The days of traditional advertising being separated from digital advertising are behind us… at least they should be. Today and into the future, the right message format should include a combination model between traditional and digital. More people everyday are embracing a multi-screen entertainment model. They aren’t just watching television. They’re posting about it in… Continue reading The multi-screen generation needs a better advertising model
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8 geeky shows that captured our hearts
Whether you are an open and proud geek or just getting in touch with your inner nerd, this list of TV shows has something for everyone to love. If you’re looking for shows to tickle your geek fancy, these eight shows will do the trick. Big Bang Theory This is a show about four… Continue reading 8 geeky shows that captured our hearts
Confessions of a binge viewer: how technology took the cliffhanger waiting period away
I can’t wait until House of Cards, Netflix’ award-winning series, comes to an end. When the final season is announced and the final episode approaches, I’ll begin watching the series. At this point, I know nothing about it other than it stars Kevin Spacey and has received unexpected praise from critics and viewers alike. I… Continue reading Confessions of a binge viewer: how technology took the cliffhanger waiting period away
YouTube introduces paid subscription channels
It’s no secret that YouTube is working to become a major player in the media-streaming business. Having already succeeded in becoming the world’s largest video-sharing website, they intend to turn themselves into complete video delivery platform. YouTube already has a pay-per-view service that allows users to rent movies and television shows. Now they’re delving into… Continue reading YouTube introduces paid subscription channels
Facebook has 1.11 billion monthly active users
We all knew Facebook was huge. We all knew that a ton of people use Facebook on a regular basis. Now we know the true numbers from Q1 2013 and they’re probably bigger than you might have expected. According to their public results release, Facebook had 1.11 billion monthly active users as of the end… Continue reading Facebook has 1.11 billion monthly active users
Internet TV is our (near) future
Television is one of the most popular forms of entertainment in the world, if not the most popular. Billions of hours of television are watched around the world every day. However, as much as people love television, they don’t love how complex and inconvenient the linear television experience is. People’s favorite shows and movies are… Continue reading Internet TV is our (near) future
Best tech April Fool’s Day jokes of 2013
April Fool’s Day is pretty annoying for the unprepared. The flood gates of false announcements, buyouts, and new products fill the feeds and often get people excited or discouraged until they remember the date. It gets bigger every year. Some companies such as Google play multiple tricks on people. Others do even worse – making… Continue reading Best tech April Fool’s Day jokes of 2013
10 apps to make you a genius
Ever get the urge to learn something new? Well you aren’t going to become a genius by sitting around watching TV. You could, however, boost your brain power by sitting around playing with your mobile device. Download some of these apps to take your brain one step closer to genius level. 10. Atavist: Taking… Continue reading 10 apps to make you a genius
Game of Thrones intro re-imagined in 1995 is absolutely brilliant
There are many videos, both parodies and serious ones, that give a particular angle or treatment to the exceedingly-popular HBO series, Game of Thrones. As the start of season three nears, we’ve already broken down the real trailer, laughed at the mashup with The Princess Bride, and been blown away by the stunning Minecraft treatment.… Continue reading Game of Thrones intro re-imagined in 1995 is absolutely brilliant
Microsoft is naive if they really believe these technologies will connect families
The technology that Microsoft has been envisioning for the future is astounding, realistic, and will give us the opportunity to be more productive. That much is true. What’s not true is that they say these technologies will help bring families together. Judging by the recent history of technological advances, that’s the exact opposite effect of… Continue reading Microsoft is naive if they really believe these technologies will connect families