Francesca Seden

Samsung Electronics has announced the appointment of Johnathan Marsh as Head of Division for Home Appliances in the UK and Ireland, within its Home Entertainment and Appliances (HEA) division. The appointment further strengthens the leadership team formed earlier this year when Samsung amalgamated its TV/AV and domestic appliances businesses into a unified team, with a shared focus on delivering seamless, connected experiences for consumers.

With the IFA Kick-Off, IFA Berlin officially kicked off the new trade fair on June 30. Under this year’s slogan ‘The future is now’, the press event at Futurium Berlin brought together media representatives, content creators, bloggers, leading brands and key industry players. The focus was on exclusive insights, open discussions, hands-on experiences and a first glimpse at the themes, innovations and trends of IFA 2026.

Marshall has unveiled its next generation of Acton IV and Stanmore IV speakers. With more powerful, room-filling sound, integrated Auracast™ technology, and a refreshed yet iconic design, according to the brand, this speaker pair promises enhanced performance and style. In this latest update, both sound and usability have been elevated across Acton IV and Stanmore IV, Marshall says.