One of the best articles on the market of video ads. I especially love this image
http://digiday.com/platforms/5-charts-growing-market-digital-video-ads/
60 days to train for this
In 60 days I will (hopefully) complete the Las Vegas half-marathon. I have never run that far before. I am amazed by what technology is doing for me as I prepare for this event.
Fitbit: tracks my overall health including calories in and out, total steps and weight.
Runkeeper: track my runs and help to set goals.
Facebook: no use
will.i.am Launches Debut Eyewear Collection, ill.i Optics • Highsnobiety
Proud to collaborate yet again with the impressive will.i.am as he launches ill.i.am. I am that going to ditch the “one pair per 24 months” trend and start getting all hip with my glasses…look out!
http://www.highsnobiety.com/2014/09/16/will-i-am-eyewear-collection-ill-i-optics/
Drone company 3D Robotics lands an investment from Richard Branson
3D Robotics, a company which develops drones for both commercial and consumer use, announced that Richard Branson has invested in the company. I find this interesting as he has experience with the FAA, a major industry issue for drones.
https://gigaom.com/2014/09/15/drone-company-3d-robotics-lands-an-investment-from-richard-branson/
Article: Seatylock Turns Your Seaty Into A Locky
Seatylock Turns Your Seaty Into A Locky and it’s a pretty amazing design.
http://techcrunch.com/2014/09/16/seatylock-turns-your-seaty-into-a-locky/
Ecobee’s new smart thermostat knows conditions throughout your home
Ecobee’s new smart thermostat knows conditions throughout your home. But, does it know if the neighbor kids are over for dinner? I’d appreciate that level of detail.
http://www.engadget.com/2014/09/16/ecobee-3-thermostat/?ncid=rss_truncated
Article: Is the runway ready for high-tech fashion?
Part of the failure to create a sleek, stylish, and functional piece of wearable tech stems from the fact that fashion designers haven’t been dabbling in the wearable space for very long. While designers like von Furstenberg have been quick to jump on the wearable tech bandwagon, with the designer sporting Google Glass on the runway as early as 2012, she’s largely been the exception, not the rule.
Is the runway ready for high-tech fashion?
http://kernelmag.dailydot.com/issue-sections/headline-story/10245/runway-high-tech-fashion/
Check Out the ‘Living Pictures’ That Could Revolutionize the Ad Industry
“If it’s not meaningful then it’s just another gimmick,” says Rissin. “It really comes down to the brand and how adventurous they are.”
How Apple Store Layout Makes You Spend
If you own a piece of Apple tech there’s a good chance you’ve visited one of their retail locations. Every detail of each Apple store has been designed and planned out to influence the customer into spending more money as they shop and browse. Here’s how it works.
http://www.businessinsider.com/apple-store-layout-makes-you-spend-2014-9
Kraft sees higher ROI on content
This article highlights Kraft and their hightened focus on content. I see them as a pioneer as far as branded content marketing goes and tip my hat for their analytical approach to storytelling.
Pete Deutschman 