Facebook May Thwart Location-Based Social Network Growth
2009-12-18 15:40:00 There is so much activity in the location-based social network space with even Facebook and Twitter jumping into the fray. Companies like Foursquare, Gowalla and Brightkite are getting a lot of attention with successful rounds of funding added to their coffers.
Top Ten Companies Harnessing "The Wisdom Of The Clouds"
2009-12-18 00:45:00 Companies and research firms may eventually transition most of their high-level computing tasks to a global network of servers known as "clouds." This top ten list notes the pioneers who are positioned to dominate that field.
Social Media Makes "Mr.Splashypants" Internet Famous!
2009-12-17 15:55:00 In a very humorous rapid-fire delivery on YouTube, Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of the popular social voting news Web site Reddit tells a story how one humpback whale became Internet famous. See how "Greenpeace," became the Captain Ahab in pursuit of a new name for Moby Dick on the Social Media High Seas!
Motorized Knee For The Bionic Jogger
2009-12-17 03:00:00 For those that just can't muster all the power and energy they need to run or jog, a group of Japanese researchers is working on a motorized knee.
Top Ten Graphic Novels On Kindle
2009-12-16 20:54:00 With the accessibility of Kindle and eBook reading devices, our readership habits have changed measurably over the last few years. Many of us are returning to the types of fiction we read as kids. Comic books are becoming popular again. And for those that like extended version of comics, the graphic novel may be more to your liking. If so, you're in luck as that genre has found a new home on Kindle, just in time for the holiday season.
The Omnipotent, Omniscient & Ubiquitous Google Continues To Up Ante
2009-12-15 16:11:00 'To Google' has become the universal generic term, meaning "to search." In the last 70 days there has been 38 new products added to the Search King's arsenal of tools. Even with Bing's 100 million advertising campaign, nothing seems to be able to impede the Google machine or crack a chink in its fortified armor. Today, with approximately 70 percent domination of the global search market, the omnipotent, omniscient, omnivorous and ubiquitous Google keeps upping the ante to stay on top of the search engine game. And here is why...
5 Hot Beauty Gadgets For Women Over 40
2009-12-14 23:29:00 ... If money and time were no problem (and when are they not problems?), we would get professional treatments to keep looking our best.... But thanks to technology we can use modified professional gadgets at home. These five beauty gadgets are my picks for function and reliability. They make dynamite gifts.
Twitsnaps APP Contest Awards $20 To First 100 Users
2009-12-14 16:01:00 Time Sensitive - Act today. The first 100 users to download the Twitsnaps iPhone application will win $20. Anyone can participate. All you have to do is download the iPhone app and upload 5 or more photographs on Twitsnaps.
Tweets of Shame Can Taint Real-Time Search
2009-12-14 15:06:00 Before social networking, hacking was confined to one's personal computer. Now in addition to having your hardware violated, social media hacking is attacking one's personal dignity and broadcasting it to the world. And apparently the perpetrators are equal-opportunity hackers as anyone can find themselves at risk, whether you're a celebrity or a first time tweeter! But can this latest hacking tactic affect real-time search as well?
Can You Bank On Location-Based Social Networks,The Next $hiny Thing?
2009-12-13 16:55:00 Is the new shiny thing - Location-Based Social Networks (LBS)? A new wave of startups taking advantage of GPS technology,the ubiquity of smart phones and location-based attributes are growing exponentially and are gaining popularity not only with users but also with angel investors. Is banking on a LBS a sure bet?
Are Facebook Fan Pages, 'The Emperor Has No Clothes'?
2009-12-12 16:08:00 I'm told daily that its imperative that I set up a fan page on Facebook. Brands of all sizes have done so. Like Twitter, I know the number of one's followers can assist in spreading one's message virally. But isn't a fan page really just a puffed-up outlet for ego gratification and an opportunity to dupe ourselves and the public into believing that we get something out of renting a billboard on Facebook?
Death To Facebook By Seppukoo.com
2009-12-11 17:01:00 Impress your friends. Disconnect yourself. You are more than your virtual identity. So says a site calling itself Seppukoo.com which allows you to check out of Facebook by assisting with your online suicide.
Social Middleware to Block Social Networking On-the-job!
2009-12-10 14:55:00 Enterprise sites allow companies to establish micro social networks within their firms where employees can communicate with their peers, partners, clients and others selected. But what about access to Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook in the workplace?
Results of implementing a centenarian lifestyle in America
2009-11-06 00:06:00 In my previous post I discussed similarities found in individuals who reach the age of at least 100. These individuals studied have a great quality of life, as they are strong, healthy and happy. There are 4 key similarities between all of these Centenarians. The AARP along with Blue Zone decided to implement these 4 key elements into a city in the United States. The city is Albert Lee, Minnessota. They changed the environment of the city to make it easier for its citizens to lead a healthier lifestyle. They did numerous things to change the town: 1) They convinced restaurants in the town to offer healthier foods and smaller portions. Centenarians tend to eat less and eat mostly veggies.2)...
Gizmodo Gallery Gives Geeks Gadget Goosebumps
2009-09-24 03:28:00 Gizmodo, the Internet's premiere gadget guide is hosting the second annual Gizmodo Gallery. The gallery, which opened today in New York City and closes September 27, is totally interactive, but it's not online. It's live! And its collection of one-of-a-kind original gadgets are every geek's wet dream.
7 Modern Animal Figurines Have Fans, If Not Collectors!
2009-09-23 23:59:00 These animal figurines are metal-crafted sculptures that are real breeze-making fans, the kind that won't stick out of your decor like you took them home from the office.
Swift.fm Offers Swifter Music Sharing On Twitter
2009-09-23 23:01:00 Do you share music via Twitter? Want more flexibility and functionality in how you share your music with your Twitter followers? Swift.fm can turn your MP3s into a custom radio station for your tweeps, and swiftlisting is reciprocal.
Ashton Kutcher, King Of All Social Media!
2009-09-23 18:12:00 A battle with CNN proved he was 'King of the Hill' on Twitter (with now over 3.6 million followers), and an updated version of 'Candid Camera' called 'Punk'd," were some of the initiatives Ashton Kutcher accomplished after starting his own social media company called "Katalyst Media."
Foursquare & Crowd-Sourced Evangelists Tweak Loyalty Marketing
2009-09-22 20:02:00 Many brands are trying to harness the power of social media for monetization purposes. Traditional marketing, by itself can no longer achieve the levels of success it reached in the past. However when combining both old and new school, one could benefit from the synergies that are created, and Foursquare is positioning itself to do just that.
HP Takes Picture Frames to the Next Level with Dreamscreen
2009-09-22 00:00:00 Part picture frame, part home theater system, the new Dreamscreens from HP are one of the coolest accessories ever to grace your fireplace mantel.
'Twitter Wit' Is The New Algonquin Roundtable
2009-09-21 17:57:00 Endorsed with a foreword by Biz Stone, Twitter Wit is the new Harper Collins collection of "the funniest tweets of all time." Satiric humor in 140 characters or less includes one-liners from some of the Twitterati's most famous wordsmiths including Stephen Colbert, Sarah Silverman, Stephen Fry in addition to many more unknown would-be humorists.
Could The Fiefdom Of Foursquare Become The New Twittersphere?
2009-09-20 22:21:00 Many people have been talking about the next Google (including myself) for the last ten years. Yet they still remain king of the hill. Similarly isn't it daunting to think that in a little over 3 years the microblogging darling of the investment world recently valued at one billion dollars could possibly be supplanted by a location-based game, the likes of Foursquare? Yet, there are those that have jumped on that band wagon.
Google's Desktop Search To Synch With Mobiles, But When?
2009-09-20 15:45:00 Mobile Search is growing faster than Desktop Search and in some countries its the primary means for people to search today. However when originating a search at home or in office wouldn't it be great if you could transfer that search query to your mobile to obtain updates when you're on the go?
Could Tag Technology Replace Google Search?
2009-09-19 16:06:00 There are several stand-alone augmented reality apps that have been developed for our mobiles, but similar to our cellphone being Internet-enabled, when will technology advance our smartphones to become totally integrated with Augmented reality? Is Tag Technology the answer?
OnePure Halal Skin Care Line For Muslim Women
2009-09-19 12:00:00 For Muslims who follow the code of Halal, it can be a challenge to find skin care products or cosmetics that don't violate the principles of the Koran. Now, there is a complete line available ideal for Muslim women who want to pamper themselves with high-end products.
FINIS SwiMP3 Underwater MP3 Player Rattles Your Skull
2009-09-18 23:00:00 Using bone condution, the latest FINIS SwiMP3 is a waterproof MP3 player that offers superior sound.
Bing Mobile Seeks Coup D'Etat!
2009-09-18 16:53:00 While Google's hold on "traditional" search on PCs far exceeds its competition, Microsoft is hoping its new search engine, Bing will soon dominate the burgeoning marketplace of mobile search. Can the little-engine-that-could score a coup d'etat?
USB Mosquito Repellant Great for Backcountry Nerds
2009-09-18 03:00:00 You already use all sorts of USB devices. Why not repel mosquitoes with one?
TV Outdoors: SunBrite Weatherproof TV
2009-09-18 00:00:00 The SunBrite Weatherproof TV has nearly every feature you'd need to enjoy quality television outside. So you can get some fresh air without really lifting a finger.
TV's Going To Pot - Cannabis Planet Launches!
2009-09-17 19:41:00 When someone tells you that TV is "going to pot," you can now take them literally, because "all things marijuana" has found a TV channel it can call its own! It's the latest in a new wave of niche marketing where TV programming is devoted to one topic!
Habitat Turning Hashtag Spam Into 'Green Eggs & Ham'?
2009-09-16 19:09:00 The power of social media and real-time search can turn on anyone in a moment's notice when misconduct online takes the spotlight. As evidenced recently by Kanye West, Joe Wilson, United Airlines and countless others, there are no "get out of jail free cards," when individuals and brands misbehave badly. The immediacy and the transparency of social media will catch you every time.
Conviction Restaurant: A Business Based On Crime
2009-09-16 03:19:00 You might have seen the show Conviction Restaurant which aired for the first time this week. From a business stand point, the owners of this restaurant are doing something quite risky. Keep reading to find out how this unique restaurant works, and share your feedback on what you'd think of going into a restaurant with a staff like this.
Oh What Fun It Used To Be To Take A Shower
2009-09-15 19:28:00 Remember how much you enjoyed Christmas, until you learned that Santa was really your parents? Or how much you loved swimming in the ocean, until you saw the movie Jaws? Well, this news may hit you in much the same way....
"Heil Hitler Kanye West" Lambasted Via YouTube, Twitter & Obama!
2009-09-15 18:20:00 When even Hitler disses Kanye West, its fairly obvious that his rabid outburst at MTV's Video Music Awards was as low rank as one could get. Getting chastised by the entire World Wide Web is not an easy task, but apparently a challenge Mr. West thought he was up for!
Plum Crazy About Social Networking!
2009-09-15 15:04:00 How does a social network that has been around since 2006, with limited social media cred make an impact in today's Web 2.0 world? Well, perhaps if a well known mobile phone company with the resources of Nokia was will willing to invest in it!
Mavic Magnetic Bicycle Pedals
2009-09-14 22:00:00 Mavic's EZ-Ride Evolve pedal system uses magnets to help keep your feet properly aligned while allowing for seamless entry and exit. These could be a good choice for those that aren't quite sold on platform or clipless pedals.
NEW Mafia Wars -The Lehman Family vs The Bear Stearns Family!
2009-09-14 00:53:00 While the widely popular Mafia Wars is chewing up the digital landscape by trying to recruit everyone on Twitter one tweet at a time, there are two other nefarious families making the social networking scene. These families, just as ruthless and similar in style to the mafioso have the makings for a great new Mafia Wars game.
Joe "You Lie" Wilson Under A DDoS Attack!
2009-09-13 19:30:00 "Sticks and stones may break my bones," but will "name calling" define Joe Wilson? This South Carolina's congressman knows how to call presidents liars but does he know how to defend himself against a DDoS (distributed denial of service) attack?
Top Ten Augmented Reality Devices
2009-09-13 14:15:00 Worlds Collide with the introduction of Augmented Reality. Now the latest craze for smartphones, PCs, camera, GPS systems and even eye-wear, AR merges our virtual and real worlds. Its initiated by technology that takes your existing environment and provides an overlay of extra data and information about the things you are viewing. Now us mere mortals can have some of the superpowers we thought were exclusive to the Bionic Man and the Terminator!
The Interactive Cat Pedicure By The EmeryCat? Board
2009-09-13 03:14:00 A cat pedicure is just the thing for indoor cats, but with the new EmeryCat, you don't have to face a torrent of screams and hisses to clip and sand your cats' nails. Your cat does his own pedicure with this interactive EmeryCat board.
Conceptual Sports Watch
2009-09-12 18:00:00 Far better looking than almost every sports watch actually on the market, this concept would be a great addition to your equipment bag.
Webcycle Makes Internet Users Work Out
2009-09-12 04:00:00 The Webcycle makes exercise a mandatory part of surfing the Internet. The faster you pedal, the faster your application runs.
Joe Bike Cash For Clunkers: Trade Your Old Car For 2-Wheeled Transportation
2009-09-12 03:04:00 The cash for clunkers program was extremely popular when it launched in the US, and while it encouraged drivers to trade in an old inefficient vehicle for one a little more environmentally friendly, there's a new company on our radar that takes the concept to the next level.
Mobile Movie Apps Only Lack the Popcorn!
2009-09-11 23:14:00 There's been a lot of talk about the Twitter Effect making or breaking movies. Movie makers like Tim Burton are also using social networks to promote movies like Alice in Wonderland while they are still in production. Now mobile apps have become the latest trend used by movie studios to grab the attention of prospective movie-goers in advance of a movie's release.
Rain Boots & Dog Rescue? däv® And The Dog Whisperer
2009-09-11 05:29:00 Who says you can't get some cool duds and donate money to a great charity too? Gals... Here's a chance to get the most dynamite rainwear ever, and fund some really needy dog shelters, without spending an extra dime. Guys... Just get her shoe size....
Twihotels Helps Guests Book & Hoteliers Sell Hotel Rooms
2009-09-09 23:52:00 Twihotels, the unique Twitter app that offers post-your-hotel-queries in a tweet format has expanded their hotel solutions for both hoteliers and hotel guests. Known as the first social networking hotel-finder, Twihotels is already enhancing their feature offerings after their recent debut launch in August.
'The Good Web' Uses Social Media To Advance Causes
2009-09-09 12:27:00 Something is afoot when people begin to distinguish something that is familiar as 'good.' Not inferring that everything that went before it was 'bad,' "The Good Web" looks at the Internet and Social Media with new eyes and places value on using the tools of the Digital Age to create a groundswell of activation for causes.
Airline Seating Follows Airline Food... Bye Bye!
2009-09-09 03:59:00 Interior designers in the airline industry are clearly charged to create seating designs that work... for the airlines. Pack 'em in must be the industry's motto now, as designers create drawings of face to face seating (a là city bus), stand-up seating (a là torture chamber), and stacked seating (a là someone sits in the luggage rack).
This Shower Seat Stayed In School!
2009-09-09 00:44:00 ... Sure, you can buy about 10 plastic patio tables for the cost... but the Teak Shower Seat is so much smarter. It stayed in school until it was ready to do the job.
10 Tips for Breathing Easy this Fall
2009-09-08 23:39:00 Fall is right around the corner and allergens are in full force! Pollen, ragweed, and mold are still taking their toll on allergy sufferers. These are harmless substances for most; but for some they take the enjoyment out of Fall. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, roughly 20% of Americans suffer from allergies and another 20% suffer from hypersensitivities to food, environmental substances, or stimuli. |
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