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The article focuses on how U.S. newspapers are handling the European Union (EU) general data protection regulations (GDPR). Topics include how some publishers have blocked all content from users in the EU, the impact on targeted advertising and marketing, and how the GDPR is influencing the U.S., specifically the California Consumer Privacy Act.

Discusses high definition television (HDTV), which offers twice the resolution of conventional televisions. Explanation of how HD offers increased resolution; Networks that offer HDTV programs, including NBC and HBO; Ability of HDTV to support a wider, more cinematic frame than traditional television sets; Cost; Cathode-ray tube technology, liquid crystal displays, digital light processing, rear projection and plasma.

The article examines the impact of the 2006 Stolen Valor Act, a piece of legislation that seeks to deter individuals from impersonating decorated veterans. The piece explains that this bill, which prohibits trade or sale of military decorations, has severely damaged the trade in orders and decorations as practiced by legitimate dealers and collectors.

Looks at new laptop computers that are designed to withstand rough conditions. Description of some features of the new toughbooks, such as shock-mounted hard drives and moisture and dust resistance; How Itronix is developing its shock-resistant Hummer laptop and Panasonic is making its military laptop available to the consumer; Comments from Jan O'Hara of Panasonic Computer Solutions and Avi Greengart of Current Analysis.

Reviews the new Motorola RAZR V3 cell phone. Produce which is about one half inch thick and features a full color display; GSM world phone which works in the U.S., Europe and Asia, except Japan; 3-D graphics for games; Built-in VGA camera; Integrated bluetooth: Expected date of release and price.

The article reports on the impact of a film's reputation on the sales performance of action figures that correspond to the film in the U.S. Matt Sardo, owner of the Comic Vault, attributes the steady sales of film-based figures to the almost non-stop promotion for the films. On the other hand, John Perez of GoFigureActionFigures.com believes that the figures may have even helped promote the films. Some of the films with corresponding action figures include "Iron Man" and "The Dark Knight."

Discusses the market performance of stuffed toys in the U.S. Sales of toys; Popular toys; Top selling toys. INSET: Who's afraid of Build--A--Bear?.

Focuses on post-holiday 2001 sales of toys in the United States. White Rabbits Toys at the Novi's Twelve Oaks Mall in Detroit, Michigan; Game titles for GameCube and Xbox at the Activision; Houdini Magic Shop at the Circus Circus Hotel and Casino; Winnie the Pooh activity toys at the Fashion Show Mall in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Reports the effect of action figure diversity on the toy industry in the United States. Prevalence of excess stocks on film action figures; Influence of the adult market on specialty retailers' sales; Popularity of military action figures.

Offers a look at the plush toy market in the United States as of June 2001. Continued growth of plush toys; Changes in the plush market; Decision of specialty stores to steer away from interactive plush; New product introduction for the year.

Focuses on electronic games as part of family activities in the United States. Popularity of 'Donkey Kong' and 'Super Mario Advance' games; Description of the 'Max and the Magician' game; Details on the electronic game 'Mia: Just in Time!.'

In this article, the author reflects on the U.S. Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act, which has been adapted in December 2011. He informs that the act requires the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to bar the audio of TV commercials from being broadcast at louder sound volumes. It reports that cable system operators in the country are also subject to the rule.

The article reports on the growing trend of wildlife animal designs of the plush retail industry in the U.S. The industry's growth could be attributed to the realistic quality of the products. Plush products have strong sales on locations where animals are the main attraction and anywhere else that children frequent.

The article focuses on the strategy used by specialty game stores to build their business in the competitive market in the U.S. Due to its simple rules and quality artwork, the Euro Game or the German-style board games remain popular in the market. Bob Moog, co-founder of University Games Corp., states that the board games product remain strong in the market due to the increase of its sales.

Recently the videogame industry showed off its latest wares at the annual Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles. Microsoft revealed add-ons that will transform your Xbox into a DJ mixer and a karaoke machine. Sony topped its rivals by announcing plans to make a portable game machine to compete with Nintendo's unrivaled Game Boy.

The article focuses on the changes in the broadcast industry in U.S. focusing on the problems of the broadcasters, conversion from serial digital interface (SDI) to internet protocol (IP) for providing more content, and comment from founder Media Systems Consulting Al Kovalick.

Reports on digital electronics available at hotels in the U.S. Satellite radio provided at Hyatt hotels; Receivers used for Sirius satellite radio at W Hotels in New York City; Overview of the iPod Music Minibar at Crescent Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.

Presents comments from U.S. rap musician Jermaine Dupri on various loud speaker systems. Polk Audio R50; B&W DM604; Klipsch Reference Series RF-7.

The article focuses on difficulties faced by the U.S. television stations regarding use of drones despite new Part 107 rules along with views of aviation attorney Joanna Simon on the same.

A reprint of the article “APTS Members Pledge to Support FirstNet" by Peter Suciu, is presented.

This article reports on the move of Microsoft Corp. to focus on games for its Xbox 360 video game console and not on price cut during its press conference at the Electronic Entertainment Expo in Santa Monica, California. There have been rumors that the company is planning to cut the price of its Xbox 360 video game console. Microsoft vice president Peter Moore was silent about the rumors. The company has reiterated its commitment to the franchise and has announced the release of a Halo 3 Special Edition game console.

This article reports on the job of Nintendo of America president and chief operating officer Reggie Fils-Aime for the excellent sales of its Wii video game console. The elation of Fils-Aime is understandable as the company trailed its competitors for more than 10 years. The company celebrated its success during the Electronics Entertainment Expo in Santa Monica, California. The company reiterated its commitment to the Wii video game console. The company did not address the shortages and supply chain issues that industry observers say could last until 2009.

This article reports on the move of Sony Computer Entertainment America to focus on games, price cuts for its Sony PlayStation3 during the company's press conference at the 2007 Electronic Entertainment Expo held in Santa Monica, California. The company has announced the released of an 80GB version of the PlayStation3, for $599, while the 60GB version will have a price of $100 to $499. Sony Computer Entertainment America president jack Tretton emphasized that the company has clear financial objectives for fiscal 2007. The company reiterated its commitment to the still popular Sony PlayStation 2.

Highlights the 2004 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), which was held in Los Angeles, California. Decision of Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony to focus on their video game consoles; Sony's unveiling of the PlayStation Portable device; Nintendo's introduction of its DS system; Microsoft's plan to introduce a revised version of its Xbox Live! system; Expansion of family gaming to the mobile phones sector; Emergence of movie tie-ins, such as Electronic Art' James Bond and Lord of the Rings titles, and the Matrix game from SEGA.