SEOUL, Oct. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – While ‘social distancing’ was the dominant trend during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the pandemic now behind us, there’s a rising interest in ‘on-the-go’ items as more people embark on camping trips and road journeys. During the pandemic, the electronics industry introduced products tailored to the behavioral patterns and routines of [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – The telecommunications industry is gearing up for an intense marketing battle leading up to the launch of the iPhone 15 in South Korea. The primary focus is on capturing the attention and loyalty of Korean consumers, with companies offering services such as early morning and same-day delivery. Telecom companies are [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – Consumer electronics retailers, grappling with a dire challenge for survival, are seeking innovative solutions by introducing after-sales services (AS) and membership programs. In the face of escalating e-commerce competition, diversified sales channels, and a global economic downturn, consumer electronics retailers find themselves at a crossroads. In an effort to navigate [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – TV dramas were once immensely popular, airing every day of the week in various formats, including Monday and Tuesday dramas, Wednesday-Thursday dramas, Friday-Saturday dramas and weekend dramas. Today, however, dramas airing on weekdays have become quite rare. Among mini-series dramas, Wednesday-Thursday dramas were the first to disappear from the TV [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – As the number of moviegoers remains below pre-COVID-19 levels, South Korea’s three major multiplex cinemas are exploring ways to survive through alternative content. They have been featuring live concerts by famous K-pop singers, broadcasting sports games, and embracing pure arts such as classical and fine arts. For example, CJ CGV [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – Gas stations are undergoing a transformation, evolving from spaces where vehicles are refueled with gas to multifunctional spaces with a variety of features. The profitability of gas stations has been on a downward trend due to the widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), prompting gas station operators to seek ways [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 2 (Korea Bizwire) –South Korea’s appetite for Japanese beer has seen a remarkable resurgence this year, catapulting Japan back to the summit of beer-importing nations. This marks a significant turnaround since July 2019 when Japan imposed export restrictions on South Korea, causing Japanese beer to lose its top position in the South Korean [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korean boy band SHINee began its tour around Japan last week and will close with a concert at the Tokyo Dome next year, the group’s agency said Monday. SM Entertainment said the band kicked off their tour at Japan’s Saitama Super Arena with performances on Sept. 30 and [...]
GOKSEONG, Oct. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – As the concept of “workcation” gains popularity among MZers (Millennials and Generation Z) seeking a better work-life balance, major tourist destinations like Jeju are actively vying to establish themselves as premier “workcation spots.” Jeju, known for its robust tourism industry, has emerged as a prominent workcation destination. The Jeju Provincial [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – The telecommuting, online education, and telemedicine sectors have witnessed substantial growth in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Alongside these trends, online ancestral rites are also gaining popularity. Leading up to Chuseok, the Korean Thanksgiving holiday, memorial parks across the nation saw a surge in visitors paying their respects to [...]