Why Saving Links with Pinterest works at work
We are tech junkies and always searching for new ways to improve how we share interesting articles and collaborate as a team. Like us, your internal communications strategy might include weekly meetings, email, intranets such as Igloo, and/or mobile apps such as Slack and Pocket to name a few. However, if you want to keep it simple, consider using…
Drones Enrolling into the Police Force
“Technology is always changing, so the way we police must change as well" Technology is changing ever so quickly and it is something police services are trying to keep on top of. Technology, like any sector, helps make production quicker and more efficient, so with the help of technology, it is easier for police services make …
Police Services Participating in Pokemon Go
You have definitely heard all the buzz about Pokemon Go and how everyone is playing it, young or old. Even some police services have participated, but not in a way you may think. The game is an augmented reality app that allows you to virtually catch monsters in a public area. Even though the game does come with warning signs to be aware…
Pokemon Go launches in Canada
There is a new craze that is all the rage, and no, it’s not related to the Kardashians. Pokemon Go, the popular augmented reality mobile game that sends players on a real world journey, just launched in Canada yesterday and it's already making headlines. Related Chatter: Augmented Reality — Pokémon GO is now…
Police Technology: Hollywood Becomes Reality
The police force is still a sector of today’s society that has yet to be completely modernized by technology. Everything from making reports to handwritten speeding tickets, it seems that the police force may be lacking in technology in certain fields - up until recently that is. New technology has emerged that is looking to put…
Microsoft Madness in Toronto
Toronto is hosting one of the largest technology conferences that will attract 16,000 visitors and is expected to bring $70 million in additional spending to the city over the course of the week. The Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference, #WPC2016, is in town from July 10th to the 14th and is taking place in the downtown core. Most…
Distracted Driving: The Problems and Solutions for Safer Roads
In our era where technology has taken over our everyday lifestyle, it has resulted in different problems we were never faced with in the past. Distracting driving has always been a problem but has recently taken off due to the abundance of mobile devices. Drivers who engage in text messaging on a cellular phone are 23 times more…
GOOGLE: INSTANT APPS
Google continued to impress at this year's 2016 I/O mega event. They announced upcoming latest features, devices and latest apps with the highest expectations, and did they ever deliver. The hot topic and highlight of the day was Google’s teaser of Instant Apps. BASIC BREAKDOWN With countless apps for all…
Science Influencers and Inspiration
Social and mobile technology has changed the world we live, play and work in. Communication and collaboration are constantly occurring with social engagement driving awareness and contributing to innovation. Aside from constantly emerging - technology spreads awareness, encourages conversation, and…
MET Gala meets futuristic fashion
As a fashion lover and technology enthusiast, I have to admit I was really curious about this years MET Gala, and it’s “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology” theme. With wearable technology becoming more mainstream with the inventions of smart watches such as the Pebble and Apple Watch, I was interested to see how designers…
Workplace wellness and wisdom tips
People often wonder what it is like to spend a day down the rabbit hole and be part of the madness at Mad Hatter Technology. Seeing as it is #MondayMadness, we thought we would share some workplace wellness and wisdom from our Tech Lab, Creative Suite, Buzz Machine and Whiteboard Room. Keep on moving It is important to get up…
4 reasons why original content is king
There are numerous benefits to creating your own original content, here are just four of the many reasons why you should set aside some time to create original content for your company or organization. Establishes you as a credible source - You have spent a lot of time and money investing in your business, and you know your industry…
Control & Communication Car- BMW 7 Series
After 15 years of design and production, the BMW is ready to release the 7 series with features in the car including: Gesture control BMW laser light - laser illuminates beam up to 600 meters (2x normal) Remote control parking BMW touch command Tablet with controlling key functions integrated…
Tech Themed Valentine's Day Memes
With Valentine’s Day taking place in just over a month, we thought we would save you the trouble of trying to find the perfect gift for your special someone, and give you something everyone loves; a good laugh. After all, the Valentine's Day Goggle Doodle above shows that it is better to share experiences not stuff with…
Community Engagement Christmas Campaigns
With all of the noise in the digital space, marketers are continuously challenged to engage viewers online who have become inundated with advertisements. Last week we discussed our Top 3 Emotional Christmas Videos, and how marketers are using sadvertisements to successfully target audiences, break through the noise and generate media coverage.…
Top Three Emotional Christmas Videos
The Christmas season is not all glitter and gold. It is also a prime opportunity for advertisers to tug at our emotional heartstrings and have us trading tinsel for tissue, as we watch emotional Christmas ads. Christmas is a favourite holiday to many, bringing happiness and joy, however, it is can also be a sad season for those who will…
10 ways tech has changed Thanksgiving
The American Thanksgiving holidays are just a few days away. It is time to gather with loved ones and be reminded of our blessings. The Mad Hatter’s are very grateful for technology, as Mad Hatter Technology would not be able to offer our clients services such as website design, content management systems, mass email campaigns, responsive websites…
Beyond Post-It Notes: Cool Display Technology from 3M
Competing for customer attention with signage and displays is a challenge particularly with the visual and auditory noise that surrounds us. Display screens are expensive and disrupt your visual displays and high quality static display print is also costly. Thanks to the wizards of 3M, you now have an alternative. Vikuiti™ is…
The Many Faces of Christie Digital
For the Canada 3.0 and SIGGraph 2011 conferences, Christie Digital wanted to do something different than a vendor booth. Mad Hatter Technology suggested taking existing Christie Digital marketing videos and editing them to adapt into a non-rectangular digital display. This bookshelf was custom built to support this unique snake…