The world of digital imaging is constantly on the move. The demand from the enthusiast to the professional, for products that are of the highest design standards, comfortable and easy to use and producing outstanding image quality is firmly at the forefront of Sony’s mind. When we all took pictures, you could not always be sure how the image would turn out and when you recorded those special moments on video, every time you played back to tape, the quality would degrade.

New TVs from Sony deliver increased Internet content and functionality, enhanced 2D and 3D viewing, and smart connectivity features

Buying an iron is usually not the average consumer’s number one shopping choice in fact customers usually come in to buy an iron only once their last one has had its day. Because irons tend to be a low interest purchase, customers are more likely to make the mistake of buying on price alone, often going for a cheap low quality model not realising what they will be missing out on. At Bosch we make the best selling iron on the market*, so we know customers do not want to get into the nitty gritty when they purchase their next iron, they just want to know, “Is this iron going to make the job easier and how?”.

Is it possible to travel back in time or even freeze reality? According to the experts time travel could soon become a reality in the very near future, Russian mathematicians have claimed.

They believe the experiments nuclear scientists carried out in underground tunnels in Cern near Geneva could create a rift in the fabric of the universe.

Since launch, the Freesat training team have been at the forefront of support for our retail partners. We’ve come a long way since set up and as a result we are refreshing our team’s identity to reflect our professional, forward thinking approach to training and supporting our retail partner’s needs.

Our new retail support identity presents retailers with a vibrant, dynamic and innovative team, delivering the best support, Freesat retail solutions and training currently available.

TV’s influence on British life is bigger than ever before, according to our unique freesat study. The Joy of Sets study, in collaboration with media psychologist Dr Brian Young from the University of Exeter, reveals that the biggest motivation for watching TV is the opportunity to talk about it with others. People no longer just tune in to be entertained. When we are not talking about it, we are inspired by it - to change jobs, take up a new interest or even shape relationships.

Freesat is pleased to announce the forthcoming launch of our exciting new dealer portal. Since its launch in May 2008, Freesat has consistently outperformed against expectations. To become the UK’s fastest growing TV platform currently retailed from over 5,000 different retail locations throughout the UK and Northern Ireland, with an increasingly changing proposition the need to communicate in detail with our retail partners is of paramount importance to us.

The introduction of Sony’s range of 3D Television in time for the World Cup earlier this year has revolutionised the home entertainment experience for consumers and demonstrates Sony’s commitment to offering a lens to living room 3D experience. A full range of Sony 3D hardware and content is available to buy in almost 600 retail outlets around the UK.

Is it possible to travel back in time or even freeze reality? According to the experts time travel could soon become a reality in the very near future, Russian mathematicians have claimed.

They believe the experiments nuclear scientists carried out in underground tunnels in Cern near Geneva could create a rift in the fabric of the universe.

Did you know the concept of the satellite was originally first proposed by Isaac Newton more than 300 years before the launch of freesat? Arthur C Clarke was more recently credited with the idea of the modern day communications satellite. He wrote an article suggesting that it was possible to create a global communication network by placing three satellites in geosynchronous orbit.

The way we watch TV is currently undergoing something of a revolution. But are you and your customers staying ahead of the game in keeping up with all the latest freesat developments?

Consumers can now enjoy DSLR quality images and responsive shooting using a Sony camera the size of a traditional compact.

Lee Miller, Head of Retail Sales at leading warranty services provider Domestic and General, says that outstanding customer service is the ultimate attachment sale.

With celebrity chefs everywhere, cooking programmes on every channel and recipe books at the top of the best-sellers lists, cooking is becoming increasingly more accessible.  It's almost impossible to turn on the TV without seeing somebody creating a complicated dish quickly and easily.

Andrew Jones, Samsung Electronics Product Manager for Home Appliances explains that the modern kitchen requires a lot more out of a refrigerator than just keeping food cool.  Space, design and cutting edge technology all play a key part in making it the real centre piece of the kitchen.

With the analogue TV switch-off just around the corner the boom in flat panel TV sales is forecast to continue.

• By the end of 2009, 12 transmitters affecting 4.3 million homes in the West Country, Wales and Granada will switch to digital
• 7.7 million homes still don't have HD ready TVs
• Many of these people will be considering buying a new TV
• Significant potential sales from the secondary market - bedrooms, conservatories, bathrooms

With all the advertising around on Wet Shaving, you may be surprised to know that 1 in 3 men aged between 18-34 are already using an Electric Shaver in the UK, and that trend is increasing. At Philips, we have been manufacturing and selling our Shavers for over 50 years and are the World Market leaders in Electric shaving - offering a range of products from Travel shavers to state of the art Arcitec shavers made using Carbon Fibre. Philips also invest heavily to target the younger consumers in the shaving market and work in partnership with Nivea to create the Nivea For Men Shaver Range that give a really close shave whilst at the same time reducing unwanted skin irritation suffered by some men.

With so much buzz around ‘High Definition' and ‘Blu-ray', it is important that retailers really understand the consumer needs in order for them to offer the right product or home entertainment solution.  Sony continues to invest heavily in product training for all its retailers so they can promote the capabilities of the products in the range - but now more than ever it is equally important to understand consumer needs.

Everyone wants to purchase that new big-screen TV, washing machine or any electrical appliance and have absolutely no problems with the product until it is well past its best-before date. While customers can simply hope for this scenario, you can guarantee it. Complete peace of mind for the life of the product is just part of the benefits of a cost-effective service plan. If that sounds like an easy add-on sale, you're right.