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6 Great Alternatives to Netflix
On Monday, Netflix reported losing more than 800,000 subscribers since the company announced a 60% price increase, which went into effect in September. If you’re one of these Netflix customers who couldn’t seem to rationalize the hike, you’re probably exploring … Continue reading
Nokia, Bring the Lumia 800 to the U.S. Now — Please
Nokia’s new Lumia 800 looks fantastic — easily one of the most impressive Windows Phone devices — yet the Finnish company remains mum on its plans to bring it to the U.S. market, aside from a few cryptic statements alluding … Continue reading
9 Ways Top Brands Use Social Media for Better Customer Service
Rohit Bhargava is SVP of global digital strategy at Ogilvy, an award-winning marketing blogger and the best-selling author of Personality Not Included, a book about creating a more human brand. His is currently writing his second book called Likeonomics on … Continue reading
Forget Your Facebook Password? Your “Trusted Friends” Could Help
Facebook is releasing a new method for accessing your account when you lose your password: a little help from “trusted friends.” The social network says it is testing a new tool in the coming weeks that will let you designate … Continue reading
Google TV Gets Massive Android Software Upgrade Next Week [PICS]
Google TV had such potential when it launched in October 2010. But for many users, the lack of Hulu — along with the awkwardness of the interface and lack of cooperation from TV networks and content providers — was a … Continue reading
Find a Job in Social Media, Communications or Design
If you’re seeking a job in social media, we’d like to help out. For starters, Mashable‘s Job Lists gather all our resource lists, how-tos and expert guides to help you get hired. In particular, you might want to see our … Continue reading
Warner Bros. Withholds New Release DVDs From Blockbuster
Warner Bros., one of the world’s major film studios, will not be providing Blockbuster with DVDs for rentals. The decision came after Blockbuster went day-and-date with some Warner Bros. titles without the studio’s permission. There is a 28-day industry standard … Continue reading
New York Marathon Runners Getting Digital Love from RFID Chips
Running 26.2 miles is grueling work, but ASCIS is hoping to make the upcoming New York Marathon on November 5 just a little bit easier — with the help of RFID chips. Marathoners who sign up for ASICS’s “Support Your … Continue reading
BlackBerry Offers a Free PlayBook, If You Buy Two First
We’ve seen this deal from grocery stores and apparel retailers — but a buy two get one free tablet deal? BlackBerry is now offering business customers a free PlayBook tablet computer with every two purchased, in a new marketing plan … Continue reading
How Brands Can Maintain Loyalty Among Fickle Digital Consumers
J. P. Gownder is vice president and research director at Forrester Research, where he leads a team that serves consumer product strategy professionals. You can follow him on Twitter at @jgownder and read his blog or his team’s blog. Between … Continue reading