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The home audio market is grappling with volume and value contraction, with our latest report showing H1 2024 year-on-year rates of -5.5% and -6.1% respectively. Performance is expected to improve within the forecast period, as consumers replace and upgrade old models. With tough conditions pervading, understanding the marketing dynamics is key to getting ahead. Find out more about our latest report: https://loom.ly/CmzS9jI #homeaudio #audioindustry #markets

The need for climate action is urgent, as COP29 is making abundantly clear. At Bett UK 2025, Iryna Kazanchuk 🇺🇦 (Lead Market Analyst, Futuresource Consulting) will explore how edtech companies can make a difference in making education more sustainable. With the help of Isabella Vahdati (Associate Investor, Brighteye Ventures) and other leading voices, Iryna will explore how EdTech companies can help, rather than hinder, schools' and universities' progress towards net zero. We're excited to dive deep into the key issues impacting education technology at Bett UK 2025. View the full agenda here! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJnKcA62 #BettUK2025 #education #edtech Bett Global Bett UK | 29-31 March 2023 | ExCeL London

If you want to read the latest personal audio trends from Futuresource Consulting check out the article in TWICE. Thanks Grant Morgan.

The BYOD phenomenon has grown steadily over the years, and our latest K-12 survey shows the opportunity for device manufacturers is still rife. 1:1 device schemes continue to prevail among respondents, with almost three quarters of the parent sample being offered some form of 1:1 option. Learn more about our latest end-user research: https://loom.ly/VkFao6k #BYOD #edtech #markets

Our latest report on the global video bars market is here! With 2023 being a stand-out year for the product, what has 2024 held so far? "The global video bar market is climbing, with volumes up 5% from H2 2023 to H1 2024. Value is also positive, with robust 7% year-over-year growth, driven by high-end model releases. Looking ahead, the market's future is bright, with strong growth projected in both volume and value. However, as ASP growth slows, vendors must carefully balance elevated manufacturing costs with competitive pricing," says Scarlett Woodford, Head of Collaboration at Futuresource Consulting. Find out more about our latest research: https://loom.ly/JNGCu3k #collaboration #videobars #technology

Just a few days ago, we were gathered at the Soho Hotel for our annual Audio Collaborative event. The atmosphere was charged with exciting ideas, new connections, and a genuine enthusiasm for the future possibilities of audio. We have plenty of post-event highlights and content coming your way, so keep your eyes out for those in the next few weeks. In the meantime, why not register your interest in Audio Collab 2025? 👀 https://loom.ly/whaLMQY

The sessions at Futuresource Consulting #AudioCollab2024 in London yesterday were nothing short of incredible. We were delighted to have Mikael Herje and Scott Campbell leading the discussions on some of the most exciting topics in audio. Mikael delved into what's next for headphones and how personalization and new technologies are changing the way we listen and connect with audio.  Meanwhile, Scott tackled the question: How can luxury audio brands stay relevant in this fast-moving digital world? Chaired by Futuresource's Guy Hammett, the panel delved deep into strategies for engaging the modern consumer at a time when attention is more valuable than ever.   Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such a dynamic discussion on the future of #audio. We look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of this rapidly evolving industry!    #HARMAN #headphones #LuxuryAudio #technology #futureofaudio

Exciting news - the official #BettUK2025 agenda is HERE! 💥 As part of our research partnership with Bett UK, Melanie Tagg will be chairing the session 'Successful integration of technology in the classroom: Barriers and best practice', joined by panellists Claire Kerrison (Futuresource) and Zaitoon Bukhari (ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH COLLABORATION TRUST). The panel will explore the real-world challenges teachers and schools face in implementing classroom technology. Bett UK 2025 is fast approaching, and we cannot wait to connect with other industry leaders to address the challenges and opportunities technology can offer education. Take a look at the full agenda today! https://lnkd.in/eJnKcA62

The audio wave isn't stopping at Futuresource - our report on the global headphones market is now here. According to our research, the worldwide headphones aftermarket is anticipated to witness 4% growth in volume terms in FY 2024, while retail value is expected to grow by 6% in the same period to total $57bn. Find out more: https://loom.ly/C12Qhpw #headphones #markets #research

And that's a wrap on #AudioCollab2024! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a fantastic day filled with insights, discussions, and connections. It was wonderful to welcome both new attendees and familiar faces at the Soho Hotel. We would also like to extend a huge thank you to our event sponsors DTS, Inc., Qualcomm, Knowles Corporation, and Audioscenic Limited. The contributions and insights from each sponsor were invaluable! After an afternoon packed with ideas and analysis, it's time for drinks and networking. Until next year! 🎉 #audioindustry #research