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The Future – Now!

Aug05
2011 Written by Jimmy

Have you ever marveled at the wonderful technological gadgets used in futuristic films, where the James Bonds of 2060 are guided through the geographical, social, cultural, and political facets of the territory which they are about to invade by the charming voice of a machine? Well, here is the new, post-reading Wikipedia for you: QWiki.

The idea is simple – and straight out to the movies. Instead of reading through long paragraphs of textual information, which some might find strenuous, you listen to the narration of a smart lady who gives you all the essentials. Meanwhile, you get to enjoy some animated pictures and videos to visualize the content. READ MORE »

Posted in Online Services

Mediaboom – Straight into the 1940s

Jul15
2011 Written by Jimmy

The world of media and marketing agencies is tough. To stand out is even tougher. But the website created by mediaBOOM, an interactive agency based in Connecticut, USA is simply so outstanding that whether or not you intend to become their client, you are immediately compelled to stay on and explore. Tall buildings and broad avenues that are reminiscent of the New York of the 1940s complete with a fitting theme song provide not only a background, they provide an atmosphere. Its an immersive experience that takes you throughout the mediaBOOM city and allows you to explore the companies vast portfolio piece by piece. READ MORE »

Posted in Creativity, Website Recommendations, Website Reviews

Revitalizing a Neighborhood

Jun24
2011 1 Comment Written by Jimmy

Union Station, Denver, CO.photo © 2006 Paul Swansen | more info (via: Wylio)The internet helps lead the way into the future. But only rarely do we see sites that combine the cutting-edge knowledge of the latest JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3 enhancements with innovations in urban planning. Like so many urban centers across the United States, Denvers Union Station Neighborhood has suffered intensely over the last decades, from the biases towards suburban living and the automobile as well as failed attempts in “urban renewal”. Once, Denvers Union Station was a gateway between the Great Plains and the West, during the second half of the twentieth century the inevitable decline led to the collapse of a whole neighborhood. READ MORE »

Posted in Creativity, Website Recommendations, Website Reviews

Magnum Pleasure Hunt

Jun20
2011 1 Comment Written by Jimmy

Here is a creative idea that combines the joys of a jump-and-run with some pretty creative advertising. In the Magnum Pleasure Hunt you become the beautiful heroine that masters multiple levels on the hunt for the tasty Magnum pleasure bites spread across the screen. Just in time for the summer, you will certainly develop a craving for the new hazelnut temptation. But be careful: There is the danger of addiction. I am not talking about the ice-cream (I haven’t tried that yet) – it’s the game that will get you hooked! READ MORE »

Posted in Fun and Games, Online Games, Website Recommendations, Website Reviews

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