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Interesting article about how Apple is now on a course similar to other techno companies -- "tweaking" their products and using timely release dates to maximize profits. But will they be able to innovate?

This article discusses high broadband costs in Canada

This article is written by Jason Cassidy from this year's graduating MPC class. He touches on how social media platforms are becoming more visually focused. Also, there is an increasing "mobile-first strategy" mentality - that websites and applications are being developed on mobile platforms before a compatible desktop version is available. "Images get consumers thinking, stimulate conversations and motivate actions and purchasing decisions."

Great article about a relatively new communications strategy/software to reach out to customers to raise start up capital.

Interesting article about our dependence on mobile technology when traveling. I also found it related well to the discussion this week and the readings on virtual teams and virtual organizations.

The author makes an interesting argument about how cellphone use and constant data connection has become "domesticated" in the last five years. He makes a strong case for being cut off every once and awhile.

Dieter Rams is an industrial designer known for his work with Braun. His famous principles of good design can be distilled by the "less is more" ethos. His legacy is felt strongly at Apple, a company renowned for the sublime designs of its products.