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BETHENNY FRANKEL JOINS dpHUE AS CHIEF BRAND OFFICER, INVESTOR AND STRATEGIC PARTNER

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The entrepreneur, investor, and trusted consumer advocate joins the category-leading hair color and care brand to help shape innovation, expand consumer education, and drive its next phase of growth.

LOS ANGELES, June 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — dpHUE, the premium hair color and care brand known for helping consumers achieve and maintain salon-quality color at home, today announced that entrepreneur, investor, and consumer advocate Bethenny Frankel has acquired a meaningful ownership stake in the company and joined its leadership team as Chief Brand Officer.

In this newly created role, Frankel will work closely with founder Donna Pohlad and the dpHUE executive team to help guide innovation, strengthen consumer engagement, expand category awareness, and support the company’s long-term growth strategy.

As Chief Brand Officer—or “Chief B Officer”—Frankel will play an active role across product innovation, brand marketing, and consumer education as dpHUE continues to expand its leadership position within the growing hair color maintenance category.

Founded by entrepreneur Donna Pohlad, dpHUE was created to bridge the gap between salon visits by offering professional-grade solutions that help consumers achieve, maintain, and extend beautiful hair color at home. Since its launch, the brand has earned numerous prestige beauty awards and built a loyal following among consumers seeking effective, salon-quality solutions without the complexity traditionally associated with hair color maintenance.

The partnership grew from Frankel’s authentic connection to the brand and its products. A longtime advocate for transparency, efficacy, and value, Frankel quickly recognized both the quality of the products and the broader opportunity to help educate consumers about an often-overlooked category. As both an investor and strategic partner, she will help shape future innovation, strengthen the brand’s connection with consumers, and support its continued expansion.

“From the beginning, dpHUE has been built on the belief that consumers deserve products that truly solve problems while delivering exceptional results,” said Donna Pohlad, Founder of dpHUE. “Bethenny’s ability to earn trust and connect with consumers is unmatched. She has built businesses by simplifying complicated categories, telling it like it is, and helping people make smarter decisions. From our earliest conversations, it became clear that we share the same philosophy: create products that genuinely work, solve real problems, and help people feel more confident. Bethenny isn’t joining dpHUE as a spokesperson—she’s joining as a partner. We’re thrilled to welcome her as we continue building the future of dpHUE together.”

“I’ve built my career by identifying gaps in the market, and hair color maintenance is a big one,” said Bethenny Frankel. “Women invest so much in their hair color, yet many still struggle and are frustrated between salon visits. What drew me to dpHUE is that the products work, the need is real, the experience is user friendly and the opportunity for growth is enormous. This is high quality at home hair color. I’m excited to help grow and scale this brand that I experienced organically. I’m going to help market and build a company I genuinely believe in, am excited about, and that the market desperately needs.”

Frankel’s appointment comes as dpHUE enters a new phase of growth, with continued expansion across specialty retail, e-commerce, social commerce, and international markets. Together, dpHUE and Frankel will focus on accelerating innovation, deepening community engagement, and continuing to deliver effective, salon-quality solutions that help consumers look and feel their best between salon visits.

dpHUE products are available at dpHUE.com, Ulta Beauty, Amazon, TikTok Shop, Revolve, Macy’s, and Dermstore.

ABOUT dpHUE
dpHUE is a leading premium hair color and care brand dedicated to helping consumers achieve, maintain, and extend salon-quality hair color at home. Founded by entrepreneur Donna Pohlad, the brand has pioneered the hair color maintenance category through award-winning innovations including GLOSS+, Glossy Glaze, Root Touch-Up Kit, Color Dream, Camo+, and its iconic Apple Cider Vinegar collection. Available through leading prestige retailers and digital platforms, dpHUE continues to redefine how consumers care for their hair color between salon visits while helping them look and feel their most confident.

For more information, visit dpHUE.com.

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Motorola debuts the moto watch ultra at IFA 2026

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Motorola is expanding its connected ecosystem in North America with the launch of the moto watch ultra, the most intelligent moto watch yet, featuring Polar fitness and wellness insights, Wear OS by Google™ and LTE eSIM functionality.1

BERLIN, Sept. 3, 2026 /CNW/ — The new moto watch ultra was built on the idea that a healthy lifestyle looks and feels different to everyone. Designed for the 5-a.m. fitness enthusiasts as well as the people who want to better understand their health, this device gives new meaning to well-being through Polar insights.

Motorola is once again teaming up with Polar, a global leader in wearable sports and fitness technology, to help users stay more in tune with their health. The moto watch ultra helps consumers better manage stress, analyze their sleep, train more efficiently and track calories and exercise.

Using Polar’s science-backed fitness algorithms, users can turn to the following wellness features:

Serene™, a breathing exercise mode that offers real-time biofeedback for ultimate relaxation. It notes how long a user spends in the three serenity zones and if they synchronized with the optimal breathing rhythm;Nightly Recharge™ combines sleep quality and autonomic nervous system (ANS) recovery measurement, so users know how well their bodies adjusted from the previous day;Sleep Plus Stages™ tracks the quality of one’s sleep and the time spent in different stages (light, deep, REM) to calculate a personal sleep score.

For those wanting to live a healthier lifestyle, they can depend on these Polar features:

Activity Goal creates a tailored daily target based on the user’s profile and chosen activity level;Activity Score measures the user’s movement and intensity throughout the day, resulting in a personalized score against one’s goal;Active Intensity Zones give users a breakdown of their activity by intensity level (light, moderate, vigorous) that’s determined by their heart rate and movement;Inactivity Alert pops up when someone has been inactive for too long and encourages an active break;Smart Calories provides an overview of a user’s daily burned calories, considering one’s heart rate, wrist movement, weight and age;Energy Sources analyzes how one’s body uses different fuels (fat, carbs, protein) during one’s workout and offers metabolic insights.

Additionally, the new moto watch ultra can monitor key vitals with health tracking sensors. For new and experienced runners, the Running Coach functionality offers guided running and walking workouts right from their wrist. Running Coach is ideal for those who need help with pacing or some extra encouragement.

When out for a run or walk, users can leave their phone at home or disconnect while still being reachable. This is because the moto watch ultra is the first moto watch with LTE functionality,1 allowing users to make or receive calls, send text messages and manage notifications. If stopping for an impromptu coffee or bite to eat, moto watch ultra users can turn to Google Wallet and NFC support to pay2 and rely on dual-band GPS for accurate navigation and precise location tracking.

The new moto watch ultra is powered by Wear OS by Google, unlocking the world of Google Play. Users can access YouTube Music,3 Google Maps, Google Messages, Google Gemini4 and much more. The moto watch ultra is also the first Motorola wearable with built-in Motorola Qira on compatible Motorola and Lenovo devices. Users can raise their wrist or simply say “Hey Qira” to naturally ask questions or pull up saved information from the memory across Lenovo and Motorola devices, too.5 These activities are boosted by the Snapdragon® W5+ Gen 1 Platform that allows individuals to multitask at a moment’s notice.

The moto watch ultra was made to transition from day to night, featuring a large, 1.5″ OLED display with 2700 nits of brightness and an always-on display. This makes it easy to see, regardless of the time of day. Its 46mm stainless steel body makes it suitable for any occasion. And its third-party 22mm band compatibility lets users swap out one look for another, giving users the choice between a breathable silicone band in PANTONE Black Beauty or PANTONE Mountain View and a classy genuine leather option that features PANTONE Black Beauty or PANTONE Nuthatch.

Everything on the moto watch ultra is safeguarded by IP686 and 5ATM underwater protection.7 This way, users can complete a workout in the pool, go on a rainy bike ride or participate in a heated yoga class. Plus, there’s Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 on the display to keep the watch looking sharp and clear.

The moto watch ultra also offers efficient battery performance. When not using the always-on display, enjoy up to 2 days8 of active use on a single charge, and get up to 24 hours of active use with a 15-minute charge.8,9 

Availability
In the United States, the new moto watch ultra will be available on Motorola.com starting September 10 (MSRP: $349.99).10 The device will also be available at Verizon on September 24, and T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, AT&T,  Xfinity Mobile, and Consumer Cellular in the coming months.

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Brendan Hall
bphall@motorola.com

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1 Requires a connection. Usage rates may apply. Contact your service provider for more details. Carrier fees, plan requirements, and availability may vary by region.
2 Requires NFC-supported payment terminal and Google Wallet app. Requires pin authorization for purchase. Utilizes Host Card Emulation (HCE) technology, which enables contactless payments through third party mobile apps running on Android operating system. Availability varies with region.
3 Requires a YouTube Premium membership.
4 Gemini mobile app available on select devices, languages, and countries. Internet connection required. Check responses for accuracy.
5 Requires a Motorola account and an active connection to the Motorola Qira-compatible device.
6 Tested to IP68 standards under controlled laboratory conditions. Withstands immersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Resistance will decrease as a result of normal wear. Not designed to work while submerged underwater. Not waterproof. Do not expose to pressurized water or liquids other than fresh water. Designed to protect against the ingress of solid foreign objects of any size. Not waterproof.
7 Tested to 5ATM water ratings under controlled laboratory conditions. Withstands water pressure up to 50 meters deep for up to 10 minutes. Exposure to conditions beyond this rating are not covered by warranty. Resistance will decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not expose to pressurized water jets or liquids other than fresh water. Do not attempt to charge a wet phone. Not waterproof.
8 Tested with AOD off. All battery life claims are approximate and based on optimal conditions. Actual battery performance will vary and depend on many factors, including device settings, temperature, battery condition, and usage patterns.
9 Battery must be substantially depleted; charging rate slows as charging progresses. The charger must be paired with at least a 30W adapter for fast charging. The adapter is sold separately.
10 Pricing varies by channel.

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Iconic flip design meets unmistakable artistry: new motorola razr with Crystals by Swarovski® joins the Brilliant Collection

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Bringing together Pantone® color expertise and Swarovski craftsmanship, Motorola introduces the newest addition to the Brilliant Collection: the 2026 motorola razr with Crystals by Swarovski®, debuting in PANTONE Meteorite and accented with 35 Swarovski Crystals in Silver Night and a larger signature Swarovski Crystal on the hinge.

BERLIN, Sept. 3, 2026 /CNW/ — At Motorola, we believe technology should do more than empower people, it should reflect their individuality and personal style. That belief is at the heart of Motorola Collections, where iconic design, premium craftsmanship, and carefully curated partnerships come together to create devices that are as expressive as they are powerful.

Today, Motorola welcomes a striking new addition to the Brilliant Collection: motorola razr with Crystals by Swarovski®. Blending the iconic razr flip design with Pantone’s expertise in color and Swarovski’s unmistakable artistry, this exclusive edition transforms one of Motorola’s most recognizable devices into a dazzling expression of individuality, and builds on Motorola’s commitment to bring together the right expertise around each product to create experiences that feel intentional, distinctive and personal.

Designed to shine

Every element of the new motorola razr with Crystals by Swarovski has been carefully crafted to create an unforgettable visual and tactile experience. That philosophy starts with color. Debuting in a stunning PANTONE Meteorite finish, this deep and understated shade creates a refined canvas that allows the Swarovski Crystals to take center stage. Rather than competing with their brilliance, PANTONE Meteorite creates contrast, revealing different dimensions of light and sparkle as the phone moves.

This special edition device features a sophisticated quilted, leather-inspired texture that evokes timeless elegance and feels luxurious in-hand. Set against the plush backdrop are 35 hand-positioned Swarovski Crystals in Silver Night, each precisely placed to create captivating dimension and brilliance. Completing the design is a signature 32-facet Swarovski Crystal on the hinge that catches the light with every flip, celebrating the silhouette that’s made razr so iconic. To preserve every shimmering detail, the device comes with a clear protective case that frames the design without hiding it.1 The result is a device that feels as refined as a piece of fine jewelry while maintaining the innovation and craftsmanship users expect from Motorola.

Where fashion meets intelligent technology

The new motorola razr delivers the essential foldable experience with a bright and beautiful 3.6″ external display that lets users run full apps, check notifications, reply to messages and more, plus a smooth 6.9″ Extreme AMOLED display when unfolded. It features a powerful dual 50MP main camera system,2 advanced AI experiences, and a 4800mAh battery3 that delivers over 36 hours of battery life on a single charge.4 razr combines reliable performance with an iconic design language that impresses tech enthusiasts just as much as it turns heads from fashion lovers.

The Brilliant Collection champions the idea that technology can be both beautiful and intelligent, brought to life by Motorola’s lifestyle-tech approach that blurs the line between personal technology and luxury accessories. The motorola razr with Crystals by Swarovski is a device for those who are looking to express their personal style and make a statement, redefining what premium technology can look and feel like.

Availability

In the United States, The motorola razr – 2026 with crystals by Swarovski® will be available on Motorola.com and Amazon.com on September 10th (MSRP: $899.99).5 The device will also be available at Verizon on September 24.

Contact
Brendan Hall
bphall@motorola.com

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MOTOROLA, the Stylized M Logo, MOTO and the MOTO family of marks are trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. The Pantone color reference and the PANTONE Chip Design are used with the permission of Pantone LLC. © Pantone LLC, 2026. All rights reserved. This is an authorized Pantone-licensed product manufactured by Motorola. Google and Android are trademarks of Google LLC. Swarovski® is a registered trademark of Swarovski AG. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2026 Motorola Mobility LLC.

1 Available in select regions.

2 50MP ultrawide sensor combines 4 pixels into 1, for an effective photo resolution of 12.5MP

3 The typical capacity is 4800mAh. Typical value is the estimated average capacity of a batch of batteries based on internal testing, representing the expected performance under normal conditions. Rated capacity is 4610mAh. Rated capacity is the minimum guaranteed capacity of a battery under controlled conditions.

4 All battery life claims are approximate and based on the median user tested across a mixed use profile (which includes both usage and standby time) under optimal network conditions. Actual battery performance will vary and depends on many factors including signal strength, network and device settings, temperature, battery condition, and usage patterns.

5 Pricing varies by channel.

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EarFun Unveils Flagship Wave Pro X: The World’s First Dual-Coaxial Headphones with Qualcomm® ANC Technology and Auracast™

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Featuring Adaptive Hybrid ANC and the all-new DCAA™ Dual-Coaxial Acoustic Architecture, EarFun’s new flagship over-ear headphones deliver reference-grade sound and up to 90 hours of battery life.

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EarFun, a leading name in audio innovation, today announced the launch of the Wave Pro X, the world’s first dual-coaxial headphones with Qualcomm® ANC technology and Auracast support. Set to release on 3rd September 2026, the Wave Pro X is defined by two signature innovations: Adaptive Real-time Hybrid ANC, a smarter, more responsive approach to noise cancellation, and DCAA™ (Dual-Coaxial Acoustic Architecture), an entirely re-engineered driver system built for uncompromising sound quality.

“The Wave Pro X represents a new benchmark for what wireless headphones can deliver,” said Rocky Deng, Chief Technology Officer at EarFun. “With Adaptive Hybrid ANC and our new DCAA™ acoustic architecture working together, we’ve built a headphone that listens to its environment and responds to it in real time — silencing the world around you while delivering sound with extreme precision.”

Powered by Qualcomm® Technologies’ Latest Flagship Chip for Sound

At the heart of the Wave Pro X is the Snapdragon® S3 Gen 1 Sound Platform (Qualcomm® QCC3095), the company’s newest flagship chip for sound, delivering major gains in wireless connectivity, sound quality, and noise cancellation. The platform also enables support for Snapdragon Sound™ Technology Suite, helping deliver premium wireless audio with high-fidelity music, ultra-low latency, and superior connectivity when paired with compatible devices enabled with Snapdragon Sound technology. The chip enables Bluetooth 6.0, the latest wireless standard, for faster pairing and data transfer speeds, along with improved battery efficiency over previous generations. Security is enhanced through industry-standard Dynamic Encryption (DES) and Secure Simple Pairing (SSP), keeping wireless connections protected. The Wave Pro X also supports Google Fast Pair for quick, easy setup, and Auracast, enabling easy multi-device audio sharing and group listening.

Adaptive Hybrid ANC: Noise Cancellation That Reads the Room

At the core of the Wave Pro X experience is Adaptive Hybrid ANC, EarFun’s most advanced noise cancellation system to date. Rather than applying a single, fixed level of cancellation, the system continuously analyzes the surrounding sound environment and adjusts feedback and feed-forward filtering in real time — deepening cancellation in loud, chaotic spaces like transit and open offices, and easing off in quieter settings to preserve natural sound and reduce listening fatigue. This dynamic response is made possible by the Wave Pro X’s industry-leading 8-microphone hybrid system, which also delivers precise voice capture and effective suppression of environmental noise on calls, even in busy, wind-prone conditions.

Adaptive Hybrid ANC isn’t limited to wireless use, either. The Wave Pro X supports full Hybrid ANC over a USB or AUX wired connection, so listeners never have to sacrifice noise cancellation for flexibility — whether they’re on a flight, at a desk, or streaming from a device without Bluetooth.

DCAA™: A New Architecture for Sound

Sound on the Wave Pro X is shaped by DCAA™ (Dual-Coaxial Acoustic Architecture), EarFun’s re-engineering of wireless acoustic dynamics from the ground up. Rather than positioning drivers as separate components, DCAA™ arranges a 40mm DLC dynamic driver and a 10mm LCP driver along a shared coaxial axis, built with extreme mechanical precision so both drivers fire from a single, aligned acoustic center instead of competing across separate paths. An AI-driven crossover sync manages the handoff between drivers in real time, continuously routing frequencies so bass, mids, and highs stay phase-aligned no matter how complex the track. The result is deep, controlled bass, natural midrange, and extended top-end clarity that stays coherent across a wide dynamic range, rather than the smeared or disjointed sound that can come from mismatched driver timing.

DCAA™ is paired with equally serious source support. The Wave Pro X supports Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and LDAC, plays Lossless Audio tracks, and is Hi-Res Audio certified, ensuring the architecture is fed studio-quality signal from virtually any source. Thanks to LE Audio efficiency, the Wave Pro X delivers up to 90 hours of total battery life, letting listeners go days without recharging. When a wired connection is preferred, or charging isn’t an option, USB Audio keeps high-quality listening going without interruption.

Built for Gaming, Calls, and Everyday Life

Gamers can enable Ultra-Low Latency Game Mode through the EarFun Audio App, which also serves as the hub for customizing the full Wave Pro X listening experience, keeping visuals and sound perfectly in sync during gaming and video. The Multipoint Connection feature makes it effortless to switch between a Bluetooth-enabled console and portable devices, while built-in support for voice assistants keeps hands-free control just a word away. Rounding out the experience, the Wave Pro X is built with an ergonomic, comfort-first design for stable, comfortable wear during extended listening sessions — everyday performance to match its flagship features.

Pricing and Availability

The EarFun Wave Pro X now available on EarFun’s official website and Amazon store at $129.99.

For more information on EarFun Wave Pro X and the rest of the EarFun wireless audio collection, visit www.myearfun.com.

About EarFun

EarFun, an audio brand established in California in 2018, is run by an experienced group of industrial designers, acoustic engineers and music enthusiasts who shared the goal of creating next-generation wireless audio devices. The EarFun team is driven by a passion for music and a commitment to delivering solutions that use the latest technology to improve sound for wireless audio products. With five Red Dot Design awards, two CES Innovation Awards, and IF Design Award Honorees, EarFun is a fast-growing brand.

Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm, Snapdragon and Snapdragon Sound are trademarks or registered trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated. aptX is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd.

Contact: Helen Shaw, marketing@myearfun.com

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