It's March 1st today and one of the things happening today is the updated Privacy Policy across 60 Google products. While the initial reaction was strongly negative, Google clarified its changes and stood their ground. By unifying their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, they are able to use their information about you in various products to create a more customized, … [Read more...]
‘Techno Babble’ on TVTropes
If you've never visited TVTropes.org, you should definitely check it out. The site is a wiki focused on the frequently used storytelling devices found in media like TV, comics, and movies. It's a very fascinating site and it can consume a lot of your time because you just keep reading one entertaining thing after another. You can view the site by tropes and see examples of TV … [Read more...]
Google leaks Consumer Insights – surveys coming soon?
An accidental posting on YouTube of a demo video by Google has let the cat out of the bag regarding the upcoming Google Insights targeting consumers. From the 53 second video and non-descriptive title, I can only describe what I can see/hear. It seems Google is enabling people/businesses to target the US Internet audience for surveys at a price. Ominously titled "Answer a … [Read more...]
An animated Google Doodle for 2012 Valentine’s Day
If you visit Google today, you'll see a charming little Doodle above the search box just asking you to hit the 'Play' button. Upon hitting the button you will get to see a lovely little story about a boy trying to make an impression on a girl. He uses Google to find all sorts of suggestions, from flowers to candies and beyond. Finally, he gives up and tries something she … [Read more...]
Brand Bowl allows real-time ranking of Super Bowl commercials
So you're watching the Super Bowl today, right? Whether you are watching it for the game, the commercials, or both, you might be interested in the Brand Bowl 2012 going on simultaneously. The Brand Bowl seeks to analyze the most successful and failed Super Bowl TV commercials. Companies are paying $3.5 million dollars to reach this large audience, Boston and Mullen want to … [Read more...]