YouTube channels Strombo's Musical Roots
The Dog Days are Over Do you remember watching music videos on TV? I recently wrote about the Top Twitter Tunes Of Summer 16, and included our teams favourite tunes. While we were chatting about music, we took a walk down memory lane and were reminded of the days when you would have to turn on the TV to see the latest music videos and…
Snowden Secrets
Snowden was released this past weekend and what better way to spend a Saturday afternoon, than to take in the movie about the man who created all kinds of conversation across the globe when he leaked private NSA information in 2013. A touchy and technical topic, Edward Snowden leaked classified information from the NSA…
The Social Impact of Virtual Reality
There is this myth that virtual reality is going to be a solo experience. That couldn't be further from the truth. From Facebook to TOMS to LiveLike, designers and developers are looking to put social at the core of virtual reality. Facebook Since Facebook acquired Oculus Rift in 2014, the development teams at Facebook have…
Tech Talks Small Biz #geekweekWr
Yesterday evening, Kitchener City Hall was full of small business owners and local tech companies who joined together to create conversation surrounding the importance of digital engagement. Trends, tips and an assortment of other topics were discussed, and the evening ended with a Q&A and one-on-one Meet the Expert with panel experts and…
Snapchat is NYFW’s hottest trend
If you are a fashionista and keeping up with the New York Fashion Week (NYFW) buzz, you might have noticed a new trend that has little to do with garments and more to do with garnering attention on Snapchat. The popular mobile app seems to be in high demand this season, as the go-to social messaging app for fashion designers, and we…
Our Favourite Five iOS 10's Improvements
Apple's long awaited iOS 10 is now available for the majority of iPhone/iPad/iPod users. As with every new operating system, it comes with a whole host of bells, wishes, and changes. We've assembled our five favourite features of this newest update below! 1. Siri gets a makeover! Siri gets a well-needed makeover…
Cool Klio Cinemagraphs
Have you ever thought you saw something that is supposed to be still, move? Cinemagraphs are an emerging trend in digital art. Unique, custom, cool, intriguing and entertaining - the new wave of art is inspiring and attractive in workplaces and homes. Get out GIF, there's a new illusion in town. A…
Subway's New Logo Has a "Fresh" Spin on an Old Favourite
After fifteen years, Subway is getting a new logo. In order to aggressively compete in the food services industry, the restaurant is in the process of rebranding itself and refreshing its image. The restaurant was established in Connecticut in 1965 by a 17 year old boy, Fred DeLuca. Originally, his intent was to run the restaurant in order to pay…
Your Own Fairy Godmother: Disney's Customization of Experience
Just under 150,000 individual people visit one of the four Disney World parks every day. That's one quarter of the population of Vancouver, British Columbia or the entire population of Oshawa. Even with these massive groups of people, Disney sets the bar high for customization of experience through it's two intertwined technologies: the Magic Band…
Top Twitter Tunes of Summer 16
Summer Sixteen may be officially over, but you wouldn’t know it by the gorgeous weather outside. With temperatures still in the 30s, it might still feel like summer as you start a new school year or are back at work after the long weekend. Good news - it can still sound like summer too! Twitter recently revealed new data that shows which…
Tech Trends - September 2016
Though summer isn't officially over until September 21st, it tends to feel like fall for many of us. Students are back to school, summer shorts are stored away and Halloween decorations are already on store shelves. Labour Day weekend was as long as it was lovely, but as we fall into fall, leaves begin to change…
iPhone Camera Features That Every Photographer Uses
Nowadays, we are increasingly being bombarded by new technology and features. Sometimes so much we just can’t keep up with it and end up not using devices to their full potential. As soon as we are a little familiar with a device, there is a new one around the corner. Most of us don’t think twice and ended up upgrading within the first year.…
Cineplex #WeatherOrNot
Movies and popcorn are a match made in heaven. So it should come as no surprise that the team at Cineplex Entertainment has come up with an innovative promotion that is centered around a popcorn bag full of surprises. Cineplex Entertainment set up the oversized popcorn bag in “Lightning Alley” in Windsor, Ontario, which is known to get…
Immersive Imagineering & Disney's Use of 360 Degree Video
Disney’s engineers Imagineers have a long and magical history of integrating new technology. As an adaptive company, Disney continues to infuse the nostalgia of their first entertainment pieces, such as Snow White or Disneyland, with current and future digital practices. With a variety of engagement strategies, one of their most popular tactics…
Temporary Tech Tattoos
DuoSkin Wearables Can you imagine controlling your smartphone by swiping your skin? Treating your skin like a touch screen?! Decorating your body as a device?! Wearable tech has made a massive change. Leaders from MIT Media Lab and Microsoft have worked together in order to develop a wearable tattoo that…
‘Mini Rio’ Project a True Tribute
Imagine living in a city like Rio De Janeiro. A city famous for its lively spirit and culture, beautiful beaches, unique landmarks, colourful festivals and the recent buzz around hosting the 2016 Olympics. Doesn't it sound like a good candidate for illustration masterpiece in a form of pictograms? It did to digital designer, Fabio Lopez! Fabio…
Disney's Imagineering of Mobile and Geo-location Technology in their Magic Band
In eight glorious days, I will be in the sun-soaked land of Orlando, Florida in the happiest place in the world. You guessed it - I’ll be calling the Coronado Spring Resort at Disney World home for a glorious week. Being the techie that I am, one of the most exciting parts of this experience is getting up close and personal with Disney’s Magic…
Experiential Marketing
Experiential marketing creates opportunities for brands to engage with with current, and prospective clients. Being able to experience the brand offline and connect as opposed to messages being pushed out and being recognized as advertising / marketing is a better way to connect, and resonate with individuals. The ability…
Snapchat your way to the Voice - TV Meets Tech
If you ever wanted to be part of a hit TV show, it is now easier than ever. NBCUniversal announced today in a press release, that it has debuted the first-of-a-kind Snapchat television partnership called “The Voice on Snapchat.” The five-episode series can be found on Snapchat Discover every Monday, starting today, and is based…
Celebrating Women in the Olympics Through Design
What an amazing tribute to female athletes! Wendy Fox, a graphic designer and illustrator from Australia, has struck gold with her latest project. Her project, Women’s Gold Medalists, is gaining a lot of recognition because of its unique approach in showcasing women’s strength. With the use of infographics, Wendy captures the athleticism…