One recent rumor that Elon Musk has been emphasizing is the creation of a Tesla phone with a unique feature set. This makes a lot of sense given where Tesla is going, particularly as a hedge against Apple's rumored electric car. Let's explore the potential for a Tesla phone this week. Then we'll close with my product of the week, a set of earbuds that are the most comfortable I've ever tested...
BlackBerry's automotive initiatives are increasingly focused on electric vehicles that need help to reach their full potential. Last week the company highlighted the coming experience with EVs. I found the description compelling and worth covering here because it will make a massive difference. We'l...
A pair of recent studies highlight changing shopper attitudes as the pandemic continues its stranglehold on the supply chain for most industries. Two clear-cut consumer trends have surfaced: online shoppers want more self-service options and an overall more-efficient shopping experience
Last week at Dell Technologies World, the most significant announcement was a massive as-a-service offering called Dell Technologies Apex. This promises to return the IT market to its long lost but fondly remembered IBM past. Let's talk about Apex this week. We'll then close with the product of the ...
U.S. senators heading antitrust issues have flagged Apple's new AirTag effort as potentially anticompetitive after Tile CEO CJ Prober started complaining because Apple could put his company out of business. Let's talk about Apple, vendor lock-in, and antitrust. Then we'll close with the product of ...
Even the most customer-centric businesses can overestimate their performance or miss the broad trends in customer behavior. That is why NICE inContact conducts annual surveys that track the customer experience from the perspective of businesses and consumers. CRM Buyer discussed the recent findings...
Half of consumers who originally planned to return to their pre-pandemic in-store shopping routines once coronavirus is under control now plan to stick with online shopping. That shift in preferences means that e-commerce merchants must keep up with trending ways to market, sell, and prevent fraud.
Commerce analysts do not see consumers shedding their newfound buying options in the wake of a post-pandemic marketplace. Concerns for health safety, social distancing, and remote working will remain priorities for many shoppers. Merchants who demonstrate that they are able to quickly get products t...
Both marketing and loyalty had delayed starts in the CRM world, and both exhibited traits of confusion among those charged with their rollouts; strongly evidenced by a lack of specificity in the early applications that carried their badges. Loyalty is back in the spotlight now; as multiple vendors h...
To survive in this new business reality, it is imperative that remote employees have the skills to succeed while away from their physical offices. How to do that effectively is a multifaceted process. CRM Buyer discussed that journey with Heather Caudill, senior vice president of relationship manage...
Buy now pay later, or "BNPL" services are growing in popularity during the pandemic as they enable consumers to pay for purchases over a short time with no interest and a small starting payment. However, money experts urge caution. Similar to credit cards, BNPL services can negatively impact credit ...
SugarCRM last month announced its acquisition of AI-as-a-Service provider Node. This marks the fourth acquisition by SugarCRM since the company's investment by Accel-KKR in August 2018. CRM Buyer discussed the current state of CRM platforms with SugarCRM CEO Craig Charlton, and how artificial intell...
The pandemic has exposed one fundamental, seemingly contradictory reality: people like to shop online, but they also crave in-person experiences. This era has also made clear that there's an answer to this conundrum: to provide shopping experiences that combine both physical and digital elements. Al...
As consumers get more acquainted with shopping and banking digitally, it seems logical that more people would be inclined to pay their bills online. A recent survey of more than 3,000 adult consumers shows that nearly 70 percent prefer digital payment options, such as website and mobile app channels...
Last month Mercedes and Nvidia announced a relationship. The potential for Mercedes and Nvidia to change the very nature of personal transportation is carried within this partnership. This combination could be magical, both in terms of creating a better alternative to Tesla, and a deeper relationshi...
Extremely - Personalization is a must. Without it, there's little chance of earning my loyalty.
Relatively - Personalization is a plus, but I do consider other factors when deciding who gets my business.
Minimally - Personalization is now automated and commonplace. Brands must do more to make me feel special to earn my loyalty.
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EdTech Developer’s Study Game Approach Aces Med School Testing Curve
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AnkerWork SR500 Speakerphone: Near Nirvana for PC Use, Phones Heck No
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Mac Mini, MacBook Pro Refreshed With Latest Apple Silicon
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How To Run a Full Linux Desktop on a Chromebook
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Linux Malware Rates Rise to Record Levels Amid Hacker Inconsistency
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Proposed US Law Seeks To Silence TikTok’s Data Flow to China
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2023: Year of the Software Developer
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Aptera Solar-Powered Vehicle Set To Roll in 2023, Lightyear Puts Brakes on $250K SPEV
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B2B Funding Firms Banking on Embedded Finance
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Dissecting the Pre-CES Wave of PC and Chip Vendor Competition
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The Year Ahead in Cybersecurity: More Bots, More Money, Scarce Talent
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HP Unveils New Hybrid Gear for Remote Workforce Productivity
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Report Calls for Crackdown on Advertising by Digital Pill Mills
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CES 2023 and the Smart Energy Letdown
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How To Configure Windows To Auto Restart After a Power Failure
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Unresolved Conflicts Slow eSIM Upgrade Path to Better IoT Security
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IT Execs Share Strategies for Managing Digital and Cyber Trends in 2023
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Holiday Season Sees Onslaught of Ransomware, DDoS Attacks
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Big Banks and Big Tech Set To Square Off Over Digital Wallets
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Is a Mac Your Next Windows PC?
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Mozilla Releases Gift Guide With Privacy in Mind
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InnoView 27″ Monitor Improves the Computing Picture
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Research Finds Potential Benefits for Pre-Teen Video Game Players
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Upstart Search Engine Andi Delivers Answers, Not Lists
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AMD vs. Intel: Suddenly the Desktop PC Is in Play
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Tech Industry Trends and Predictions for 2023
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Social Media Account Hijacking Jumps 1,000% in Last 12 Months: Report
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DARPA Moves Forward With Project To Revolutionize Satellite Communication
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Gift Ideas That Will Have Recipients Thinking Fondly of You
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Color, Android Apps Change the Game for E-Paper Tablets
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Standout Tech Products of 2022
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Meta Lowers Legal Hammer on Law Enforcement Data Scraper
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Some Unusual Tech Emerges at CES
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Retail in the Metaverse Facing Hardware, Identity Challenges
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Apple Refreshes Product Lines, Introduces New Ultra Watch
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