General Merchandise

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Hoover is launching a new vacuum for consumers looking to keep floors tidy in-between cleans.

The new Hoover LiNX Signature Cordless Vacuum is lightweight and low-profile, which aims to make cleaning under and around furniture effortless. Using the power of WindTunnel Technology, the unit quickly sweeps away dirt, dust and pet hair. The multi-floor powered brush roll, with intuitively designed fingertip controls allows you to easily move across hard flooring, area rugs and carpets at the push of a button.

FORT COLLINS, Colo. — Popular mobile products brand OtterBox is introducing accessories that further enable consumers' increasingly on-the-go lifestyles.

The company is launching OtterBox Earphones and Bluetooth Earphones, both with custom-fit by DECIBULLZ.

CHICAGO — Popular beverage container brand Contigo has expanded its line of travel mugs just in time for the holidays.

"Holiday shoppers are looking for gifts that will delight multiple people on their shopping list, from family members and friends to their children's teachers and their coworkers," said Todd Starr, vice president of marketing and product development at Contigo, a Newell Brands business. "Contigo travel mugs check every box — they're a useful, beautiful, and thoughtful holiday gift."

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. -- The No. 1 selling mobile battery case brand in the U.S. has unveiled new products designed for the multitasking consumer. 

Mophie will launch a Juice Pack air case for iPhone 7 and  Juice Pack air case for iPhone 7 Plus. More than just extra battery power and reliable protection, these latest models are accompanied by a range of new features, including wireless charging.

As we ship this issue to the printer, it has been less than 24 hours since Drug Store News hosted its 18th annual Industry Issues Summit. What began almost two decades ago as a closed-door discussion between a handful of retail merchandising executives and a few vendors in a small hotel meeting room has since evolved to become one of the signature thought leadership and networking events on the industry calendar.

CHICAGO — IRI is continuing its e-commerce momentum through an alliance with Clavis Insight, a provider of digital shelf analysis, insights and analytics for consumer products manufacturers, the data analytics company announced Monday. The alliance means consumer packaged goods marketers will be able to track and assess a brand’s holistic online and offline performance in one place, to identify and capitalize on rapidly emerging e-commerce growth opportunities and maximize omnichannel sales and market share.

AUSTIN, Texas — Lemi Shine, the nontoxic household cleaning products line powered by natural citric extracts and no harsh chemicals, is shaking things up for 2017.

The brand has completely overhauled its brand packaging. In an effort to better speak to its core consumer, the 22-year-old brand says it simplified and streamlined the packaging while differentiating itself from competitors on the shelf.

The new product packaging hits the shelves this month, with a complete debut of the packaging by February. 

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Mars pet brand Temptations  is launching a fun campaign to urge cat owners to tame their feline's holiday spirit with a little help from the brand’s cat treats.