Description: Three Tech Crunch Writers get together and discuss the week’s hot tech topics including stories on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat. Source: Tech Crunch Date: December , 2013 The launch of Instagram’s first ever messaging feature called Instagram Direct and the impressive new usage figures announced by Instagram CEO Kevin Systrom, Twitter changing how its… Read more »
Posts Categorized: user habits
Xbox or PS4? Maybe that’s the wrong question
Description: With the holidays approaching, many have one of the new game consoles on their list. But which one is right for you? Source: CNET Date: November 21, 2013 With the release of the new Xbox One and PlayStation 4, it’s natural to pit the rivals against each other and compare features, prices, and games…. Read more »
Canadian Agency Launches Viral Video for View-Buying Service
Description: Canadian company John St. has created a viral video about viral videos. The video outlines their fake company “buyral” which supposedly incorporates a system of employed “clickers” who are hired to simply give your video views, and in turn, make your video go viral. Source: TechVibes Date: November 6th, 2013 Toronto-based agency John St. is creating buzz… Read more »
Victoria Start-up “BackyardBC” Finds New Way to Promote Tourism in Province
Description: Tourism in BC has been on the decline for the last 10 years. This new start-up “BackyardBC” hopes to turn things around by offering a one-stop shop for discounted rates on hotels and resorts to locals all over the province. Source: Techvibes Date: November 8, 2013 The amount of international visitors to the province of… Read more »
Runners turn to GPS watches to track results
Description: Many tech-savvy runners are turning to GPS watches to track key data, such as altitude and heart rate. This watch also tracks things such as calorie consumption and approaching terrain. Source: CTV News Date: October 8, 2013 Running is arguably the most popular form of exercise, with essential gear consisting of just two feet and… Read more »
Microsoft Reportedly Wants to Replace the Cookie
Description: Microsoft is working on a tracking technology that would extend to mobile devices and gaming consoles, says AdAge. But will the cookie crumble away without a fight? One tech jounalist gives his opinion. Source: CNET Date: October 10, 2013 Microsoft may be aiming to replace the famous (or infamous) browser cookie with its own brand… Read more »
Marketer Advising Coke and Microsoft Questions Ethics of Widespread Web Tracking
Description: Following what customers are doing after they leave a digital store on the web is both effortless and commonplace for companies. Unlike in the physical world, it’s hard to notice when you are followed on the web. As the practice expands, some marketers are beginning to doubt whether tracking is the right thing to… Read more »
The Five Ways Users Organize Their Apps And What App Designers Can Learn From This
Description: A German research firm has recently conducted a study that examines how users organize their mobile applications. More than likely, you’ll find that you practice at least one of their five organizational methods. Source: TechCrunch Date: February 10th, 2013 A new report from German researchers reveals the five main ways people are organizing the applications on… Read more »
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Introduction to Information Systems, 3rd Canadian Binder Ready Version Update Edition
R. Kelly Rainer, Casey G. Cegielski, Ingrid Splettstoesser-Hogeterp, Cristobal Sanchez-Rodriguez
ISBN: 978-1-119-13385-8
August 2015, © 2016
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