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Nokia/Apple Conflict

Nokia Oyj won a two-year patent conflict with Apple Inc., in a settlement that awards a one-time payment along with royalties to the Finnish handset maker. The two mobile-phone makers have been in litigation since…


Footwear Markets Worldwide

This is an analysis of the retail level worldwide markets for Footwear  by the following Product Categories/Segments: Athletic Footwear, Outdoor/Rugged, Casual, Dress/Formal, and Footwear Accessories. Comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle…


Technology’s Effect on Sleeplessness

Many Americans fail to get a good night’s rest, and a lack of restful sleep can lead to unsafe driving, reduced productivity, and reduced quality of health. Dr. Charles Czeisler of Brigham and Women’s Hospital…


iPad 2 on Sale at Best Buy

Apple fans can rejoice at the release of the new iPad 2, which will be available at 1,150 Best Buy stores beginning at 5:00pm on March 11. In anticipation of what is sure to be…


KitchenAid Sets The Bar Higher For Stand Mixers

KitchenAid stands alone when it comes to manufacturing a durable mixer that can handle the rigorous mixing tasks of both professional and home cooks. Introducing its first stand mixer in 1919, cooks worldwide have trusted…



Microsoft-Nokia Partnership Will Spur Growth

The Microsoft-Nokia deal to put Windows Phone 7 on millions of cell phones gives both companies a chance to carve into the mobile market. The deal could also save them down the road by opening…


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The New Internet Mall

A company named Payvment Inc. has created a new way to shop for Facebook subscribers. The company has constructed a platform that will allow other business to have a store on the social network. Almost…



Competitors Cannot Match iPad’s Success

The biggest surprise when Apple released the iPad was the price of $500. The iPad is still the best-selling product of its kind. Competitors have had trouble producing and successfully marketing any products near the…