Paul and Rebecca here. It's obviously with great sadness, but also deep gratitude, that we bring you this issue of Consumer Electronics Daily as our last. Industry challenges over recent years have rendered Consumer Electronics Daily no longer economically viable.

To say that a lot has changed in the tech world in the 21 years since Consumer Electronics Daily launched Oct. 16, 2001, would be understatement at its best. One of the most profound changes has been a shift from bulky entertainment playback devices to an internet-powered, software-based world with virtual players and streamed content.