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Short Drama can be “Touched”: Lovense Wants You to Physically Experience Your Next Binge

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SINGAPORE, June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Imagine binge-watching a revenge drama at midnight — the betrayal lands, the music swells, and a device on your nightstand pulses in sync, translating the tempo of the scene directly into your body. The suspense builds beat by beat, keeping you on edge, while your eyes and body experience pleasure at the same time.

This is a new form of content that most people can now enjoy — short-form drama, with its tense pacing, constant twists, and irresistible episode length. Yet unfortunately, a format so capable of stirring people’s emotions can still only be watched with the eyes. But what if, as described above, those feelings could now also be touched, and the body could move in sync with the rhythm? What would that be like?

That is the experience Lovense is building toward. And unlike most “future of entertainment” pitches, this one runs on infrastructure that already exists.

An ecosystem designed for seamless connected experiences

Picture viewers syncing a Lovense device with a short-form drama. As couples hold hands, embrace, kiss, or move into more intimate interactions, the device naturally adjusts the intensity of its response in step with the story — transforming an ordinary late-night binge into a deeply immersive bedtime experience.

To make such an experience possible, Lovense has built an entire ecosystem. Lovense operates what may be the most media-responsive connected hardware ecosystem in consumer tech. Through its Remote app, a single device can already sync vibrations to a Spotify playlist in real time, respond to in-game events across more than 50 compatible titles, mirror audio waveforms, and adapt intensity frame-by-frame during video playback.

The underlying architecture treats content as signal and physical response as output. Music, video, games, VR, and live streams are already part of the ecosystem, with short-form drama becoming its latest addition. As the format continues to grow rapidly, extending short-form drama beyond the screen through synchronized physical response appears to be a natural next step.

Why short drama, why now

The market made the case before Lovense did. Sensor Tower reported that short-drama apps generated roughly $700 million in in-app revenue in Q1 2025 — nearly four times the year-earlier level, with cumulative revenue since early 2024 nearing $2.3 billion. Reuters described the format as minute-long episodes engineered around frequent plot turns to keep viewers hooked and paying. Business Insider put it more simply: escapism, cliffhangers, and emotional closeness.

What makes short drama structurally different from longer content is density. A sixty-second episode has no dull moments. Every beat is a reveal, a betrayal, a near-kiss, a reversal. Its pacing is compressed, its emotional triggers are constant, and the stimulation it delivers rarely lets up.

That compression is precisely why short drama fits the Lovense ecosystem‘s media-sync architecture. Through its proprietary synchronization technology, Lovense enables devices to respond to audio and video content in real time. Its Media Player lets users map custom vibration patterns to video timelines. The technical layer is production-ready. It also supports automatic device responses that can match video content, creating a natural, hands-free immersive experience without the need for constant manual control.

What “feel time” looks like in practice

Through Lovense AI Sync, a feature within the Lovense ecosystem, users can add a third dimension to the viewing experience beyond sight and sound: physical sensation.  By watching short dramas through VibeMate, Lovense’s partner browser app, users can access an optimized, hands-free viewing experience in which every shift in tension and intimacy is translated into synchronized sensation.

4DX is the clearest example. But 4DX requires a theater, a $25 ticket, and seats bolted to hydraulics. What Lovense is exploring is the privatization of immersive response: physical feedback matched to content, accessible from a phone, running through hardware a user already owns. No venue. No extra equipment. One app update to an ecosystem already built for exactly this function.

Bigger than one company, one Brand New Field

In recent years, the entertainment industry has increasingly explored ways to deepen audience engagement beyond passive viewing. Content designed for deeper, more immersive experiences may become a new area of growth. Lovense Ecosystem‘s exploration of new experiences built around short-form drama may align naturally with the direction the industry is beginning to take. Lovense is positioned to explore that space because its ecosystem already occupies the intersection of connected hardware, real-time media synchronization, developer APIs, and a global user base accustomed to content-responsive interaction.

Short-form drama, for all its emotional tension and intensity, has until now remained an experience confined largely to the screen. Lovense is betting it can also be felt — and that the difference will keep viewers coming back longer, paying faster, and finishing more episodes.

“In an attention economy that is running out of novel ways to keep audiences engaged, content that can be touched through an entirely new sensory dimension may become the next major opportunity,” said Dan Liu, CEO of Lovense.

 

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CoolFly to Showcase Personal Flight Portfolio and NA80 Flight-Control Technology at IFA Berlin 2026

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Dream ST will be on display as CoolFly highlights flagship Urban, high-performance Dream Pro and its expanding global dealer network

BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CoolFly, a developer of personal electric aircraft and eVTOL technologies, is showcasing its Dream ST personal aircraft at IFA Berlin 2026, taking place September 4–8 at Messe Berlin.

Dream ST is on display at CityCube Hall B, Booth CCBB-143, in IFA’s Mobility area. While Dream ST is the aircraft physically presented at the show, CoolFly is also introducing its broader product portfolio, including high-performance Dream Pro and flagship Urban.

Dream ST is a lightweight, single-seat electric aircraft designed for personal and recreational flight, featuring a seated configuration and quick-fold design for easier transportation and storage.

Dream Pro extends the platform with greater payload, endurance and performance. It supports a maximum payload of 120 kg, reaches a maximum speed of 100 km/h, and can achieve up to 40 minutes of flight time with a 70 kg pilot onboard, depending on operating and environmental conditions.

Urban, CoolFly’s flagship personal aircraft, features a standing-position configuration and enclosed-propeller architecture, reflecting the company’s effort to create a more intuitive and distinctive personal flight experience.

All three aircraft share CoolFly’s self-developed NA80 flight control system. NA80 uses a dual-redundant architecture with two independent flight-control units, each integrating three aviation-grade inertial measurement units (IMUs). The system continuously monitors aircraft attitude and motion, supports millisecond-level fault detection and failover, and serves as a common technology foundation across CoolFly’s product portfolio.

Dream ST, Dream Pro and Urban have all obtained CE and FCC certifications for applicable product compliance requirements, supporting CoolFly’s continued international expansion.

CoolFly is also actively recruiting dealers, distributors and commercial partners worldwide, with a current focus on Europe, North America, Australia, the Middle East and other key markets.

Prospective partners and media are invited to visit CoolFly at IFA Berlin 2026, CityCube Hall B, Booth CCBB-143.

About CoolFly
CoolFly develops personal electric aircraft and eVTOL technologies, integrating aircraft design, propulsion and self-developed flight-control systems to make personal flight more accessible.

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Experience AI Companion in Everyday Life at Hisense IFA 2026

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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is inviting visitors at IFA 2026 to experience how AI can make everyday home routines simpler and more intuitive. Under the theme “Innovating a Brighter Life,” the Hisense AI Companion Suite, powered by ConnectLife, brings connected intelligence to the kitchen, laundry and living spaces.

Step into the kitchen and a simple question— “What should I make?”—can set the experience in motion. The AI Companion Refrigerator recognizes stored ingredients and suggests meal ideas based on personal preferences. Once a recipe is selected, it can sync with the AI Companion Oven to support automatic cooking, while the AI Companion Wine Cabinet recommends pairings and maintains suitable storage conditions. After the meal, the AI Companion Dishwasher recognizes dish conditions and adjusts cleaning, demonstrating how AI can support the journey from planning dinner to cleaning up.

In the laundry area, visitors can see how the AI Companion Laundry Suite turns a routine load into a simpler, more automated experience. By recognizing clothing characteristics, it selects suitable wash and dry cycles and adjusts the process automatically, creating a load-and-go experience.

The experience continues in the living space. The AI Companion Air Conditioner senses indoor conditions and user presence, adapting airflow as people move through the room. Meanwhile, the AI Companion Energy System considers weather and time-of-use electricity pricing to help optimize household energy use.

Building on ConnectLife’s support, Hisense is collaborating with Alexa+ to be among the first home appliance brands bringing smart home devices to Amazon’s Alexa+ AI assistant using Amazon’s new Smart Home AI Toolkit. Available in the coming months, Alexa+ customers will be able to control select Hisense air conditioners by simply saying what they need. Alexa+ will then map the request, navigate the settings, and complete the action for them.

Hisense’s approach to innovation has also earned recognition at IFA, with several of its products receiving awards. The Multi Function II Series, an all-in-one energy-saving HVAC solution, received a Winner Award, while the X-zone Master was named an Honoree. The U8 Air Master Air Conditioner, W60 3D Kitchen-fit Series and 60cm Integrated Wine Cabinet were also recognized that underscores Hisense’s focus on combining intelligent technology, thoughtful design and everyday usability.

Across these IFA scenarios, Hisense brings its Smart Home Companion capabilities to life through V AIOS, giving devices the ability to Sense what is happening, Think through what to do, Communicate naturally with users and across devices, and Execute tasks by orchestrating devices and services autonomously. Together, these capabilities help AI Companion Suites understand context, make decisions and take action, helping the home do more while asking less of its users.

About Hisense

Hisense, founded in 1969, is a globally recognized leader in home appliances and consumer electronics with operations in over 180 countries, specializing in delivering high-quality multimedia products, home appliances, and intelligent IT solutions. According to Omdia, Hisense ranks No. 1 globally in the 100-inch and over TV segment (2023-2026H1). As The Origin of RGB MiniLED, Hisense continues to lead the next-generation RGB MiniLED innovation. As the official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026TM, Hisense is committed to global sports partnerships as a way to connect with audiences worldwide.

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Roborock Reports 27.6% Revenue Growth in H1 2026, Reinforcing Global Market Leadership

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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Roborock, a global leader in home robotics engineered to simplify daily life, reported revenue of RMB 10.084 billion in the first half of 2026, up 27.6% year on year, while net profit attributable to shareholders rose 45.6% to RMB 986 million. The company also reached a new global milestone, with Roborock recognized as the world’s No.1 robotic vacuum cleaner brand by both IDC and Euromonitor International.

Global Expansion Continues to Strengthen Growth

Roborock’s international business continued to deliver strong growth in H1 2026 across both mature and high-potential markets. During Amazon Prime Day 2026, Roborock ranked No.1 in the robotic vacuum category in Germany, the United Kingdom, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, the United States and Canada. In Europe, Roborock reached a 45% share of the robotic vacuum market, with unit sales up 24% year on year, while wet-dry vacuum unit sales grew 112%. In North America, Roborock reached a 33% share of the robotic vacuum market, with unit sales increasing 30% year on year.

Momentum was also strong across key Asia-Pacific markets. Roborock ranked No.1 in both unit shipments and sales value in Australia, Korea, Taiwan region and Türkiye from Q1 2023 to Q1 2026. In Korea, the brand maintained more than 70% share of the premium robotic vacuum segment, while the S10 MaxV Ultra generated approximately KRW 28 billion in sales within ten days of its February 2026 launch. In Japan, Roborock continued to deepen its premium retail presence through cooperation with Yamada Denki, including dedicated brand displays and nationwide availability of flagship products. Across Asia-Pacific, the company continued to combine its global technology platform with localized channel, marketing and service strategies.

Roborock’s global leadership has also been independently recognized by IDC and Euromonitor International. According to IDC, Roborock ranked No.1 globally by both unit shipments and sales value among robotic vacuum brands in H1 2026, while Euromonitor International ranked the brand No.1 globally by retail sales value in 2025. Together, the two rankings reinforce Roborock’s global market leadership and reflect sustained consumer demand worldwide.

Sustained R&D Investment Supports Long-Term Competitiveness

Roborock continued to invest heavily in technology in the first half of 2026, with R&D spending reaching RMB 720 million, up 5.11% year on year and accounting for 7.14% of revenue. The company continues to build capabilities in intelligent navigation, AI-powered environmental perception, cleaning systems and robotic mobility, while increasingly bringing these technologies together at the system level rather than improving individual specifications in isolation. This integrated approach allows technologies proven in flagship products to be brought into a wider range of models and price segments, helping Roborock strengthen its portfolio while making advanced features available to more consumers.

IFA 2026 Highlights the Next Phase of Innovation

At IFA 2026, Roborock is showcasing its latest advances across indoor and outdoor cleaning. Its new robot vacuums and wet-dry vacuums bring advances in steam-powered care, adaptive cleaning and whole-home versatility, while the Roborock Saros Rover introduces a two-wheel-leg architecture designed to expand robotic mobility beyond flat floors. Roborock is also broadening its intelligent cleaning ecosystem with the debut of the RockAqua P1, its first intelligent pool cleaner, alongside the RockNeo Q2 LiDAR robotic mower, extending its autonomous cleaning capabilities across floors, pools and gardens.

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