Earphone Market – Drivers & Restraints, Market Segmentation, Region-wise Outlook and Key Players 2023

Earphones are a pair of small hearing devices that are designed to be fitted in a user’s ears, facing the ear canal. They are electroacoustic transducers through which the electrical signal is converted into a corresponding sound. They are typically designed to enable a single user to listen to an audio privately, unlike the loudspeakers, which produces sound in open air, for anyone to hear nearby.

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Earphones are portable device and are convenient, however some people consider them uncomfortable and prone to falling out. The earphones consist of separate units that are plugged into the ear canal of the users. In the terms of telecommunication, a headset is a combination of earphone/headphone and microphone. They either connect directly to an audio amplifier, CD player, radio, portable media player, mobile phone, electronic musical instrument, video game consoles or use wireless bluetooth technology. Earphone consists of different audio imitation quality capabilities. The headsets used for telephone cannot reproduce sound with highly reliable expensive units that are designed for listening music.

Using earphones at a high volume level may lead to permanent or temporary hearing damage or deafness. The sound volume has to compete with nearby background noise, especially in places such as subway, railway stations, aircraft, as well as in large crowds. Some portable music devices manufacturers have tried to introduce safety circuits in order to limit the output volume and warn the user when the volume used is at dangerous level. However, this concept has been rejected by majority of public who favor their personal choice of volume.

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Earphones exhibit high consumer adoption rate during workouts, travelling, etc. which has escalated their demand in the recent years. Other factors such as rising disposable income, products integrated with enhanced noise annulment capabilities may swell the earphones market demand during the forecast period. Further, earphone market is composed for high growth owing to its short replacement cycle, which is attributed to growing consumer needs, functionalities and loss or damage. The use of portable music systems, such as tablets, smartphones and handheld music players, is significantly growing in the market which in turn, is driving the market for earphones currently. In the recent years, various technological advancements in earphones have led to minimizing of the overall size and weight of earphones.

The key developments in wireless technologies such as bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Infrared (IR) and SKAA are expected to further increase the growth of the earphone market. The demand for earphones is strong in corporate sector, mainly in the expanding call center industry. The growing adoption of VOIP services for video conferencing is also behind the increasing demand for earphones from the corporate sector. Proliferation of various e-commerce websites, along with competitive pricing is further anticipated to swell the sales of earphones via online store during the coming years.

The major participants in the global earphone marketinclude companies such as JVC Corporation, Sony Corporation, Sennheiser Electronic GmbH & Co. KG, Bose Corporation, Apple Inc., Harman International Industries, GN Netcom A/S (Jabra), Plantronics Pty Ltd., Audio-Technica Corporation, and Philips Electronics Ltd.

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3D Cameras Market – Growth, Demand and Key Players to 2023

3D cameras enable photographers to capture images that create a depth illusion in 2D photographs, enhancing the visual appeal of the photograph. Incorporation of 3D technology in video cameras is, of course, not a novel concept and has been a mainstay in the entertainment industry for many years. 3D videos allow viewers to immerse themselves into the on-screen action much more naturally than with 2D footage. 3D still cameras are a relatively more recent innovation and took much more time to take off commercially, only becoming a commercial hit around the turn of the ongoing decade. However, 3D cameras are now steadily rising in demand.

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Stereo camera technology is a popular method of getting 3D still photographs. Stereo 3D cameras work by utilizing two camera lenses instead of the one that defines the current paradigm of cameras. This allows the camera to function like a pair of human eyes and thus provide depth perception to the photo. The global 3D cameras market is primarily propelled by the enhanced visual appeal 3D cameras provide and the rapid rate of innovation in the industry.

Global 3D Cameras Market: Drivers and Restraints

The rising popularity of 3D content is the primary factor propelling the global 3D cameras market. The engaging nature of 3D photography is becoming increasingly commercially lucrative in the modern market, with many publications trying to boost their user reach through the use of 3D photography. This will be a strong factor boosting the demand for 3D cameras in the coming years. The growing demand for 3D TVs is also a major factor driving the demand for 3D cameras.

The relatively easy incorporation of 3D cameras in smartphones is another factor expected to drive the global 3D cameras market in the coming years. Due to the ease of carrying a smartphone with an advanced camera instead of a bulky and expensive SLR camera, many amateur photographers are starting to choose mobile phones for photography over SLRs. Smartphone manufacturers, recognizing the popularity of mobile photography, are expected to incorporate 3D cameras as a USP in the coming years.

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The rising popularity of high-end smartphones in the increasingly urbanized economies in Asia Pacific and the Middle East will thus boost the global 3D cameras market significantly. From the point of view of 3D camera manufacturers, smartphones are the cheapest vehicle for 3D cameras to make a commercial impact, which will ensure rising usage of 3D camera technology in smartphone cameras.

The rising use of 3D cameras in home automation and security technologies is also a major factor driving the global 3D cameras market. 3D cameras provide higher precision in security videos, which is naturally a sought-after attribute. Rise in the demand for 3D scanning is also helpful for the global 3D cameras market.

On the other hand, the major restraint on the global 3D cameras market is the high price of devices that incorporate them. In spite of the growing purchasing power of consumers in developing regions, the 3D cameras market is still largely restricted to developed regions such as North America and Europe. Ongoing technical innovation will help the 3D cameras industry ameliorate this concern, as will efforts by 3D camera manufacturers to expand their distribution network in emerging economies.

Global 3D Cameras Market: Regional and Competitive Dynamics

The global 3D cameras market is dominated at present, as mentioned, by North America and Europe. Major companies in the 3D cameras market, such as Nikon, Canon, GoPro, Kodak, Panasonic, Sony Electronics, and LG all have well-established sales networks in these regions, in addition to advanced R&D facilities. The future of the 3D cameras market, though, is expected to be dominated by Asia Pacific, as the region contains many dynamic economies that are exhibiting increasing financial clout.

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Automotive Steering Systems Market: Consumer Preference for Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering taking Market to US$39.1 bn by 2021

A new Transparency Market Research report states that the global automotive steering systems market stood at US$24.5 bn in 2014 and is expected to reach US$39.1 bn by 2021. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 6.20% from 2015 to 2021. The title of the report is “Automotive Steering Systems Market – Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2015 – 2021”.

 

As per the report, the market for automotive steering systems is majorly fuelled by the rising demand from the automotive sector in developing markets and the growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles. In addition, factors such as the rising vehicle production globally and the growing demand for easy vehicle maneuverability have also resulted in the growth of the companies operating in the market for automotive steering systems. Furthermore, the soaring prices of fuel have resulted in a growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles from consumers, thus augmenting the demand for hydraulic power steering as well as electro-hydraulic power steering systems. This is further having a positive impact on the market for automotive steering systems. On the other hand, factors such as the requirement for huge capital investments for carrying on research and development activities in automotive steering systems may reduce their demand in forthcoming years.

The report segments the market on the basis of vehicle type, type of steering, and geography.On the basis of vehicle type, the automotive steering systems market is segmented into light commercial vehicles (LCV), heavy commercial vehicles (HCV), and passenger vehicles. Out of these, the passenger vehicle segment is fuelled by their rising demand in the developing economies of India, Japan, and China. In terms of types of steering, the market is segmented into hydraulic power steering, electro-hydraulic power steering, and electronic power steering. Electronic power steering is much easier to operate and offers enhanced mileage in comparison to the segment of hydraulic power steering. However, the segment of electro-hydraulic power steering is poised to witness the highest demand owing to the presence of the favorable qualities of both electronic power steering and hydraulic power steering in this segment.

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On the basis of geography, the market is segmented into Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World (RoW). Amongst these, on the basis of revenue, the Europe market led the market in 2014 and was trailed by North America. However, the automotive steering systems markets in these two regions will witness slow growth in the forecast horizon owing to impending market maturity here.

The top players operating in the market are Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Japan), ZF Friedrichshafen Manufacturing Company (Germany), Hyundai Mobis Co. Ltd (South Korea), TRW Automotive Holdings (U.S.), Sona Koyo Steering Systems Ltd (India), JTEKT Corporation (Japan), Robert Bosch Automotive Steering GmbH (Germany), Nexteer Automotive (U.S.), China Automotive Systems Inc. (China), and ThyssenKrupp Presta AG Aktiengesellschaft (U.S.), among others, as per this research report.

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Connected Living Room Market – Forecast on Market Dynamics, Emerging Trends, Growth Factors

The nascent but rapidly expanding global market forconnected living room is highly competitive owing to the presence of large multinational electronics manufacturers such as Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Seimens AG, Eaton Corporation, Rockwell Automation Inc., Schneider Electric SE, and General Electric. The market also features several network providers, which are making strides to position themselves as the de facto service providers in the connected living room space, and core M2M vendors. There are no clear leaders as the market is highly dynamic in terms of technological advancements and launch of new products.

In the next few years, the market will become more competitive as technology giants will foray into this budding industry with the help of their applications, products, and services, says Transparency Market Research in a recent report examining the global connected living room market. This niche segment of the all-encompassing Internet of Things (IoT) phenomenon is expected to expand at a promising 7.3% CAGR over the period between 2016 and 2024. The market, as a result, is expected to rise from US$518.92 bn in 2015 to US$984.51 bn by 2024.

Of the key components used in connected living rooms, the segments of sensors and communication devices held significant share in the market and are expected to retain dominance over the forecast period as well. In terms of revenue, the regional market in North America dominated, accounting for over 36% of the global connected living room market in 2015. The region was followed by Europe.

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Rising Influx of Advanced Products at Competitive Prices to Fuel Global Demand

The global market for connected living rooms is chiefly driven by factors such as the vast rise in digitization of a vast set of processes and operations undertaken in everyday lives, rising influx of latest home infotainment devices with better resolution and competitive pricing, and advancements in the technology needed to enable connectivity between several varieties of electronic devices.

Increased affordability of the relatively higher priced devices equipped with M2M connectivity and improved standards of living, especially across developing economies. Attempts by government bodies to encourage the proliferation of digital technologies and applications as a way to improve governance of a nation and societal well-being are also making consumers more open to adopting smart devices for everyday purposes. These factors are expected to collectively drive the market for connected living rooms over the forecast period.

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Compatibility Issues and Lack of Awareness among Consumers to Limit Uptake

Although the overall growth prospects of the global connected living room market are favorable, factors such as lack of awareness among consumers about the energy efficiency-related benefits of connected rooms and compatibility issues of components could pose challenges to market’s growth. Connected living rooms typically utilize a variety of digital and electronic components such as lighting controls, security systems, and entertainment devices, which make use of different types of communication links.

Incompatibility of some communication links with advanced devices in a connected living room could lead to complications. Such compatibility issues may lead to the need for replacing older devices with advanced versions, leading to overhead costs thus refraining cost-sensitive consumers from investing in connected living rooms to a certain extent. Lack of awareness among consumers is another key factor expected to hamper the widespread usage of connected systems such as lighting control products. Lighting control products are not yet mainstream in many developing countries and misconception of high installation costs is posing further challenges to prospects of adoption among consumers.

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Surface Mount Switch Market – Segmentation, Market Players, Trends 2024

The global surface mount switch market features a largely fragmented competitive landscape, wherein the top five companies accounted for nearly 46% of the overall market in 2015, observes a recent report by Transparency Market Research (TMR). These top companies, namely Omron Corporation, NKK Switches Co. Ltd, E-Switch Inc., Grayhill Inc., and C&K Components, have adopted the course of strategies such as expansion of production units, product innovation, and acquisitions and mergers to stay ahead of the competition.

Owing to the rapid development of the global surface mount switch market, a number of new players have forayed into the market by acquiring niche product manufacturers. A number of existing players have also entered into strategic collaborations or have acquired smaller firms to make the most of the existing growth opportunities and remain competitive in the market. This has enhanced the capital base for companies, enabling them to invest higher amounts in research and development activities and strengthen their hold on the market.

 

Most of the key manufacturers of surface mount switches are located in Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe. This has limited the potential of the market from reaching regions such as Latin America and Africa. This could be a viable incremental growth opportunity for new entrants, especially in Latin America, wherein the flourishing telecommunication sector will lead to a vast rise in demand for a variety of electronics components in the next few years.

Growth in Key End-use Sectors to Keep Demand across Asia Pacific Strong

According to TMR, the global surface mount switch market was valued at US$2650.0 mn in 2015 and is expected to reach US$5860.0 mn in terms of revenue by 2024, exhibiting at a CAGR of 8.5% from 2016 to 2024. In terms of product variety, the segment of ultra-miniature surface mount toggle switch presently constitutes the bulk of market’s overall revenue and is expected to exhibit strong growth over the forecast period as well. Geographically, strong growth in industries such as automotive, electronics, and telecommunication, the Asia Pacific market is expected to remain dominant throughout the forecast period.

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Rising Demand for Electronics Goods to Help Market Retain Healthy Growth

The vast rise in the global consumption of electronics goods such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and laptops has been one of the key drivers of the global surface mount switches and will continue to have a strong impact on the market’s future growth prospects. The electronics goods industry consumes vast volumes of electronics hardware that utilize the extensive usage of surface mount technology.

The use of surface mount switches instead of through-hole devices grants the hardware an improved level of mechanization and also significantly reduced the cost of manufacturing. The potential rise in adoption of surface mount switches across the electronics goods industry owing to these factors will have a significant positive impact on the overall development of the market in the next few years.

Higher Costs and Relative Unsuitability for Mechanical Stresses to Hinder Market Growth

On account of the small size, better performance, and cost effectiveness of surface mount switches, when the overall cost of the end-product is considered, have led to their increased usage across a number of application areas; analysts have estimated that surface mounted switches are replacing through-hole switches in about 90% of new-age electronic hardware.

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However, surface mount switches are comparatively costlier than through-hole switches.  Also, surface mount switches face limited competency when subjected to special electrical, mechanical, and thermal conditions, making through-hole switches relevant to a wide range of applications and for a number of cost-sensitive end-product varieties. Moreover, electromechanical surface mount RF switches are known to have lower operating lifetimes than solid state switches.

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Electronic Scrap Recycling Market – Industry Shares, Market Strategies And Key Players

According to a new market report published by Transparency Market Research “Electronic Scrap Recycling Market – Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2015 – 2022”, the global electronic scrap recycling market was worth US$ 11.03 Bn in 2014 and is expected to reach US$ 34.32 Bn by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 15.7% from 2015 to 2022. Europe was the largest market for electronic scrap recycling in 2014. Growth in this region is expected to be driven by stringent government regulations and huge profits generated through the recovery of precious metals from electronic scrap.

 

Owing to the wide availability of electronic scrap and the rising global volume of scrap electronic products, a trend of focus on increasing electronic scrap recycling capacity by smelting and refining companies has been observed in various regions worldwide. The importance of electronic scrap is on the rise in response to changes in consumer patterns and advancements in the technology of electronic devices. This has resulted in the generation of huge quantities of e-waste that need to be managed and processed. The traditional means of handling of this e-waste, including disposal in landfills, exporting overseas, and combustion in incinerators are prohibited due to legislation designed to prevent environmental pollution. Moreover, the presence of ferrous, non-ferrous, and precious metals makes electronic scrap recycling economically attractive. For all these reasons, smelting and refining companies such as Boliden Group and Umicore N.V., Mitsubishi Materials USA Corporation lay emphasis on increasing electronic scrap processing capacity. To this end, in June 2015 Mitsubishi Materials Corporation expanded the Naoshima Smelter and Refinery’s electronic scrap receiving and processing capacity to about 110,000 tons per year (an annual increase of 30,000 tons over current capacity). Likewise in June 2012, Boliden Group increased the electronic scrap recycling capacity from 45,000 to 120,000 tons per year at its Rönnskär smelting facility.

With advancements in technology, the demand for electronic and electrical equipment has risen dramatically. Persistent innovations on electronic and electrical technologies have further shortened the use-life of electronic and electrical products. This has enhanced the generation of e-waste or waste from electronic and electrical equipment. E-waste primarily comprises laptops, computers, mobile phones, television sets, and other electrical or electronic household appliances.

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According to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), around 20 million to 50 million tons of e-waste are generated every year globally and volumes are increasing three-folds faster than other forms of municipal wastes. This is primarily fuelled by expanding markets and rapid product innovations such as the switch from analog to digital technologies. The global production of e-waste is increasing rapidly and is expected to pick up pace in coming years. E-waste is considered to be hazardous; therefore it should be managed and processed carefully. Additionally, the presence of various precious metals such as gold, silver, palladium, tantalum, and gallium makes e-waste attractive for recycling. Thus, most companies in the field are either entering into the electronic recycling business or expanding the recycling capacity at their smelting and refining facilities. For instance in June 2012, Boliden Group started a new electronic recycling facility at the Rönnskär copper smelter. The company has increased the smelter’s capacity from 45,000 tons to 120,000 tons per year.

The recycling of e-waste for the recovery of various metals is important from the standpoint of saving energy. Moreover, the recycling of e-waste would also help in reducing the burden on mining ores for primary metals. For instance, electronic recycling helps in metals that require significant energy consumption for extraction and are seen in low concentrations in primary ores. More precisely, e-waste is a richer source of precious metals than their primary ores. The amount of gold recovered from one ton of e-waste from circuit boards of the computers is greater than that recovered from around 17 tons of gold ores.

The recovery of base metals such as copper, lead, and zinc and precious metals such as gold, silver and palladium plays an important role in recycling, e-waste management, sustainability, and resource conservation. Sustainable resource management demands the segregation of hazardous resources from e-waste and the maximum recovery of precious metals. Thus, the recycling of e-waste helps reduce pollution, conserve energy, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and conserve resources by extracting fewer raw materials from the earth’s crust. Due to all these advantages, the demand for electronic scrap recycling market is expected to soar significantly during the forecast period.

On the basis of metals extracted, the global electronic scrap recycling market is segmented into ferrous, non-ferrous and precious metals. In terms of volume, in 2014, ferrous metals were the major contributor in the market and accounted for around 40% of the overall electronic scrap recycling market. However, precious metals segment is expected to expand at a CAGR of 11.2% from 2015 to 2022.

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In terms of electronic scrap generation, the market is segmented into office, IT equipment, and handheld devices, large white goods, small household appliances, lighting and electric product and automotive components. In 2014, large white goods segment accounted for the largest volume share of around 50% of the overall electronic scrap generated, globally. However, small home appliances segment is expected to grow at fastest rate in terms of volume in the electronic scrap generation market during the forecast period from 2015 to 2022.

Geographically, Europe is the largest market for electronic scrap recycling globally and it is expected to maintain its dominant position throughout the forecast period. In 2014, Europe accounted for around 29% of the overall electronic scrap recycling market. However, Asia Pacific is expected to witness fastest growth during the forecast period. Asia Pacific, especially in terms of countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, and Singapore, offers several growth opportunities for the electronic scrap recycling market. China, South Korea, and Japan are the key markets in this region. Advancements in technology and rapid industrialization have led to the accretion of electrical and electronic waste in Asia Pacific, leading governments to pass certain regulations pertaining to electronic waste recycling. In addition to government policy impetus, increasing awareness of the hazardous effects on health and the environment, as well as the potential value of resources within e-waste also fueled the electronic scrap recycling market in this region

The global electronic scrap recycling market, in current situation shows the presence of key players including Boliden Group, Umicore N.V., Dowa Holdings Co., Ltd., Ultromex Ltd., LS-Nikko Copper Inc., Glencore Xstrata Plc, Enviro-Hub Holdings Ltd., Outotec Oyj, Mitsui & Co., Ltd., Mitsubishi Materials USA Corporation, MRP Company, Inc., Aurubis AG, and JX Nippon Mining and Metal Corporation, Electronic Recyclers International, Inc., Sims Metal Management Ltd., Stena Technoworld AB, Tetronics Ltd., and Global Electric Electronic Processing Inc.

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E Sim Card: A Revolutionary Stride In The Sim Market

The global market for E-SIM card is envisioned to witness the entry of several new players, thereby intensifying the level of competition in the near future, observes a recent report by Transparency Market Research. Some of the leading companies in the market are Telefonica S.A., Gemalto N.V., Apple Inc., Samsung, NTT DOCOMO Inc., Sierra Wireless Inc., ST Microelectronics, Giesecke & Devrient GmbH, Deutsche Telekom AG, and OT-Morpho.

The report states that the global E-SIM card market will exhibit an impressive CAGR of 13.5%, rising from a valuation of US$4,095.6 mn in 2016 to an opportunity of US$14,613.1 mn by 2025.

Europe Market Accounts for Dominant Share in Global Market

In terms of application, the segment of machine to machine led the global E-SIM market in terms of revenue contribution to the global market in 2016. While the segment is expected to retain its dominance over the forecast period as well, the segment of smartphones is projected to gather pace and account for a significant share of the overall market post 2019. The smartphone application segment is envisaged to exhibit a robust 26.3% CAGR from 2019 to 2025.

From a geographical standpoint, the E-SIM market in Europe accounted for the dominant share in the global market in 2016, with the North America market following, in terms of revenue contribution. The leading position of Europe in the global E-SIM market can be attributed to favorable government policies that have led to the swift uptake of automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies.

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Ease of Switching Mobile Network Operators in Real Time to Fuel Demand

A number of factors are contributing to the growth of the global E-SIM market, including the ability of E-SIMs to switch between network providers in real time Over the Air (OTA). This facility allows users to change their network providers at ease, thereby preventing consumers from incurring international roaming charges. This facility comes in handy especially when used in connected cars and smart meters where it helps reduce significant operational and logistics costs.

Other factors fueling the growth of the global E-SIM market include the standardized set of technical specifications for the E-SIM technology, which offers better security than conventional SIM cards. The technology has been standardized by Groupe Speciale Mobile Association and covers over 800 mobile operators across the globe. Moreover, the compact design of E-SIM proves beneficial for OEMs who can use the saved space to provide additional storage or increase the size of the battery in devices such as tablets and smartphones.

Automotive Industry to Provide Vast Growth Opportunities

The rising adoption of E-SIM in the automotive sector and in consumer electronics devices is one of the key growth opportunities in the global E-SIM market presently. The applications of E-SIMs in advanced vehicles are already vast and could grow with time. As a result, the automotive sector is expected to emerge as one of the most promising areas of application areas of E-SIM in the next few years, providing vendors in the market massive growth opportunities.

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However, one of the key challenges faced by the market is the plausible resistance shown by MNOs towards the adoption of E-SIM as it eliminates the need for the consumer to visit the physical stores of network providers. This has the capacity of enhancing consumer’s bargaining power in a way, adds one of the authors of the study.

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