Archive for the ‘Technology’ Category
Mobile Mania 2010
After watching this I decided to download the WordPress iPhone app (still learning…can I center this post?). I really think the future of mobile is unbelievable, one of the most modern ways of connecting with consumers especially those of Gen Y. But of course we at GFB are a bit of technology/internet nerds. Bring on the apps, txts, tweets and everything mobile.
Just remember kids, let’s keep this so called ‘sexting epidemic’ to a minimum. Think before you text, email or tweet, nobody wants to know what you do in your personal mobile life.
iPhone 4 iWant
hurry up July! this is going to be legendary…or so they say, I mean Facetime, who knew!
bloglovin VS googlereader
So since school is out (forever), I have been super productive! Real life is great thus far. This weekend alone I rearranged my living room, went to two sporting events (TFC and Jays), have been perfecting my Photoshop skills, and most recently, have added all my blogs to Bloglovin’. I’m thinking I really prefer Bloglovin’ over GoogleReader. Much more appealing to the eye, although generally the same, but also not so Microsoft looking (I’m a Macgirl).
What online medium do you use to organize and read your favourite blogs? Who will win in the Bloglovin’-GoogleReader battle? Let me know!
Also follow GFB on Bloglovin’, if you aren’t already!
my own personal mini(er) Rachel Zoe
Oh no! There may no longer be a need for killer stylist Rachel Zoe. Glamour’s newest Ask a Stylist iPhone App helps ladies shut it down EVERYDAY, not just on the red carpet. Sorry Rachel it’s time for you to move over, we’ve found a new stylist who isn’t so bananas and is less than half your size!
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How does it work? Well it’s pretty simple, the App leads you step by step.
Step 1) Decide whether you want a stylist to help you decide between 2 outfits, or just give feedback on one. Step 2) Take a picture of the piece(s) of clothing. Step 3) Choose a stylist. Stylist profiles and customer reviews are provided. Step 4) Choose where you are wearing the outfit, to better help the stylist understand the context to which it should be styled. Step 5) Type and ask your question.
Now you wait! I must say, I sent in my request at 1:04 and received a message on my phone at 1:14, so I’m pretty impressed. The app seems to be very efficient and feedback can be very detail-oriented. Glamour magazine has hired 8 stylists to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This may be one of the first apps to actually talk-back to you, creating a real-time conversation. Watch this video about the Ask a Stylist app HERE.
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I especially LOVE how my stylist, Samantha, told me to “work that gorgeous height!” Well thanks iPhone, your compliments are lovely, I like you too!
e-tailing with H&M!
not only has H&M renovated their Eaton Center location, they have also renovated their website! hm.com now features much more current looks and prices, but most importantly a more interactive e-tailing space. with social media being a critical part of any marketing strategy, H&M is moving in the right direction, encouraging consumers to interact with the brand.
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the Fashion page now offers more merchandise and prices, and is organized in different looks offered at the store: The Blues, The Garden Collection, Divided. the interactive page allows you to drag the background around to select and view specific looks.
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the Style Guide lets users look at the key pieces and you are able to create your own look, which can then be emailed to you or placed on your personal blog.
another great feature is the Fashion Studio where you are able to select unique models (right down to a specific hairstyle) and sample pieces, allowing a more realistic view of the clothing. this feature is very specific, garment colour can be changed, shirts can be tucked in or out, and different model angels are shown (front, back, profile).
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overall i must say that i am very impressed with the new and innovative website H&M has developed. the company must have some pretty smart people working in their communications department, because this has definitely enhanced my personal image of the company. A+ for you!
fashionable apps
I am a Mac (so is Maddy), and we covet all things Apple related. Our iPhones have become an extension of our bodies and our MacBooks never go a day without use. One of the coolest things about Apple’s products is the ease at which they can be customized. The iPhone is not an exclusive device, but the applications of the iPhone are individual to each owner. There really is an app for everything, and companies are trying their best to cash in on the iPhone craze.
Net-a-Porter.com
Net-a-Porter.com, the popular e-commerce website, has an app that allows users to view new products, or categories of products, put items in shopping bags or on wish-lists, and even buy products straight from their phone. For those that can afford a pair of $495 Chloe flats, and have the balls to purchase them from a mobile device, this app is for you!
Zara
The Zara app, much like their website, does not allow users to make purchases. Included are new arrivals for women, men, and kids. Products are updated weekly and the the app features photos from the current seasons lookbook.
Chanel
The Chanel app features the latest news, looks, and accessories. It even has a store locator, just in case you need to find a retail location ASAP. The icon on the desktop appears as the famous Chanel double C’s, which is enough to make any label-hungry iPhone user a fan.
Happy downloading!
blind conversation…
i guess you could say this is the age of blind conversation…most of us talk via texting, facebook, and my new fave ichat. but here is something new. while looking over the GQ website trying to find something to write about I found this… Omegle. essentially its a chat room where you talk to a stranger. no username, email, picture needed you are totally anonymous. so I went in search of random information. some people did not really like my approach and were on the site for different reasons. many asked “asl?” (age, sex, location), but instead I asked people to tell me something interesting. i’m still debating whether this is interesting or creepy… but for your own comfort you can disconnect the conversation at any time.
here are some entertaining findings:
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You’re now chatting with a random stranger. Say hi!
You: hi
You: tell me something interesting
Stranger: Well I saw a chick get mugged today and I rescued her
Stranger: No joke
Stranger: I’m from london
You: what!?
You: are you a hero?
Stranger: Lol no, just an ordinary guy
Stranger: Well teenager
You: p.s. that was a good answer
Stranger: I’m 17! I feel proud!
You: good for you!
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You’re now chatting with a random stranger. Say hi!
You: hii
You: tell me something interesting
Stranger: i said i wanted NO onions in my sandwich!
Stranger: ..then i got ONIONS!
Stranger: FUCK!!
Stranger: i gotta go back there and teach that no-good-son-of-a-bitch a lesson
Stranger: hello?
Stranger: FUCK!!
You: hello
You: do you have turrets?
Stranger: no
You: or do you just hate onions?
Stranger: YES!!
You: all onions?
You: what about green onions..?
Stranger: uh huh
Stranger: yep
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You’re now chatting with a random stranger. Say hi!
You: where are you from?
Stranger: india
You: wow crazy
Stranger: why ? :)
You: was slumdog millionaire as popular there as is was in canada and the us?
You: it’s just really far
Stranger: yeah many people liked it
You: i’ve always wanted to know how it was accepted in india
Stranger: but that was rather due to the propaganda
Stranger: see, the poor in india don’t get to go to game shows
Stranger: it was just absurd
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You’re now chatting with a random stranger. Say hi!
You: hiii
Stranger: hello
You: are you a mac or a pc?
Stranger: pc
Stranger: and im 5 years old :)
You: uh oh i’m a mac
You: like in the commercial?
Stranger: yerhh :)
You: sweett
You: do you have windows 7?
-M
