What are examples of products in each of the product life cycle stages?
3D Televisions: 3D may have been around for a few decades, but only after considerable investment from broadcasters and technology companies are 3D TVs available for the home, providing a good example of a product that is in the Introduction Stage.
Blue Ray Players: With advanced technology delivering the very best viewing experience, Blue Ray equipment is currently enjoying the steady increase in sales that's typical of the Growth Stage.
DVD Players: Introduced a number of years ago, manufacturers that make DVDs, and the equipment needed to play them, have established a strong market share. However, they still have to deal with the challenges from other technologies that are characteristic of the Maturity Stage.
Video Recorders: While it is still possible to purchase VCRs this is a product that is definitely in the Decline Stage, as it's become easier and cheaper for consumers to switch to the other, more modern formats.