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technology11 days ago•3 min saved

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Outperforms S26 Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro Max in Consumer Preference Polls

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 has emerged as the dominant flagship of 2026, outperforming the Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro Max in consumer preference polls. A PhoneArena survey showed 44% of respondents chose the Fold 8 for its engaging form factor, while 40% preferred the S26 Ultra and only 16% selected the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Samsung’s success is driven by the new Flex Titanium display structure, which reduces crease visibility and improves durability. The device is also seeing significant price drops, with Best Buy open-box units offering discounts of up to $530. Samsung is marketing the Fold 8 as a lightweight, content-focused alternative to the productivity-oriented Fold 8 Ultra.

via PhoneArena|

#consumer-preferences #foldable-technology #iphone-18-pro-max

consumer-trends13 days ago•5 min saved

Coca-Cola and PepsiCo Slash Legacy Lines: Minute Maid Frozen Juice and Five Other Staples Vanish

Major food and beverage companies are removing popular legacy products from shelves in 2026. Coca-Cola is ending its 80-year run in the frozen juice category, while PepsiCo is cutting nearly 20% of its U.S. snack lineup. Affected items include Minute Maid frozen concentrates, Blue Bell Butter Crunch ice cream, and several Lay’s and Smartfood varieties.

via Fox News|

#coca-cola #consumer-preferences #consumer-trends

science7 months ago•4 min saved

The Sweetness Trade-Off: Markets Shaped Today’s Strawberries

Store-bought strawberries often taste bland because breeding has prioritized size, color, and yield for marketability over flavor; appearance drives purchases more than taste, and most U.S. berries come from California and Florida. To find sweeter fruit, check for pesticide-free packaging, choose berries with strong aroma, and seek varieties grown outside the big growing regions (e.g., Rutgers’ D’Light or Omakase in New Jersey). Ripening largely ends after harvest, and some farming practices can alter sugar content.

via Mashed|

#agriculture-economics #appearance-vs-flavor #breeding-priorities

business8 months ago•452 min saved

Minute Maid Retires Its Frozen Juice Line After 80 Years

Coca-Cola is discontinuing Minute Maid’s frozen juices after an 80-year run, citing shifting consumer preferences. The products will remain on shelves until stock runs out, while the company continues to offer fresh juices and alcoholic options; NIQ data show the frozen-juice category has been shrinking, with roughly an 8% sales drop over the past 52 weeks.

via cnn.com|

#business #coca-cola #consumer-preferences

business8 months ago•2 min saved

Minute Maid Frozen Orange Juice Concludes Eight-Decade Run

Coca-Cola is ending Minute Maid’s frozen orange juice concentrate cans in the U.S. and Canada after about 80 years, with discontinuation in Q1 2026 and remaining inventory while supplies last. The move, motivated by shifting consumer preferences and a growing juice category, ends a freezer staple once used for punches and smoothies; the product originated in 1946 as Minute Maid and will be remembered fondly by shoppers online.

via NBC News|

#business #coca-cola #consumer-preferences

business9 months ago•2 min saved

Dell Reassesses AI-First Strategy Amid Sluggish AI PC Sales

Dell has decided to scale back its 'AI-first' marketing approach after recognizing that customers are not interested in AI-based features, opting instead to focus on delivering actual AI capabilities without overhyping them, in contrast to other tech companies' aggressive AI marketing.

via Wccftech|

#ai-marketing #business #consumer-preferences

technology9 months ago•2 min saved

Survey Shows No Need for 'Elite' Chips in Your Next Phone

A survey of over 5,500 readers reveals that nearly half are interested in Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip, which offers a balanced mix of features and affordability, with many users questioning the need for the highest-end chips in their phones, emphasizing value over raw performance.

via Android Authority|

#chip-performance #consumer-preferences #qualcomm

business9 months ago•5 min saved

Rising Costs and Preferences Shape the Holiday Tree Market

Despite rising prices due to tariffs and most artificial Christmas trees being made overseas, Americans continue to prefer fake trees for convenience, cost, and allergy reasons, leading to limited US production and reliance on imports from China and other countries.

via ABC News|

#artificial-christmas-trees #business #consumer-preferences

business11 months ago•5 min saved

Pizza Hut Faces Bankruptcy and Store Closures Amidst Layoffs

Pizza Hut in the UK is closing half of its restaurants due to declining customer interest, rising costs, and increased competition from trendy pizzerias and takeaway options, as consumers seek higher-quality, authentic, and innovative pizza experiences, leading to a decline in the chain's popularity and profitability.

via BBC|

#business #consumer-preferences #market-competition

health-and-nutrition11 months ago•0 min saved

The Truth About Protein: Myths, Absorption, and Health Tips

Protein has become the top criterion for healthy food among consumers, surpassing other factors like freshness and low sugar, reflecting its rising importance in dietary choices amid shifting perceptions of fats and carbs.

via The Washington Post|

#consumer-preferences #dietary-villains #food-industry

business11 months ago•0 min saved

Apple Reduces iPhone Air Production Amid Slowing Sales

Apple has reduced the production of the iPhone Air model due to a shift in consumer preference towards other iPhone models, reflecting changing dynamics in the smartphone market.

via bgr.com|

#apple #business #consumer-preferences

business1 year ago•6 min saved

Pepsi Considers Using Paprika to Color Cheetos Amid Ditching of Synthetic Dyes

PepsiCo is transitioning to natural colors in its products like Gatorade and Cheetos to meet consumer demand for cleaner ingredients, a process that involves extensive testing and regulatory approval, with initial changes expected in snack and beverage lines later this year and early next year.

via AP News|

#artificial-dyes #business #consumer-preferences

food-and-health1 year ago•5 min saved

Food Industry Phases Out Artificial Colors Amid Consumer Demand

Food manufacturers are phasing out artificial dyes in favor of natural alternatives, but maintaining vibrant colors remains a challenge due to consumer expectations and the cost of natural dyes, with some companies like Sam's Club making significant progress while facing resistance from shoppers accustomed to bright, processed food colors.

via NPR|

#artificial-dyes #consumer-preferences #food-and-health

business1 year ago•0 min saved

Kraft Heinz Divides Amid Consumer Shift and Investor Disappointment

Kraft Heinz is splitting into two companies, one focusing on sauces and spreads with brands like Heinz Ketchup, and the other on meats and snacks like Oscar Mayer and Lunchables, as consumer preferences shift away from processed foods.

via The Washington Post|

#business #consumer-preferences #food-industry

business1 year ago•3 min saved

Starbucks Boosts Health-Focused Offerings Amid Turnaround Success

Starbucks plans to launch a protein cold foam topping by the end of 2025, adding 15 grams of protein to cold beverages without sugar, in response to the rising popularity of health-focused coffee options and the protein trend among Gen Z and fitness enthusiasts.

via Business Insider|

#business #consumer-preferences #health-trend