Firms can increase the demand for their products and consolidate their market power not only by increasing user utility but also by decreasing non-user utility. In this paper, we examine this mechanism by considering the case of smartphones. In particular, Apple has faced criticism for allegedly...

Purpose - This study tries to explain the customer adoption of smartwatches by considering the perceived benefits and perceived costs. Through this study, the authors aim to determine the factors affecting behavioural intentions towards smartwatches. Design/methodology/approach - The authors...