To Survive, Byte Needs to Win Over Creators Where Vine Failed
Six-second video loops are finally back, but this time it has to compete with TikTok. Continue reading To Survive, Byte Needs to Win Over Creators Where Vine Failed
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Best Buy Made These Smart Home Gadgets Dumb Again
It’s yet another cautionary tale about the risks of buying internet-connected devices. Continue reading Best Buy Made These Smart Home Gadgets Dumb Again
Google Buys Fitbit to Fulfill Its Own Bigger Ambitions
A Google-branded fitness tracker is only the beginning of the company’s wider “ambient computing” vision. Continue reading Google Buys Fitbit to Fulfill Its Own Bigger Ambitions
Facebook Dating Arrives in the US. Here’s How It Works
Facebook Dating’s US rollout includes a few new updates, including safety features and more Instagram integration. Continue reading Facebook Dating Arrives in the US. Here’s How It Works
Yelp Is Overhauling Its App to Emphasize Personalization
Users can customize the app to reflect their stated preferences and lifestyles. Continue reading Yelp Is Overhauling Its App to Emphasize Personalization
How to Save Money and Skip Lines at the Airport
Going overseas? Here’s what you need to know about Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, and other ways to have a less stressful flight. Continue reading How to Save Money and Skip Lines at the Airport
Why You Still Can’t Buy Fireworks on Amazon
The “everything store” might not cover all your Fourth of July celebration needs. Continue reading Why You Still Can’t Buy Fireworks on Amazon
Jony Ive Is Leaving Apple
The legendary designer is starting a new creative agency and signing Apple as its client. Continue reading Jony Ive Is Leaving Apple
What Does ‘Amazon’s Choice’ Actually Mean?
It almost certainly doesn’t involve Amazon employees selecting products they think are the best. Continue reading What Does ‘Amazon’s Choice’ Actually Mean?
What Do Amazon’s Star Ratings Really Mean?
Amazon says an item’s stars reflect the “average customer review,” but the calculation gets more complicated than that. Continue reading What Do Amazon’s Star Ratings Really Mean?