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Techiest Cars of 2013

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http://www.pcworld.com/article/2032796/the-techiest-cars-of-2013.html

Cars are getting smarter. Did you know many of them have onboard operating systems and processors to regulate processes and ensure that the car operates smoothly? These are only becoming more sophisticated over time. And just like with many other technologies, apps is the buzz word. What does a techie car mean to you? Electric or hybrid? Smart or app enabled? Let us know what you think is the techiest car.

Have a great idea for an app that would be perfect for a high tech car? Don’t ever think it is impossible. You might have the next great idea.

Still Breaking Moore’s Law

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How long can Moore’s Law continue to be broken?

To hear more about how chip manufacturers continue realizing Moore’s Law

http://www.pcworld.com/article/2033671/breaking-moores-law-how-chipmakers-are-pushing-pcs-to-blistering-new-levels.html

In case you were wondering why Moore’s Law is important, just think for a moment about the processors in use now. Over time, more transistors were fit onto a single chip in order to achieve the performance we have today.

Named for Gordon Moore, a cofounder of Intel, it was observed that every 18 months processor speed doubled. Coinciding with this, associated costs have gone down so that consumers can possess substantial computing power for prices that seem ridiculous compared to what was available only a few years ago.

Continuing to achieve these feats is a challenging endeavor.

What is the next big thing? What is the next great gadget?

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Which tech gadget will be the next big thing?

A. Google glasses B. Apple iWatch C. Neither (It hasn’t been announced yet!)

All hype? Dorky or cool? Wearable tech is only gaining steam, and it will be interesting to see how the category differentiates itself. Will it be mostly glasses and watches? Or will it be jewelry? Perhaps it will be enhanced clothing or accessories? What is your take? We want to know!

Next Great Upcoming Mobile Operating System?

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Which will be the next great upcoming mobile operating system?

Here are the contenders!

A. Firefox OS

B. Tizen

C. Blackberry 10

D. Ubuntu Mobile

E. Other

At first thought, this question seems irrelevant. Android and iOS have it locked up right? Tell that to Blackberry and Nokia who at one time dominated the smartphone OS market. In their heyday, it was unthinkable that they would be surpassed.

So, the idea that the OS race is over is a problematic assumption. Innovation has not stood still. A new OS that can shake up the industry may appear at any time.

The top contenders are probably Ubuntu and Tizen. However, it depends on the OEM manufacturers. Will a major OEM embrace one of these operating systems? Of these two, Tizen is probably most dependent on this question. If Samsung really does adopt it as its chief OS, it could really shake up the OS market share numbers if Samsung leaves Android for Tizen. We shall see.

Who do you think will be the next great upcoming mobile operating system?

Cellphone usage stats show growth

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Cellphone Usage Stats show growth

52% of adult cell phone owners use their devices while in a store to get help with purchasing decisions (Source: Pew American & Internet Life Project, 2012)

A real phenomenon in retail is “Showrooming”. This term is valid when guests price check and try out items in a brick and mortar store and then buy it online (possibly cheaper on the actual price and much of the time tax free).

Considering many users have smartphones, it is only natural for them to use it to improve the shopping experience. Knowing the price can help with negotiations regarding a coupon or price match while also protecting the user from getting hosed on the price. Competition from online retailers and the effects of showrooming are a big reason that Target matches online prices with restrictions and so those Best Buy.

If you are a business and are not trying to capitalize on this growth, you are missing out on a huge opportunity. For you business, the answer might be a website optimized for mobile users, tablets, and desktop users (you can have multiple versions that are displayed to the correct visitor type). On the other hand, the answer may be a cross platform HTML5 or native app.

Not sure? Don’t just dismiss it. Find a mobile strategy that works for your business.

Smartphone Ownership Stats From Nielsen

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66% of Americans ages 24-35 own a smartphone (Source: Nielsen, 2012)

This stat is not so surprising since this group grew up with the Internet and is very comfortable with technology. What is more surprising by the day is the proliferation of smart handsets into older demographics that might not have been considered as potential adopters of this technology.