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Got Unwanted Gift Cards? Some Creative Ways to Unload Them
I love giving gift cards for the holidays, but receiving…errr…not so much. I know I’m not alone. In fact, there were $1 billion in unused gift cards in 2014*. Enter some new gift card app solutions so you can (re)gift,
January 14, 2016
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Apps That Help You Nail Your New Year’s Resolutions
Happy 2016! With a new year, come goals for a happier, healthier, awesomer you. We kick off the new year showcasing must-have apps you need to help you stick to your new year’s resolutions well into the year to help
January 7, 2016
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Do Jack Dorsey and Square IPO Show Start of Tech Unicorn Extinction?
Match and Square’s IPOs were a lackluster premiere. Oh, and Jack Dorsey is now co-CEO of Square and Twitter? Anyone else think this is a bad idea? Are these more signs that the tech unicorns are going extinct? Front page
November 19, 2015
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Airbnb, Uber Incidents Show Dark Side of Sharing Economy
This week’s news of a man’s death at an Airbnb rental shows the growing issue of safety issue of companies like Uber and Airbnb. The sharing economy has a dark side. Front page news: This week, a tech blogger revealed
November 11, 2015
Take 3
Tracking Apps that Hunt Down Wallets, Keys and even You!
Keeping tabs on everything (or everyone) you need can be tedious, whether it be cell phones, car keys or your roommate. Enter some wicked smart tracking apps to chase the loved ones and loved things in your life with just
October 26, 2015
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Yahoo Eliminates Need for Email Passwords Forever
For Yahoo, the future doesn’t involve passwords. Starting today, Yahoo Mail users can log into email without one – using features on mobile phones. Are passwords dead forever? Front page news: Yahoo breaks the email mold with newly updated app
October 16, 2015
Future Living
Tesla Autopilot Features for Model S Are Kick A$$!
Tesla soars into the future, unveiling autopilot features today that allow Model S cars to change lanes, break and even locate a parking space without driver assistance. But don’t let go of the steering wheel just yet! On the Horizon:
October 15, 2015
Shibani's Picks
Uber ex Creates App to Bring On Demand Doctors to your Home
Sick while on vacation? Want to avoid dragging a sick kid to the ER at night? Tap the Pager app to get a board-certified, on demand doctor to your doorstep, so you can focus on getting better. My quick take:
October 1, 2015
Digital Detour
A Digital Tool So Clever It Can Script Your Next Cold Call
It is the end of cold calls as we know it. Lean on Crystal’s digital tool, developed in a Harvard lab, to give you the digital EQ you need and coaching on how exactly to communicate with anyone based on
September 20, 2015
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Apple’s New iPhone Leasing Program Signals End of 2 Year Contracts
Apple announced a new program this week that lets you lease, instead of buy, your next iPhone so you always carry the new iPhone, in a very auto-industry-esque move. What will it take to get you into this new…iPhone? Front
September 11, 2015
