HTSA Predicts Black Friday’s Top 5 Sellers
Survey of the group’s 62 members shows Blu-ray and VUDU will be hot sellers this holiday season
Chester Springs, PA—November 26, 2008—A
survey of the 62 independent retailers of consumer of the Home Theater
Specialists of America (HTSA) asked, “What are the top five products
that you expect will sell well on Black Friday?” The most common
answers, reflective of popular items in showrooms across the country,
were:
- Sony Model #550 1080p Blu-ray Player with BD Live
- Despite reports of slow sales for Blu-ray, HTSA members on the front
lines of consumer electronics retailing think that Black Friday will be
a big day for this high-definition format. One exciting feature that
will generate interest this holiday season is BD Live. It allows access
to the internet from your HD player enabling a host of extras like
downloadable ringtones, games and even updated movie trailers for
upcoming films.
- VUDU XL Movie Server - The VUDU XL Movie
Server offers a database of several thousand high-definition movies and
shows that can be bought, downloaded and stored in the set-top box. It
requires a high-speed internet connection. It is one of only three true
1080p sources available for 1080p capable televisions. HTSA survey
respondents say that VUDU is growing in popularity for people
interested in HD content.
- B&W Zeppelin iPod Dock -
This award winning iPod speaker uncovers a new degree of sound quality
for the iconic mp3 player. Its reasonable price, unique design, and
transportability have made it popular with audiophiles everywhere.
- Pioneer Kuro Plasma TV
- This high-end HDTV boasts the highest quality picture available, made
possible by five times the contrast of previous generation plasma
displays. It is now also available in white and beige for a more unique
look in the living room.
- Sonos Digital Music Systems -
This system distributes music wirelessly all over the house and
outdoors. The high quality networking of the Sonos system eliminates
delays from zone to zone, doesn’t require any destructive rewiring, and
can be operated from all over the house, not just at a central
controller. HTSA members add that it’s simple to use and expand.
For more information about any of these recommendations or to be put in touch with the HTSA member in your area, please contact
Lucy Fortin at
Lucy@GregoryFCA.com or
610-228-2105.
About Home Theater Specialists of America
Home
Theater Specialists of America (HTSA) is a national association of
electronics experts who service the home and business. HTSA’s members
are located in 37 states from coast to coast and each location is
staffed with experts who design and install high-end audio, video,
automation, lighting, and climate systems for a discriminating
clientele. HTSA represents a total buying power of more than $500
million and is supported by 62 retailers, nearly 100 store fronts, more
than 800 installers and another 800 sales personnel in the field. The
impeccable work of HTSA members is affirmed through partnerships with
real estate developers and electronics manufacturers who recognize
their commitment to quality. Visit
www.htsa.com for more information.
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