Category: Business

How much value do you get from your tech subscriptions?

January 2, 2013

By Ted Kritsonis

Whether it’s a big ticket subscription, like cable or satellite TV or Internet, or something lower-priced, like satellite radio, Netflix or a music streaming service, the dollars can add up, if you’re not careful. Early into 2013, when New Year’s resolutions are set, it might be a good time to assess if you’re getting what you pay for.

Finding the right tablet is a little easier now

December 30, 2012

By Ted Kritsonis

Tablets are cool devices but that doesn’t mean they’re all worth the money spent on them. The good thing about 2012 was that a shift to smaller screen sizes and more competition meant lower prices, making it a little easier to choose something other than the iPad. Apple’s tablet still rules the roost, but their competitors have some that could be just what you’re looking for.

New Names, New Domains, New Internet Coming in 2013

December 26, 2012

Some companies have ruled out using new website domains, or branded gTLDs, worried about possible consumer confusion about the new names, or the associated costs for the site owner/operator.

by Lee Rickwood

Nintendo’s foray into TV and video off to a bumpy start

December 24, 2012

By Ted Kritsonis

Even before it launched its new Wii U game console in November, Nintendo had already made it clear that TV and video integration would play a big role in the new hardware. Now that Nintendo’s TVii features have gone live in Canada, it’s evident that a solid idea is off to a shaky start.

Google Apps won’t be free for small businesses anymore

December 7, 2012

By Ted Kritsonis

Google announced today that it would now charge $50 annually to small businesses with less than 10 employees who use its suite of Web-based productivity tools. The move puts these small businesses in line with larger businesses that have paid that rate for some time.