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Browser War, FlastFlip, SideWiki, Twitter security, Department of Education, Waves of Tech contest.
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Show Notes Episode 10
News Flash
* Google acquires CAPTCHA
* Microsoft Security Essentials will be released to the public in the coming weeks
* Microsoft announces WebsiteSpark program
What’s New?
* SideWiki
* FastFlip
* iPhone MMS available 25 September 2009
Topics
1. Back to School Tips from CA Department of Education: #8 in specific
2. Twitter cracks down on falsified accounts
Discussion of the Cast
Web Browsers: Differences? Personal Preference? Browser Comparisons
Tip or Site of Interest
Steve: Fonolo
Mikee -Nick Belardes
Nate – 1up
Dave – Windows 7 for students
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Microsoft Copying Apple and The Year of Podcasting
This week on The Waves of Tech 250, we dive into the ins-and-outs of Microsoft’s Windows 10 announcement and examine some thoughts from the Apple fan boys on the software giant’s move. With the recent sad news of international plane failures, the NTSB is pushing for new flight recorder technology. Finally, is 2015 the year of podcasting? With listeners consuming over 21 million hours per day, there is a strong case for the argument. Enjoy the podcast and continue to ride the waves of tech!
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Best Buy shenanigans, Kmart, Blackberry App
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Best Buy shenanigans, Kmart again, Blackberry app and Social Media Billions.
Show Notes
Is your mobile device always in reach?
- Always on my person (58%)
- Always within my vicinity (28%)
- It’s a 50-50 split (11%)
- I’m always having to look for it (3%)
The Waves of Tech crew quickly dissects the poll results. Thanks for your participation everyone. We love the feedback and your willingness to help us out.
2. Blackberry Podcast App
Get free podcasts delivered directly to you with the BlackBerry Podcast app. Subscribe to your favorite podcasts or download new ones. Blackberry has designed a native app that is user based and friendly. Get it! It’s free and the Waves of Tech Media Network shows will be on there soon.
3.The shenanigans of Best Buy continue
What is Best Buy up to now!?!? To optimize or not to optimize using Best Buy services, that is the question. Relive Dave’s story of his recent visit to Best Buy in helping a co-worker pick out a new laptop. Broken manufacturer seals, “Inspected By Best Buy” stickers, and more Tom Foolery.
4. Kmart crap again
How many times have you answered a survey question before paying with your credit card at a store? Probably quite a few and probably without much thinking about it. Steve addresses the concerns about answering these questions and explains how data is being used to the business’ advantage.
5. Worldwide Advertising On Social Networks Estimated To Hit $3.3 Billion In 2010
We all know that advertising is big business worldwide. Social networks are estimated to bring in arounf $3.3 billion this year with an anticipated increase of 25% in 2011. Where do Myspace, Facebook, and social gaming sites fit into the equation. Listen in and follow the show note link here.
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Corporate Wellness Programs And Technology
The growing using of wearable technology and how some companies are incorporating such technologies into their wellness programs. We touch on a little social media, discussing the poor decisions of Foursquare. We finish with a conversation about the growth of same-day online shopping and the soon-to-be kill switch in smartphones.