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Daily Mirror
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Exact time of day kids reach peak boredom during school holidays
New research shows parents try everything from cosy home cinema set ups to simple printable crafts to keep their kids entertained over the school holidays. The summer holidays have only just kicked off but mums and dads nationwide are already battling to keep their little ones busy for the entire six-weeks. A new survey reveals that seven in ten parents feel guilty about just how restless their youngsters become during the lengthy break. For 22 per cent, they feel 'uncomfortable' about how much screen time they depend on to occupy their little ones, whilst 33 per cent confessed they resort to it far more than they would like throughout the summer holiday. It follows a recent poll which found one in five parents notice their kids getting bored as early as 10 a.m., with peak boredom setting in at 11:41 a.m. With the cost of days out adding extra pressure, many parents are turning to simple, budget-friendly activities such as baking, going for walks, or visiting free museums and galleries. It comes after news anyone buying fuel next week given '£15 charge' warning by The AA. Other popular ways to keep kids entertained include setting up paddling pools and creating home cinemas. One parent reported playing hide-and-seek 27 times in a single day, while another transformed their living room into a jungle safari, complete with costumes and character voices. Megan Casey, from HP Inc, which commissioned the research, said: 'For parents, much of the summer is spent juggling costs and the pressure to keep children engaged. That is why simple, affordable solutions can make all the difference.' Not only do parents feel guilty that their kids are bored but 38 per cent worry that other parents are doing a better job than they are at keeping their children occupied. Despite this, a third say they take pride in the activities they come up with and appreciate the small wins. When creativity does run dry, 44 per cent admit to spending more money than they budgeted for. In fact, figures show parents spend an average of £487 over the holidays to stop their kids getting bored. To save where they can many parents have turned to printing off crafts at home, as a simple but cost-effective way to keep their kids entertain. A savvy six in 10 have even used workplace printers to further reduce costs. "Printable activities have become a practical and low-cost solution for parents looking to keep children entertained over the summer," said Megan. HP Inc. offers Instant Ink, a smart subscription service that automatically sends cartridges direct to your door when your printer is running low. "When the ink runs out, those plans quickly fall apart," she added.
The Sun
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Exact time school hols boredom kicks in with majority of Brit kids zoning out AFTER 11am, survey shows
THE EXACT time school holidays boredom kicks has been revealed with the majority of Brit kids zoning out after 11am, a new survey shows. A poll, of 1,000 parents of school-age children, revealed 20 per cent see their youngsters hit a brick wall before 10am - with most topping out after 11am. 2 2 Kids reach peak daily boredom at 11:41am during the school holidays according to the poll. As a result, 68 per cent feel guilty about their fact their child is so bored during their break, with 22 per cent 'uncomfortable' with the amount of screen time they rely on to keep them entertained. And while 37 per cent try to limit it, they admit it's hard, with 33 per cent using it more than they'd like during the summer - but 34 per cent attempt to utilise screens in creative ways. Aside from screen time, 37 per cent said the biggest pressure during the break is simply the cost of everything, with 31 per cent feeling the heat when keeping the kids occupied. Baking something, going on a nature walk or heading to free museums and galleries, were some of the top things parents lean on to keep kids entertained. And while setting up paddling pools, creating home cinemas and buying toys out of desperation were other moves to keep boredom away, some have gone to surprising lengths. One parent reported playing hide and seek 27 times in a single day, while another turned their living room into a jungle safari - complete with costumes and character voices. Megan Casey, from HP Inc., which commissioned the research, said: 'For parents, much of the summer is spent juggling costs and the pressure to keep children engaged. "That is why simple, and affordable solutions can make all the difference.' It also emerged 38 per cent worry other parents seem to be doing a better job at ensuring their children are occupied during the school break. All the passport rules you NEED to know now to stop your summer holidays being ruined or even cancelled With 63 per cent worried their own offspring will fall behind over the summer if they don't continue with learning activities while away from the classroom. Despite the difficulties to keep kids engaged, 32 per cent are proud of what they manage to do and 39 per cent grateful for the small wins across the period. Yet, when struggling for inspiration, 44 per cent said they've spent money they didn't plan to, with the same amount allowing their children to watch TV for hours - and 31 per cent have bribed kids to behave with food. A messy house was a stress to 31 per cent, alongside sibling arguments (22 per cent) and never getting a break (22 per cent). The data revealed parents spend an average of £487 across the summer holidays in a bid to keep boredom at bay. Six in 10 have looked to keep costs down by printing things off for their kids at their workplace, while 54 per cent have run out of ink at a crucial moment, with 36 per cent desperately trying to print off some crafts to keep their kids entertained. Megan Casey, from HP Inc., which offers Instant Ink, a smart subscription service that automatically sends cartridges direct to your door when your printer is running low, added: 'Printable activities have become a practical and low-cost solution for parents looking to keep children entertained over the summer. 'But when the ink runs out, those plans quickly fall apart. 'More than half of parents have experienced this at a crucial moment, often while printing something important for their kids.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Earnings Preview: What to Expect From HP's Report
Valued at a market cap of $24.1 billion, HP Inc. (HPQ) provides personal computing, printing, 3D printing, hybrid work, gaming, and other related technologies. The Palo Alto, California-based company serves individual consumers, small- and medium-sized businesses, and large enterprises. It is expected to announce its fiscal Q3 earnings for 2025 on Wednesday, Aug. 27. Ahead of this event, analysts expect this computer hardware company to report a profit of $0.74 per share, down 10.8% from $0.83 per share in the year-ago quarter. The company has missed Wall Street's earnings estimates in each of the last four quarters. In Q2, HP's EPS of $0.71 fell short of the forecasted figure by 11.3%. More News from Barchart UnitedHealth Stock Spirals Lower Again. Don't Buy the Dip. This Self-Driving Car Stock Is Surging on a Major Nvidia Boost Auto Revenue Keeps Plunging at Tesla. Should You Buy the TSLA Stock Dip or Run Far Away? Our exclusive Barchart Brief newsletter is your FREE midday guide to what's moving stocks, sectors, and investor sentiment - delivered right when you need the info most. Subscribe today! For fiscal 2025, analysts expect HP to report a profit of $3.09 per share, down 8.6% from $3.38 per share in fiscal 2024. Nonetheless, its EPS is expected to rebound in fiscal 2026, growing by 8.4% year-over-year to $3.35. HP has declined 32.1% over the past 52 weeks, considerably underperforming both the S&P 500 Index's ($SPX) 17.3% return and the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund's (XLK) 21.1% uptick over the same time frame. On May 28, HP delivered its Q2 results, and its shares plunged 8.3% in the following trading session. Due to strong commercial performance in its personal systems segment, the company's net revenue surged 3.3% year-over-year to $13.2 billion. However, despite the revenue growth, its adjusted EPS of $0.71 fell 13.4% from the year-ago quarter and came in 11.3% below the consensus estimates. This earnings miss might have weighed on investor sentiment. Wall Street analysts are cautious about HPQ's stock, with an overall 'Hold" rating. Among 14 analysts covering the stock, three recommend "Strong Buy," 10 indicate "Hold," and one advises a "Strong Sell' rating. The mean price target for HPQ is $27.55, indicating a 7.2% premium from the current levels. On the date of publication, Neharika Jain did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Globe and Mail
11-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
What Does Q2 Reveal About the Direction of the Global PC Market?
The global PC market showed signs of robust traction in the second quarter of 2025, with shipments increasing 6.5% year over year to 68.4 million units, according to the data compiled by International Data Corporation ('IDC'). The global PC shipment market marked its seventh consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth. Nevertheless, the near-term prospects of the PC industry seem highly uncertain due to the U.S. government's new tariff policies, inflationary concerns and shifting PC upgrade cycles. Second-Quarter Growth: Commercial Refresh Cycle The rise in PC shipments was primarily driven by the replacement of the installed base of older generation PCs. Windows 10 end-of-support commencing in October 2025, has also prompted several commercial customers to shift to Windows 11, replacing older machines before Windows 10 support ends. The shipment data showed an incongruence in the orders of PC shipments. While PC shipments in the United States remained relatively muted due to the looming deadline of import tariffs, the rest of the world demonstrated robust shipment orders. Rising interest in PCs equipped with on-device AI is another demand booster for the PC industry. Vendor Performance and Market Share Among the top five vendors, Lenovo LNVGY retained its market-leading position with 17 million shipments and a 24.8% market share, up from 23% in the same period last year. HP Inc. HPQ followed with 14.1 million shipments, up 2.9% from the last year, while Dell Technologies ' DELL shipments declined to 9.8 million units from the year-ago quarter's 10.1 million units. HP and Dell Technologies had a market share of 20.7% and 14.3%, respectively. Apple AAPL, however, stole the spotlight with the highest growth among the top players. Its second-quarter shipments surged 21.6% year over year, reaching 6.2 million units. Apple ended the quarter with a market share of 9.1%. ASUS also stood out, growing shipments by more than 16.7% to capture a 7.2% market share. Meanwhile, smaller manufacturers categorized under 'Others' lost market share, indicating that market share is consolidating toward larger, more resilient players. What's Ahead for the PC Industry? The environment created by the newly introduced tariffs by the U.S. government has caused a new wave of uncertainty. The PC prices are expected to rise due to tariffs, however, some companies may still offer good deals to clear extra stock in their inventory. The AI PC market is another growth factor that can give a positive momentum to the entire PC shipment industry. Bottom Line In the second quarter of 2025, the PC market was mainly driven by refresh cycles, and commercial customers' upgrades to Windows 11. However, investors should expect heightened uncertainty as the effects of tariffs begin to bite, especially if inflation and macro risks escalate. Of the leading vendors, Dell sports a Zacks rank #1 (Strong Buy), HP and Apple carry a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) each, and Lenovo has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) at present. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. #1 Semiconductor Stock to Buy (Not NVDA) The incredible demand for data is fueling the market's next digital gold rush. As data centers continue to be built and constantly upgraded, the companies that provide the hardware for these behemoths will become the NVIDIAs of tomorrow. One under-the-radar chipmaker is uniquely positioned to take advantage of the next growth stage of this market. It specializes in semiconductor products that titans like NVIDIA don't build. It's just beginning to enter the spotlight, which is exactly where you want to be. See This Stock Now for Free >> Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Apple Inc. (AAPL): Free Stock Analysis Report HP Inc. (HPQ): Free Stock Analysis Report Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL): Free Stock Analysis Report Lenovo Group Ltd. (LNVGY): Free Stock Analysis Report
New Indian Express
10-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
HP launches Laser M300 printers
HP has launched the HP Laser M300 Series in India, a range of laser printers tailored for the needs of the country's SMBs, local businesses, and printing service shops. The series includes five models—Laser MFP 323sdnw, 323dnw, 323d, 303dw, and 303d. With print speeds of up to 30 pages per minute (A4) and automatic two-sided printing on all models, the series enables users to handle high-volume workloads with ease. The series uses advanced toner to deliver sharp black text and graphics, and support easy mobile printing through the HP Smart app, HP said. 'The HP Laser M300 Series is purpose-built to deliver fast, high-quality duplex printing with low maintenance, helping support businesses to grow and be resilient in India's dynamic business ecosystem,' said Satish Kumar, Senior Director India Market - Print Category, HP Inc.
