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Weekly Recap: 12 Press Releases You Might Have Missed

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A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from PR Newswire this week, including T-Mobile’s acquisition of UScellular, the return of Subway’s footlong cookie and a new Ritz-Carlton oasis in the Middle East.

NEW YORK, May 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

UScellular and TDS Announce Sale of Wireless Operations and Select Spectrum Assets to T-Mobile for Approximately $4.4 Billion in Cash and Assumed Debt
“T-Mobile has the resources to provide UScellular’s customers with an unparalleled network experience, lower prices and higher-quality services. We are pleased that T-Mobile also shares our commitment to bringing best-in-class connectivity to rural Americans, who today comprise nearly 40% percent of the population that UScellular serves,” said LeRoy T. Carlson, Jr., Chair of the Board of Directors of UScellular.Alpha Motor Corporation Receives Patent Allowance for the REX Electric SUV
Uniquely leveraging a modular vehicle production line and platform, Alpha’s innovation in automobile manufacturing facilitates access to a wide range of electric vehicles. Like the WOLF and JAX, the REX Electric SUV lineup provides versatile customization options to suit diverse consumer needs, featuring the REX 2-door, 4-door, and Adventure Series models.Subway® Serves Up Happiness with the Return of the Footlong Cookie to Restaurants Nationwide
According to a recent nationwide survey, the return of Subway’s Footlong Cookie is perking up Americans – alongside playing with puppies. 70% of respondents said that eating a Footlong Cookie will brighten their day, stacking up just behind the 89% that are tail wagging for puppy cuddles.Opera collaborates with Google Cloud to power its browser AI with Gemini Models
In the newest AI Feature Drop, the Opera One browser is gaining access to Google Cloud’s Gemini models in the Aria browser AI, as well as image generation and text-to-voice capabilities thanks to a deeper cooperation between the companies and integration of Google’s flagship models.Ritz-Carlton Reserve Makes Grand Entrance in the Middle East with Exclusive Private Island Oasis in the Red Sea, Saudi Arabia
Nujuma, the private island retreat, is nestled within the captivating Blue Hole cluster of islands, where pristine coral reefs thrive beneath the surface and the celestial canopy above paints an endless tapestry of stars.US Consumer Confidence Rose in May
“Consumers’ assessment of current business conditions was slightly less positive than last month. However, the strong labor market continued to bolster consumers’ overall assessment of the present situation,” said Dana M. Peterson, Chief Economist at The Conference Board.Innovative Eyewear, Inc. Launches Eddie Bauer® Smart Eyewear with ChatGPT
The collection will debut with four distinct styles, all featuring polarized sunglass lenses for optimal outdoor performance. The line showcases the first rimless smart eyewear design, seamlessly integrating the Company’s cutting-edge technology into a lightweight and minimalist aesthetic.Responding to growing demand, Duke Energy, Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Nucor execute agreements to accelerate clean energy options
In memorandums of understanding (MOUs) signed this month, the companies proposed developing new rate structures, known as “tariffs” in the utility industry, designed specifically to lower the long-term costs of investing in clean energy technologies like new nuclear and long-duration storage through early commitments.Gatorade’s Iconic “Is It In You?” Tagline Returns for Largest Campaign in Brand History
The tagline, first cemented into sports culture in the 1990s and early 2000s with Michael Jordan dripping in Gatorade-colored sweat, reintroduces the concept of “IT” – the inner drive that fuels greatness – with a modern twist for a new generation of athletes.U.S. Postal Service Releases Dog Bite National Rankings
Incidents involving dog attacks on Postal Service employees rose to more than 5,800 cases last year. As part of the USPS 2024 National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign, the organization is offering crucial information on how dog owners can be good stewards for safe mail delivery and ensure the safety of our employees.Capital One and Walmart Announce End of Consumer Card Partnership Agreement
While Capital One and Walmart have ended their card partnership, nothing changes today for cardholders – cardholders can continue to earn and redeem rewards, and previously accrued rewards will retain their value.Groundbreaking New Professional Women’s Basketball League ‘Unrivaled’ to Offer Highest Average Salary in Professional Women’s Sports League History; Announces Star-Powered Group of Investors
A league owned by players, Unrivaled athletes will have equity and a vested interest in its success. Featuring 30 of the top women’s basketball players across six teams for a 3-on-3, compressed full court style of play, Unrivaled will deliver the most entertaining and competitive form of the sport for fans.

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Bringing Local AI Home: UGREEN Introduces Privacy-First HomeAgent for Smarter Living

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BERLIN, Sept. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — UGREEN, a leading global consumer technology brand, announced two new product lineups at a European launch event. The unveiling of the UGREENHomeAgent series of agentic local AI hubs and a new MagFlow lineup marks UGREEN’s next stage of growth. Building on its established presence in digital accessories and smart storage, the company is now dedicated to a broader spectrum of intelligent consumer electronics designed to enhance everyday life.

UGREEN HomeAgent: Agentic Local AI Hub for Homes

At the center of UGREEN’s broader intelligent consumer electronics vision is UGREEN HomeAgent, a groundbreaking Agentic AI Local Hub unifying local storage, computing, and control into one device. It connects a growing ecosystem of UGREEN AIoT devices, including security cameras, smart speakers, and smart photo frames, as well as third-party devices.

UGOS Pro is UGREEN’s in-house operating system built on a Linux architecture, offering professional storage management, robust data security, easy backup and sync, and extensive expandability.

UGREEN HomeAgent is powered by the all-new UGOS Pro, combining NAS-grade storage and data management with integrated home security features, smart home capabilities, and natural voice interaction to deliver a more complete all-in-one experience.

Traditional surveillance cameras usually only document bad news, and their footage is constantly overwritten, so the moments truly worth keeping quietly disappear. That’s why UGREEN set out to redefine the home camera system, not as a surveillance tool, but as a camera for life.

“HomeAgent proactively recognizes moments that are truly worth remembering and organizes them into a personalized daily briefing for every family. Moments that might otherwise be forgotten can return. We want to help families preserve the precious time they spend together.” – Samuel Zhang, CEO of UGREEN

As an agentic local AI hub integrating on-device intelligence, local storage, AI computing and smart-home control, HomeAgent serves as the AI brain of the connected home. Designed to keep data private and local, it enables intelligent file management, proactive home monitoring, voice-driven automation and unified device control. The ecosystem includes the HomeAgent HA100 and HA100 Pro, the NVIDIA® Jetson Thor™-powered MasterAgent MA100, SynCare smart cameras, the UGREEN Smart Speaker for Uliya, and UGREEN Gallery smart frames, while remaining compatible with third-party Matter-enabled devices. Together, they deliver a private, expandable AI platform that helps users preserve memories, monitor their homes and coordinate devices through natural, context-aware interactions.

MagFlow Pro: Active Heat Dissipation and Sustained Fast Charging

Announced alongside HomeAgent, MagFlow Powerbank is the world’s first liquid-cooled Qi2 25W magnetic power bank, featuring CryoPulse™ micro-pump liquid cooling, active heat dissipation and sustained fast charging.

The launch complements UGREEN’s strong range of charging options, outlining the brand’s commitment to true-rated performance and flagship-quality power.

Availability Timeline

Pre-orders for the UGREEN HomeAgent HA100, HA100 Pro and UGREEN MasterAgent MA100 opened on September 4, 2026, via the UGREEN AIoT Official Store, and remain available until the official Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign launches on October 27, 2026. Other AIoT accessories will be introduced as part of the Kickstarter campaign beginning on October 27. During the pre-order period, customers can place a deposit starting at $50 to reserve the UGREEN HomeAgent HA100, HA100 Pro or UGREEN MasterAgent MA100 and secure 50% off with the Super Early Bird discount.

About UGREEN

UGREEN is a leading global tech brand creating innovative products that make everyday life smarter, easier, and more connected. From smart charging and productivity to smart storage and AIoT, UGREEN designs technology around the needs of modern life.

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HKC and KOORUI Receive Dual Honors at the 2026 Global Product Technology Innovation Awards

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HKC receives the Advanced Display Technology Brand Award, while KOORUI is honored with the Innovative Monitor Brand Award during IFA 2026.

BERLIN, Sept. 5, 2026 /CNW/ — HKC and its consumer display brand KOORUI received two distinctions at the 2026 Global Product Technology Innovation Awards, presented in Berlin during IFA 2026.

HKC received the Advanced Display Technology Brand Award, recognizing its continued commitment to display technology and integrated display solutions. KOORUI received the Innovative Monitor Brand Award, highlighting the brand’s ongoing efforts in monitor innovation and user experience.

According to the organizer, the Global Product Technology Innovation Awards were established by IDG in 2014 to recognize outstanding brands and products across the global consumer electronics and home appliance industries. Presented annually in Berlin during IFA, the awards highlight notable achievements in technology and product innovation for audiences across Europe and global markets.

As display technologies and applications continue to evolve, users increasingly expect products that combine strong performance, high quality and meaningful visual experiences. With more than 20 years of focus on display technology, HKC has developed into a global provider of integrated display solutions. KOORUI builds on this technological foundation to bring innovative monitor products to a broader range of consumers and usage scenarios.

“We are honored to receive these two awards,” said a representative of HKC Group. “They recognize HKC’s long-term commitment to display technology and KOORUI’s continued focus on product innovation. We will keep developing advanced display solutions that respond to evolving user needs and create high-quality visual experiences worldwide.”

The two honors mark another milestone for HKC and KOORUI as they continue advancing display technologies, improving product experiences and strengthening engagement with global partners and consumers.

About HKC

HKC has focused on the display industry for more than 20 years and provides integrated display solutions for global markets and diverse applications.

About KOORUI

KOORUI is HKC’s consumer display brand, creating innovative monitor products and visual experiences for users worldwide.

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ATTACK SHARK Announces Strategic Partnership with Cloud9 Esports’ League of Legends Team

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NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — High-performance gaming peripheral brand ATTACK SHARK today announced a partnership with leading esports organization Cloud9 Esports. Focused on Cloud9’s League of Legends team, the collaboration will showcase professional gaming insights, esports culture, and competitive gear content across digital, social media, and e-commerce channels.

A Championship Legacy in North American Esports

Founded in 2013, Cloud9 Kia has grown into one of North America’s most iconic esports organizations. Originally established through League of Legends, it has built a global reputation through competitive success, including 6 League Championship Series (LCS) titles, 10 World Championship appearances, the 2018 ELEAGUE Major Boston title, the inaugural Overwatch League championship, and a Rocket League World Championship. Cloud9 Kia remains one of North America’s most influential League of Legends teams.

Deep Collaboration: From Pro Scenes to Player Communities

The partnership will center on professional player training, competitive performance, and player-focused content. ATTACK SHARK will equip the Cloud9 League of Legends team with its latest gaming peripherals to support daily training and competitive preparation.

By combining Cloud9’s professional competitive expertise with ATTACK SHARK’s focus on hardware innovation, the partnership aims to explore the increasing demands placed on gaming equipment in high-level esports environments. Trusted by over 10 million players worldwide, ATTACK SHARK translates professional esports insights into accessible, high-performance gaming peripherals for competitive gamers. 

“At Cloud9 Kia, we believe gaming can unlock the best in everyone. ATTACK SHARK is on a mission to make high-performance mice and keyboards accessible to all gamers, and that’s the same idea from two directions. I’m proud to have them alongside Cloud9 Kia, and excited for all of the amazing peripherals this partnership will put into our fan’s hands,” said Jonathan Tran, President of Cloud9.

“Partnering with Cloud9 Kia is a significant milestone for ATTACK SHARK,” said Gavin Cheng, CEO and Co-Founder of ATTACK SHARK. “Their competitive spirit, professionalism, and relentless pursuit of excellence closely align with the values that have guided ATTACK SHARK from the beginning. This collaboration creates an opportunity to learn from professional competition and share those insights with players around the world.”

The partnership represents a deeper investment by ATTACK SHARK in the global esports ecosystem. Together, ATTACK SHARK and Cloud9 Kia will continue creating new experiences for competitive players and gaming communities worldwide.

For more information, visit https://attackshark.com/ or connect with the brand on social media and Discord.

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