Danby Appliances, a compact appliance distributor and manufacturer, has entered the residential air purifier market with two home air purifiers: Danby O2 Clean 110 CADR and Danby O2 Clean 120 CADR.

West Bend has launched its Versatility Cooker, a multi-functional kitchen appliance that can be used to slow cook, use in the oven, cook on the stove-top or use the heating base as a griddle.

Gevilan, a professional personal care brand, has partnered with Silk’n to produce the ElaziR 3D skin tightening device. The skin care tool is designed to visibly reduce and reverse sagging skin and wrinkles, the company said. 

Fitbit has launched its Charge 3 fitness tracker, which features the company’s most advanced sensor and algorithm technology in a tracker, the company said.

Sales of smart home devices with voice control, excluding smart speakers, will leap from just 154,000 units in 2018 to 32.3 million in 2025, according to the report “2018 Smart Home Devices with Voice Control” by Strategy Analytics.

Sharper Image has appointed Lance Reese as chief executive officer. 

West Bend has launched its Versatility Cooker, a multi-functional kitchen appliance that can be used to slow cook, use in the oven, cook on the stove-top or use the heating base as a griddle.

Chefman is teaming with 16-year-old chef and Chopped competitor, Chef Eitan Bernath, as part of an effort to showcase easy-to-use cooking techniques in concert with products from the kitchen electrics supplier.

iRobot has rolled out its new Roomba i7+ robotic vacuum with clean base automatic dirt disposal, and the Roomba e5 robotic vacuum.

Neato has launched two new Botvac Connected robotic vacuum models and expanded the functionality of its Botvac D7 robotic vacuum at the recent IFA show in Berlin.

Conimar has added to its collection of ChopChop designer flexible cutting mats. Some of the designs include Wine Country, White Rooster, Black Marble and Family Time.

Mastrad has launched the Meat It Smart Cooking Thermometer, a dual-probe wireless meat thermometer.

All-Clad has launched its new D3 Compact collection of cookware. The line is developed with tri-ply bonding, providing users with durable, warp-resistant cookware, according to the company.

A+E Networks has teamed with Cricket Holdings, LLC to launch a line of cookware and cutlery inspired by History’s hit series, “Forged In Fire.”

Conimar has added to its collection of ChopChop designer flexible cutting mats. Some of the designs include Wine Country, White Rooster, Black Marble and Family Time.

Mastrad has launched the Meat It Smart Cooking Thermometer, a dual-probe wireless meat thermometer.

Precision Products, parent company of Freeheart Drinkware, has acquired the Signature Tumblers brand and company, a provider of double-walled drinkware containers primarily under the Signature Tumbler brand.

Crate & Barrel has partnered with Draper James, Reese Witherspoon’s southern-inspired lifestyle brand, to launch a new dinnerware collection: Indigo Vine.

Twin Star Home has entered into an agreement with WellnessMats, a manufacturer of ergonomic anti-fatigue floor mats, for a promotion to help consumers get the most out of its height-adjustable desks.

Twin Star Home has donated more than 160 products to two Las Vegas non-profit organizations, Habitat for Humanity and Veterans Village.

Robert Libman and the Libman family of the Libman Company were recently recognized by The Parkland College Foundation and the Boy Scouts of America for their leadership, entrepreneurial spirit and community service.

Kärcher Group has introduced the Kärcher FC5 Hard Floor Cleaner to the North American market.

Housewares suppliers can help residents of the Carolinas recover from Hurricane Florence by donating needed products to Good360 in partnership with the International Housewares Association.

Stars Under the Stars, an entertainment event at the High Point Market, has two show nights set for the fall show, running October 13 to 17.

In a follow up to an initial public offering, BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings is getting ready to release additional shares of its stock.

Charles Philippin is set to resign as non-executive chairperson of the board of directors of Ulta Beauty effective September 30, 2018, due to medical reasons.