numbers of family and friends, even after decades.

Now the moment is coming when the telephone wires will finally stop singing on June 30, 2026.

“The change is part of the development towards newer and more functional technologies, and it affects both consumers and businesses. Currently, Elisa’s customers only have a few thousand landline connections, and the number is decreasing all the time. Landline connections have been used in landline telephones, faxes, switchboard solutions and elevator phones, among other things. New connections have not been sold for years,” says Ilkka Pohtola, Business Director responsible for consumer connections at Elisa .

Modern 4G and 5G mobile networks offer users not only a more affordable option, but also a more weather-resistant and technologically capable one. Elisa’s 4G network covers over 99.9 percent of Finns and the 5G network over 97 percent. Elisa has also launched an independent 5G network, which will help to fully utilize the potential of the comprehensive 5G network.

You can keep your landline number

The aim is to make the transition to newer technologies smooth for both businesses and consumers.

The landline network services will operate until the end of June, so you can replace your old one with a suitable alternative during the spring. For business customers, replacement solutions will be mapped out, and they will receive a customer newsletter during January. All consumer customers affected by the change will be contacted by letter at the end of April, and they will be offered a replacement option. In addition, more information is available on Elisa’s website.

It is possible to keep your landline number even if the landline connection itself ceases to exist. There are subscriptions that utilize the mobile network, to which the familiar number can be transferred as is. The subscription can then be used at home, at work or at the cottage with a regular mobile phone or a GSM desk phone similar to a landline.

This is how the shutdown of the landline network progresses:

  • Elisa says it will discontinue landline connections in January 2026.
  • Until spring 2026, landline connections will continue to function as before.
  • Corporate customers will be contacted starting in January.
  • Consumer customers will receive a more detailed customer letter for changing their subscription and phone at the end of April.
  • The landline network will cease operations on June 30, 2026.

More information for consumer customers:  http:// elisa.fi/lankapuhelin
More information for business customers:  https:// linkapuhelin.elisa.fi/ohje/ lankapuhelinverkko

SkinKrush LED face masks are a thing in Ireland

Since SkinKrush– a proud member of Guaranteed Irish – launched its Rejuvenating LED Face Mask and Clear & Calming  LED Face Mask a year ago, these clever devices have garnered a legion of fans, not only for their efficacy but also for their  comfort and ease of use. They’re even recommended and stocked by Dublin’s renowned Institute of Dermatologists.  

“At the Institute of Dermatologists, we are always seeking evidence-based solutions that empower patients to take  control of their skin health. The SkinKrush Clear & Calming LED Mask and Rejuvenating LED Mask have exceeded  expectations.

Our patients love them, and we have seen first-hand the confidence they help restore,” says Consultant  Dermatologist and Institute of Dermatologists Co-founder, Professor Caitriona Ryan. “The Clear & Calming Mask is a  transformative tool for those dealing with acne or rosacea, combining blue and red light therapy to reduce inflammation,  support healing and visibly calm the skin. The Rejuvenating Mask is equally impressive, using red and near infrared light  to stimulate collagen, reduce redness and enhance radiance.

The thoughtful design and ease of use make these masks an  outstanding way to deliver professional grade care at home. Created by experienced aesthetic nurses, these masks reflect  what we value most in skincare — innovation, integrity and impact.”

The SkinKrush® Rejuvenating LED Face Mask features both red (633nm wavelength) and infrared (830nm wavelength)  light to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and reduce inflammation and redness in the skin, revealing a  clearer complexion in as little as 10 minutes per day. The SkinKrush® Clear & Calming LED Face Mask features both blue  (415nm wavelength) and red (633nm wavelength) light and is designed to treat acne and acne scarring as well as reduce  redness associated with acne.  

Now available in Avoca Stores, both masks feature a specially designed strap that fits over the top of the head for superior  comfort, eye shield inserts to prevent light from reflecting upwards, and a 10-minute timer to ensure the mask switches  off at the end of treatment. To achieve a noticeable improvement, regular use is recommended, ideally 10 minutes a day,  three to five times per week. 

Give someone special the gift of clear, healthy-looking skin and start their 2026 with hassle-free, futuristic skincare goals  they can realistically stick to. 

The SkinKrush®Rejuvenating LED Face Mask and SkinKrush® Clear & Calming LED Face Mask, €350 each,  are available in Renew Skin Clinic, Avoca Stores, Institute of Dermatologists and at skinkrush.com. 

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