Recently the 3 Screen Report by Nielsen was released. This covers mobile, internet, and television usage in the US. While this report is one that I follow it also gives a little insight into how we consume all media. As with any report here are some interesting highlights and my thoughts on what they mean:
There is a interesting device I saw that allows you to virtually accept payments anywhere. Square, which launched late last year from Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, is now offering a way for anybody with an iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, and Android device to accept credit card payments for less hassle and fees than before possible. [...]
Pepsi is rolling out a new application that contains a first. Built in loyalty tied to an app. This new app is called Pepsi Loot. The app lets customers know when they are near “pop spots,” or a place that sells its soft drink. When someone stops in and makes a purchase Pepsi rewards the [...]
Facebook is working on launching their location based status updates. Starting as soon as this month you will be allowed to post your location when you do a status update. Facebook is rolling this out with a partnership with McDonald’s via an application. This app would allow users to check in at one of its [...]