Leaks are coming out about the iPhone 15, which will reportedly will feature USB-C charging to go along with universal charging standards. However, characteristically, Apple is holding onto proprietary tech by making sure all USB-C chargers are still MFI (Made for iPhone) certified.
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Funko Will Destroy Up to $36 Million in Figurines After Decreased Toy Demand
Funko, the company known for their Pop toys, which depict athletes, movie characters, bands, pretty much any pop culture figure in history, reportedly plans to “eliminate” between $30 million and $36 million in its figurines due to decreasing demand in toys.
Read MoreWhy Branded Drinkware Is Now a Must-Have Fashion Accessory (and How to Sell More of It)
When you think “fashion,” you think clothes, right? Popular cuts and materials? Big logos or subtle prints? The world of fashion doesn’t stop at wearables, though. Trends translate over to consumer products and accessories, most notably drinkware. Try telling the TikTok kid who demands the latest water bottle they saw their favorite influencer using that drinkware can’t be trendy…
Read MorePlugged In: What’s New and What’s Selling in Tech Promotional Products
What seemed like groundbreaking technology not so long ago (like the iPod) is now out of date. So you’d be forgiven if you’re behind on what end-users are looking for in their tech items. But that’s what the experts are here for. We spoke to a suppliers about what tech products their customers want, what trends are driving this demand and more…
Read MoreDrinkware, Augmented Reality and More: What’s New for Summer at Spector & Co.?
The Ora Summer 2022 collection was created to support our increasingly dynamic everyday lives. We are more active, mobile and spontaneous than ever before. On top of it all, we have implemented a brand new and exciting feature called Spector Vision. We are blurring the lines between a physical and digital experience with augmented reality…
Read MoreUnleash the Power of Full Color on Trend Setter Styles
If you haven’t heard of the Trend Setter styles before, these are double-walled vacuum insulated bottles made with pro-grade stainless steel. And if you’re looking to incorporate full-color photographs and graphics into a campaign, look no further, because 4 color-process is your best option…
Read MoreInfographic: Are Promo Supply Chain Problems Getting Better or Worse?
As part of our 2022 State of the Industry report, we asked seven print and promo suppliers specializing in different product categories for their thoughts on four critical supply chain issues: shipping time, product availability, product pricing and labor. We condensed this information into an infographic to help visualize the current state of the industry supply chain…
Read More7 Instagram-Worthy Promotional Products for Online Stores
As any brand selling merchandise online knows, you only have a few seconds to grab the customer’s attention. So it’s crucial to offer products that look great and stand out in the Instagram feed. Help your clients stock their online stores for maximum success with these seven product ideas…
Read MoreWhat’s New in Promotional Bags and Totes
Like every other product category, bags and totes are evolving with customer buying habits. Right now, the biggest draw is a bag that’s made from environmentally friendly materials. Going beyond the prototype canvas tote with fully custom bags can also make you stand out as a distributor…
Read MoreRock On With Concert and Festival Bandanna Promotions
With musicians in nearly every music genre once again taking the road, restaurants reopening to regular hours, and corporate events restarting, the need for promotional bandannas has risen to almost pre-COVID levels. Need a little inspiration to kick things off for the spring and summer season? Check out these ideas from Bandanna Promotions by Caro-Line…
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