Google have introduced an attractive refresh to the look and feel of Google maps. New fonts are a lot clearer making for improved readability. Google say they are looking for a “subtle and balanced” feel. Items such as roads and buildings are more simply drawn, with road and location names standing out. Colours of man-made … [Read more…]
Nintendo shares drop as investors respond to details of licencing agreement. Nintendo have seen shares rise some 60% since the augmented reality game phenomenon Pokémon Go launched. However, shares have fallen back on the announcement that Pokémon Go was developed by US firm Niantic. Nintendo announced profits from licensing would be limited. The debate and … [Read more…]
Amazon is testing a new scheme where it pays ordinary people to deliver its packages.
Many local governments are lacking the budget, leadership and capability to progress smart initiatives and connected technology in cities across the UK, according to new research.
Facebook is ramping up its efforts to bring internet access to remote parts of the world (and push its products in the process), with a new platform called OpenCellular.
At the end of last year coffee brand Nescafe made the surprising decision to move its entire global and local sites to Tumblr. This case study looks at how the Nestle-owned brand has fared in the following six months.
UK department store Harvey Nichols scooped the Cannes Lions Grand Prix in the film category, with a funny and engaging social campaign that promoted its loyalty app showing real footage of shoplifters (with cartoon faces to protect their identity).
In the wake of the Leave vote Frost & Sullivan explains that organizations should use the new reality to influence the economy and society in a positive way
Google has launched a new ‘DIY-style’ video ad package for small businesses, offering ‘free’ professional video ads and tools… provided they spend $150 on YouTube ads.
Facebook is giving advertisers data to track how many people visited a store after seeing a campaign on the social network.