Product Reviews . Technology
Product Review – Pros and Cons of the iPhone X for Entrepreneurs
On 09/30/2017 by Alissa DavisEntrepreneurs depend on technology and communication to keep their businesses and personal lives going. On September 12th, Apple launched several new, exciting products including their 10th anniversary iPhone: the iPhone X. The launch event was the first ever event to be held at the Steve Jobs Theater. On launch day, tech leaders from Apple introduced
Business
Seven Reasons AdQuick is long on outdoor
On 09/29/2017 by Anne Howard - EditorDon’t be a joke. Take your business seriously and advertise where it matters. Outdoor advertising is antifragile — the disorder in other ad channels benefits outdoor advertising. As other channels are created (online ads) and destroyed (TV) by technology, outdoor advertising remains stalwart, unblockable, and consumption/impressions are actually increasing. As cord-cutting increases and ad-supported TV consumption disappears,
Culture
Hugh Hefner, father of the sexual revolution dead at 91
On 09/29/2017 by Scope WeeklyPlayboy empire Founder, Hugh Hefner, died on his estate on September 28, 2017; he was 91. His name and brand became iconic with the most memorable of names such as Coca-Cola or Michael Jackson. Remembered for his poised demeanor and unspoken dress code of a customary silk robe, Hefner singlehandedly revolutionized sexual expression. However, this
Technology
Twitter Tests New Character Limit for Tweets
On 09/27/2017 by Scope WeeklyTwitter has always prided itself on keeping posts short and sweet by restricting public posts (tweets) to a mere 140 characters. Its unique simplicity has served the platform well but now the company is rethinking its approach. On Monday, Twitter announced that they will be testing out a more expansive tweeting feature with a 280
Product Reviews . Technology
Product Review: 4k TV to buy or not to buy
On 09/25/2017 by Anne Howard - EditorA recent research released by the analysts at IHS posits that as more than half all American household will have a 4K television by the year 2019. However, a number of problems still stand in the way of the popularity of 4K technology. Some experts claim that these issues are difficult enough to prevent the
Culture
The Handmaid’s Tale– Big Message from the Small Screen
On 09/22/2017 by Anne Howard - EditorThis week, surprising no one familiar with the series, The Handmaid’s Tale won the Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series, collecting home a total of eight trophies, five of which were Emmy Awards —— tying HBO’s “Big Little Lies” for the most wins of the year. What has made this series so successful, besides its huge
Tourism
Six Things To Do To Save On Airline Tickets
On 09/18/2017 by Anne Howard - EditorAir travel is one of the miracles of the modern world. Fast and efficient, flying is the best way to travel long distances. However, besides even the hassle of security lines and the discomfort of narrow seats, there is one huge downside to traveling by plane: the price. Business flying is frequently very expensive —
Technology
Baidu Self-Driving Cars To Roam California Highways
On 09/17/2017 by Anne Howard - EditorWe Know Automated Cars are Here to Stay but Why in California? Even though flying cars have yet to make their debut in the 21st century, automated self-driving vehicles are on the rise. From Google to Tesla, established auto manufacturers all want a piece of this new technology. In fact, just earlier this year Ford
Business
Why Conversation, Not Content, Is King
On 09/14/2017 by Anne Howard - EditorContent is king. It’s a cliché that any Internet marketer has no doubt heard a hundred times and more to the point it’s become downright tedious. Worst of all, it only paints a fraction of the story. In fact, it entirely fails to address the fundamental way people interact on the internet. Every marketer knows
Environment & Science . Public Affairs
Assistance for Small Business to Survive Disaster
On 09/12/2017 by Lee MastersonThe aftermath of massive natural disasters, such as the damage seen in the wake of Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, can break many small businesses. Massive flooding and extensive damage and destruction to properties can result in many small businesses never recovering. In fact, approximately 40 percent of small businesses affected by a disaster never reopen