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Amazon Sales Up By 22%, eBooks Taking the Rein

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Kindle Tablets
Kindle Tablets

Amazon has had a long and interesting story since its incorporation by Jeff Bezos in 1994. We’ve heard a lot of anecdotes about the dynamic founder, but what would probably come to the mind of the average consumer when Amazon is mentioned are books. Lots of them.

That may very well change in the near future, or perhaps it has already change. In the latest announcement of Amazon about its earnings, the direction the online store is going looks pretty clear – and it’s looking good for them. [Read more…] about Amazon Sales Up By 22%, eBooks Taking the Rein

Social Resume Infographic

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Social Resume
Social Resume

Finding a job is not as easy as we would like it to be, what with the huge number of people looking to make a living, and the economy not doing as well as everyone would want it to. The competition is tough, to say the least, and every job seeker – new graduate and experienced alike – has to make sure he has an edge over other job seekers.

And when it comes to finding a job, there usually is no way around it – a resume is needed. But gone are the days when the traditional resume is enough to catch the attention of employers and head hunters. That is not to say that traditional resumes are not being used. They are.

There is, however, the fact that there are more resources which job seekers can utilize to catch the eye of potential employers. Enter the social resume. [Read more…] about Social Resume Infographic

Atari Files for Bankrupcty, Childhood’s End!

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Atari
Atari

Anyone who was a kid (or a teenager for that matter) in the 80s would have at least a slight attachment to Atari. At the very least. For many, the attachment is more likely the kind of ties that make you want to go back to the times when you didn’t face the problems you do today.

No matter what the degree of your feelings towards Atari are, I am pretty sure you will be saddened by the news that the iconic brand in the gaming industry has filed for bankruptcy. [Read more…] about Atari Files for Bankrupcty, Childhood’s End!

Must-Have Travel Apps for 2013

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Must-have travel apps for 2013
Travel apps
The travel industry is expected to continue to enjoy healthy activity this year, what with more people wanting to go places. Not only are there low cost carriers to practically every major destination, but accommodations are also becoming more accessible, no small thanks to alternatives to hotels.

For anyone who likes traveling, there is a slew of travel apps that you can rely on to make your trips more convenient. From the planning stage to actually roaming the streets – there are travel apps to help you.

In fact, the “issue” is more about which apps to download and use. This could very well be a case of too many apps, some redundant, some not really useful. As we near the end of the first month of 2013, you might want to update your list of travel apps. Get rid of those that do not really bring you value, and try out these apps which will take you the extra mile in 2013. [Read more…] about Must-Have Travel Apps for 2013

Can Tablets Take the Place of Teachers?

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can tablets take the place of teachers
Millions and millions of tablets were sold in 2012, a testament to the ever increasing popularity of the device. Whether you prefer Apple’s iPad, Samsung’s Galaxy tablets, Google’s Nexus tablets, or some other brand’s tablets, you are part of the immense group that uses tablets on a daily basis.

It does not take a rocket scientist to see why tablets have become so widespread. They’re convenient. You can do practically everything on it. The prices are becoming more and more competitive.

One worthwhile application of tablets is in the realm of education. While hardly anyone will dispute the usefulness of tablets in this setting, the question “Can tablets take the place of teachers?” is a totally different matter. [Read more…] about Can Tablets Take the Place of Teachers?

Get Inspired by Googlers’ Resolutions

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Googlers' Resolutions
Googlers’ Resolutions

Google‘s Zeitgeist is something I look forward to every year. While I may not spend as much time poring over the details as other people I know, I do make it a point to take a look back at the year that was – in the eyes of Google.

This year, the search engine giant put out something new: a map of Googlers’ resolutions from around the world. You know – those promises we make to ourselves at the beginning of the year… [Read more…] about Get Inspired by Googlers’ Resolutions