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No Pepsi Ads During the Super Bowl

February 4th, 2010

Shocking news for some, and maybe the beginning of a new era of marketing for major brands.

Pepsi has announced recently that they will not purchase any spots during the Super Bowl this year, news that came as a shock to almost anyone that has ever watched the big game. The pop soda giant has been placing ads during the Super Bowl for the last 23 years, giving us many memorable commercials such as the one featuring Britney Spears, the dancing bears or the Cindy Crawford slow mo.

So why did Pepsi chose to pass on this year’s SuperBowl leaving the field right open for their arch rival Coca-Cola?
They decided to shift their money towards social networks betting that their brand awareness and respectively sells will benefit from this popular outlet. » Read more: No Pepsi Ads During the Super Bowl

Apple iPad debuts at only $499

January 28th, 2010

So the big day is here! Apple has revealed to the world its new tablet gadget that had all tech news sites and industry insiders buzzing about!

The slick 10″ tablet, officially named iPAD has made its debut in the the hands of Apple’s CEO Steve Jobs at the Manhattan Apple Store in front of a crowd of hundreds, mostly industry experts and hard core Apple fans. The show was mind blowing to say the least. Mr. Jobs went on casually using the device in front of the audience showcasing its above industry speed and performance as well as its ease of use and consumer friendliness. » Read more: Apple iPad debuts at only $499

New problem with Microsoft Internet Explorer

January 18th, 2010

Recent attacks on Google stirred a new wave of criticism about Microsoft and its widely popular web browser, Internet Explorer.
For those of you that either lived under a rock :) or are not concerned with your online safety, let me bring you up to date on what is going on and possibly how you can avoid being a victim of this new threat. » Read more: New problem with Microsoft Internet Explorer

2010 Most and Least Fuel Efficient Trucks,Vans and SUVs

January 16th, 2010

A recent argument (more like a bet) with one of my co-workers lead me to a great government website: www.fueleconomy.gov.
Yeah I know what you are all asking – “the government has what site?”. Seams to me that even the government suits are conserned with fuel prices.

» Read more: 2010 Most and Least Fuel Efficient Trucks,Vans and SUVs

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