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Whisp Leverages Strategic Marketing Partnership with iHeartMedia to Expand “Perks Pass” Rewards Community Nationwide–Sponsored by NBA Analyst Kendrick Perkins

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Powered by Whisp’s mobile opt-in technology, Perks Pass and iHeartMedia join forces to help customers vote for their favorite restaurant and enter for a chance to win a Hilton Hawaiian getaway, building a Perks Pass community with many national brands participating

MIAMI, June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Whisp—the world’s top mobile opt-in expert—announced a new, strategic multi-year marketing partnership with iHeartMedia, the leading audio media company in the United States and podcast publisher globally. The partnership allows Whisp to tap into iHeartMedia’s expansive audio network to promote Perks Pass, which is sponsored by NBA champion and ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins. Reaching more than 270 million monthly listeners with its broadcast stations alone, iHeartMedia will support Perks Pass’ efforts across its multi-platform network—including live radio, streaming, podcasts and live events—to help build nationwide awareness. Consumers will be able to discover rewards, enter sweepstakes, vote for brand partners and experiences, and help shape future rewards, experiences, and brand partnerships. 

For years, brands have unsuccessfully marketed to customers without giving them a true say in what businesses offer, which rewards matter, and which experiences may come next. Unlike traditional loyalty programs that are controlled entirely by brands, Perks Pass gives consumers that missing voice with an actual vote on their favorites—from restaurants to specific rewards, experiences, and future brand partners. By combining consumer input with brand participation, Perks Pass creates a two-way relationship between businesses and the customers they serve, building a community based on meaningful engagement—a community supported by iHeartMedia.

Perks Pass users now have an opportunity to vote for their favorite restaurant through the platform, including individual locations, franchises, and quick service restaurants (QSRs). This new community helps businesses focus on the offerings that customers truly want, tailoring rewards, sweepstakes, and experiences to the people who matter most. Customers can also use the Perks Pass platform to enter for a chance to win a Hawaiian getaway and a year’s worth of vacation giveaways from Hilton Grand Vacations, one of many national brands participating.

Powered by Whisp’s proprietary mobile opt-in technology, Perks Pass is a new way for businesses and customers to connect through a real-world rewards relationship. Introducing Kendrick Perkins as a brand ambassador, Perks Pass harnesses Whisp’s patented technology to turn everyday business visits into direct, repeatable customer relationships, without apps, forms, or third-party fees. Rather than reacquiring their existing customers, businesses can use Perks Pass to own the customer relationship, turning every interaction into a verified opt-in as an opportunity for ongoing engagement. More information can be found at PerksPass.com.

“iHeartMedia is always looking for innovative ways to connect brands with audiences at scale, and Perks Pass is a compelling example of how mobile-first engagement can empower consumers,” said Joe Robinson, President of Corporate Development and Ventures at iHeartMedia. “Through our unmatched reach across radio, streaming, podcasts, and live events, we’re excited to help grow the Perks Pass community nationwide—giving listeners new ways to interact with the brands they love while having a real voice in shaping future experiences.”

“Whisp and Perks Pass are proud to partner with iHeartMedia, the leading audio company in the U.S.,” said Steve Doumar, founder and CEO of Whisp. “There is no better platform than iHeartMedia for us to grow the Perks Pass community across America, giving customers the power to help decide what their favorite brands offer next. Perks Pass is a national consumer community where loyal members determine which brands, rewards, sweepstakes, and experiences are featured, while brands gain access to an engaged, loyal audience of users who actively signal what they want. Whisp powers the engagement and activation behind the scenes, creating a win-win for consumers and businesses over the long haul.”

For more information, please visit Whisp.io and PerksPass.com.

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Changhong at IFA 2026: From Going Global to Going Local

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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At IFA 2026, Changhong unveiled a new lineup of AI-powered home appliances spanning TVs, refrigerators, air conditioners and laundry appliances. Centered on real-life scenarios, the company is bringing AI technologies designed to better understand everyday needs into the product experience, highlighting its transition from technological innovation toward more intuitive living experiences. The showcase also signals Changhong’s continued localization efforts.

The concept comes to life across Changhong’s latest AI products. The Q60S Pro TV features the Changhong LeDong AI sports platform, extending the TV beyond a traditional content screen into a space for family fitness and interaction. An AI human-sensing air conditioner can recognize users’ locations and habits and adjust airflow accordingly, while an AI refrigerator uses intelligent sensing to help users take a more proactive approach to food freshness. Rather than adding complexity, Changhong is making everyday life simpler.

This is at the heart of Changhong’s exploration of “seamless technology”—technology that works quietly in the background. The best technology does not always need to be seen; it simply helps people worry less.

A distinctive cultural element is also finding its way into Changhong’s smart product experience. The brand has incorporated the giant panda into AI assistant interactions, bringing greater warmth and approachability to AI-powered TVs and other home appliances. Closely associated with Changhong’s Sichuan heritage, the panda also provides a natural way to bring a recognizable element of Chinese culture into the technology experience.

Skiing offers another bridge to European lifestyles. In recent years, Changhong has continued to strengthen its presence in Europe with CHiQ as an important brand vehicle, building closer connections with local consumers through sports partnerships, including sponsorship of FIS Ski World Cup events in Germany, collaboration with the German Ski Association and its role as an official partner of the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup. More than a sporting platform, skiing allows CHiQ to connect the speed, passion and outdoor spirit of the sport with its product experience, bringing technology closer to the way European consumers live.

Behind these initiatives is a deeper commitment to localization. From product experience and brand expression to sports, culture and local lifestyles, Changhong is creating more diverse touchpoints with the European market. From “going global” to “going local,” the company is moving beyond products and channels toward a deeper integration of its brands, technology and the markets it serves.

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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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