Archives for the "Pricing" tag
Apple: Same value, lower price?
In this entry, I analyze the differences between the old MacBook Pro and the new MacBook, based on Steve Jobs' announcement that it was the same functionality for $700 less. Sometimes, one has to do the research to discover whether something is true or not.
Tags: Apple, Google, Intel, Pricing, United States, Wi-Fi
In Business, Technology
Is high volatility the new normal?
Looking at the fluctuation of the Dow over the last few weeks, I noticed a pattern of increased volatility. In this entry, I try to present some of what I'm looking at and hope that readers will help me better understand that data.
Tags: Data, Google, Markets, Pricing, Trends
In Business
Paid Content on a tiered structure
Reports that AT&T is planning on introducing a pre-paid card for online content show some potential new developments in the online space. If we were to follow the model further, we could see something new developing, with companies offering a basket of content for a fixed price. For example, imagine you would like to get [...]
Tags: AOL, AT&T, Cable TV, Content, Pricing, Strategy, United States, online world
In Business, Media, Technology
Boo’s Rebirth
They say that fashion is cyclical. If that’s so, Boo.com’s return wouldn’t come as a surprise. As you know, Boo.com was one of the biggest Internet failures, burning through over $100 million in investments before closing its doors. However, Boo’s story did not end with the site closing. Fashionmall.com bought the domain name and is [...]
Tags: Europe, Pricing, Strategy, United States, Yahoo
In Business, Technology
