JB Hi-Fi succeeding in the online space by following individual strategy
JB Hi-Fi is winning the 'omnichannel' war and, as a result, its share price is underperforming on the Australian Securities Exchange, according to analysis by Credit Suisse.
Tue 07/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi expands further into digital with JB NOW Video
After launching JB NOW music streaming in 2011 and an eBook download service last month, JB Hi-Fi has now pushed into the world of online movies, with a digital video streaming service designed to complement DVD and Blu-ray sales.
Fri 03/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi worming into book market is a "no-brainer"
The expansion of JB Hi-Fi's NOW platform into book selling is a "no-brainer" due to its huge market value, according to marketing director Scott Browning.
Tue 23/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi starts selling eBooks through new JB NOW Books platform
JB Hi-Fi has expanded its digital content offering to now include books. Launched over the past weekend, JB NOW Books offers eBooks for iOS and Android devices, plus some other eReaders and personal computers, but not for Kindles.
Mon 22/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Twitter launches #music service with Rdio and Spotify; others frozen out?
Twitter this morning launched its foray into online music streaming, appropriately called '#music', choosing to partner with leading players Rdio and Spotify instead of competing with the madding crowd in this congested marketplace.
Fri 19/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Winners and Losers: Which categories are the biggest at JB Hi-Fi?
Following the release of JB Hi-Fi's half-yearly results, CEO Terry Smart spoke about what's working for the business. So which products and categories are flying, and which are flailing? We break it down in Smart's own words.
Mon 11/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Despite the attention, online sales contribute little to JB Hi-Fi's revenue
Although JB Hi-Fi's online sales are "important" to the retailer, they still equate for only 1.6 per cent of all sales turnover, according to CEO Terry Smart.
Fri 14/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Rdio expands to 18 million songs, cementing its best in class status
American music streaming service Rdio has today announced a considerable expansion to its music database. The subscription service now claims to have 18 million songs.
Fri 17/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi sees serious growth in online and digital offerings
Despite relatively weak profit results across the whole JB Hi-Fi group, the company's online and digital offerings are showing real strength, with JB Hi-Fi Online posting a 77 per cent increase in sales.
Mon 13/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Spotify not available to all music fans, so go with cheap shot JB Now
UnderCurrent can't listen to Spotify, which launched in Australia today, so it's going to have settle for the entry-level JB Now.
Tue 22/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi prepares to release JB Now app for iPhone and Android
JB NOW, the music streaming product announced last year by JB Hi-Fi, is moving out of beta, with the company releasing this video promoting and demonstrating the new app.
Fri 30/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi now playing in musical instruments, but only in selected stores
JB Hi-Fi has greatly expanded its musical instruments range, which is being sold in selected stores in four states of Australia. This move is a result of the increased margin pressure being caused by price erosion in consumer electronics.
Fri 24/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Stability now as JB Hi-Fi sales rise as profits fall
JB Hi-Fi released its half-yearly results today, posting a 5% increase in revenues, but a 9% drop in profits. However, CEO Terry Smart remains positive for the year ahead.
Mon 13/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi CODB up for first time in 7 years, online booming, grey market growth
The most interesting and relevant take-outs from JB's investor briefing are here, with cost of doing business rising for the first time in seven years, online booming on back of grey growth, NOW going alpha and entry into musical instruments.
Mon 13/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Ultrabooks, Dick Smith and JB Now - Five Minutes with JB Hi-Fi CEO
Back in the office after his Christmas break, JB Hi-Fi CEO Terry Smart has answered some quickfire questions on CES, JB's share price, the year ahead and persistent rumours linking the company with mergers and acquisitions.
Wed 25/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Rdio responds to criticism over social media claim
Music streaming service Rdio has responded to Current.com.au's accusation yesterday of making false claims that it was "Australia's first truly social streaming music service".
Fri 20/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Rdio music streaming launches with expensive price tag, false claims
American music streaming company Rdio has today launched in Australia, with music fans able to stream unlimited tracks from the major record labels on their computer, smartphone or tablet device.
Thu 19/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB NOW music streaming service goes live
After much anticipation, JB Hi-Fi's music streaming service, JB NOW, is finally here. Current takes a look at how it all works, what it costs, and what the kids are listening to these days.
Tue 13/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »JB NOW music service accepting registrations, reveals pricing and details
JB Hi-Fi is currently accepting expressions of interest for its new JB NOW music streaming service, which will be launching soon. JB has further confirmed that the mobile applications for this service will be released in early 2012.
Tue 06/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »'Our point of difference is our staff': JB Hi-Fi chairman on retail success
JB Hi-Fi held its AGM today, with CEO Terry Smart and chairman Patrick Elliott discussing the company's successes - including the strength of its staff.
Wed 12/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »HD video is Samsung's Smart silver bullet for Music Hub streaming service
Samsung last night joined the burgeoning music streaming cloud crowd with the official launch of Music Hub, a music streaming service for smartphones and a video streaming service for Smart TVs.
Fri 07/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Though mostly reasonable, JB NOW could lead to billshock in extreme cases
JB Hi-Fi's music streaming service, called JB NOW, should not have a major effect on home broadband quotas, though heavy usage on the upcoming smartphone app could lead to billshock in extreme cases.
Fri 09/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »The race to entanglement central to JB Hi-Fi music streaming success
A fast start is imperative for JB Hi-Fi's new music streaming service, JB NOW, to be profitable.
Thu 08/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »
