When New Technology Meets Old Advertising

I recently watched a video clip about the new promo campaign for Warner Bros.’ Inception home video release. Besides the intensely deep voice compelling me to purchase the DVD, what’s interesting is Warner Bros.’ marketing tactic which incorporates new technology … Continue reading

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QR Codes & Mobile Web Design, The Dynamic Duo

QR code usage without amobile-friendly websitelinked to it is like Batman without Robin. Sure the dark knight can fight crime without him, but it’s best when they’re together. Continue reading

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QR Code Spotting at Best Buy

Popular techno-toy retailer, Best Buy implemented QR codes in their retail marketing strategy this September. Although American consumers have yet to fully adapt to QR codes it seems like a smart choice to be the first-mover given current technological and … Continue reading

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Shorten Your Links to Expand Your Marketing

If you’re a social media user, you’re probably familiar with URL shortening (also known as link shortening or shortlinks). These services – like bit.ly and TinyURL – allow you to take long links (like http://marion.com/blog/index.php/2010/10/01/bing-and-yahoo-back-in-the-game/) and turn them into much … Continue reading

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The Power of the PURL and Mobile Marketing

…No, not the lovely, spherical gems, but valuable nonetheless. PURLs are Personalize URLs (or microsites). A person enters their PURL into a browser and they are taken to a web page or microsite customized just for them. Typically used in … Continue reading

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