Mobile: Page 186
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Opinion
Is limiting the unlimited the way to serve the mobile appetite?
New tools by Google and Apple will soon let users control their screen time, but will also impact marketing campaigns, writes Possible Mobile's Jeff Hasen.
By Jeff Hasen • June 12, 2018 -
Hyundai readies social scavenger hunt for 'Ant-Man' sequel
The carmaker will place 500 toy versions of the Veloster model around Los Angeles and share clues about their locations on Facebook and Instagram.
By Robert Williams • June 12, 2018 -
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Top stories that underscore the leading influences on retail marketing, including Gen Z, pop culture and generative AI.
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Report: Snapchat ad prices plummet
The image-sharing app has the lowest prices for ad placements among social media platforms.
By Robert Williams • June 12, 2018 -
Kraft chisels personalized cheese sculptures that look like dad for Father's Day
The brand is auctioning off five of the sharp cheddar-based busts on eBay as a last-minute gift idea, with proceeds going to Feeding America.
By Erica Sweeney • June 12, 2018 -
Facebook launches gaming video platform to battle Twitch
Fb.gg serves as a hub of games streaming on the social giant and lets users subscribe to esports celebrities' channels.
By Robert Williams • June 11, 2018 -
Macy's recruits employees as brand ambassadors
The department store hopes transforming its employees into social media influencers will drive both brand connection and sales.
By Robert Williams • June 11, 2018 -
Rakuten acquires mobile pickup platform Curbside
The deal comes at a time when mobile ordering and pickup are becoming more popular, making the space competitive.
By Robert Williams • June 11, 2018 -
Disney promotes 'Aladdin' Broadway musical with VR
A 360-degree video immerses viewers in a performance as facts about the show appear.
By Robert Williams • June 11, 2018 -
Kellogg's opens NYC cereal café to World Cup watch parties
Working with the soccer-focused agency Eat Soccer, the brand created an immersive kitchen and special nooks for fans to take Instagram selfies.
By Erica Sweeney • June 11, 2018 -
Location data is a boon for marketers, study says
Surveyed marketers said location data drove new customer acquisition, response rates and engagement levels.
By Robert Williams • June 8, 2018 -
Snapchat, SeatGeek partner on in-app ticket buying
The Los Angeles Football Club is the first team to sell tickets through Snapchat Stories.
By Robert Williams • June 8, 2018 -
Ericsson's ad tool ties location, carrier data for verification
Emodo Audiences uses the information to pre-verify mobile audiences and ad inventory to avoid wasted spend.
By Robert Williams • June 8, 2018 -
Subaru saw 17% jump in site traffic from Amazon-focused mobile push
The carmaker sidestepped the rush among competitors to advertise on TV during NFL games and took a more targeted digital approach.
By Chris Kelly • June 8, 2018 -
H&M tests voice-activated mirrors at NYC flagship
Smooth-talking mirrors deliver magazine-cover selfies, style suggestions and QR code discounts.
By Daphne Howland • June 8, 2018 -
Column
Campaign Trail: IHOP's mystery name change; Wendy's ditches the snark; Planet Fitness examines 'dad bods'
"IHOb" sets Twitter into a frenzy, while a burger chain leaves behind the beef and a Father's Day promo misses the mark.
By Peter Adams , Chantal Tode , Chris Kelly • June 8, 2018 -
Facebook funds news shows from Fox News, CNN for Watch
The social networking giant is far from the only social media network cozying up to publishers now that there's a bigger focus on quality content.
By Robert Williams • June 7, 2018 -
Stance offers mobile self-checkout without an app download
The sock and underwear retailer lets customers use their smartphone's web browser to buy products with Apple Pay, Google Pay or a credit card.
By Robert Williams • June 7, 2018 -
Forrester: Mobile will drive 72% of growth in online video ad spend
Mobile’s share of the online video ad market will grow from 50% this year to 59% by 2023.
By Robert Williams • June 7, 2018 -
Facebook opens up Marketplace to business ads
Retailers Thread Wallets and FabFitFun have boosted their returns on ad spend with the social network's new classified section ads.
By Robert Williams • June 7, 2018 -
Budweiser ties search to its music history through OOH displays
Ads urge passersby to Google terms like "1969, musicians, sessions, Budweiser," which turns up a photo of the Rolling Stones with cans of the beer.
By Erica Sweeney • June 7, 2018 -
ComScore, PushSpring partner to merge mobile ad planning and buying
Marketers can target ads based on mobile app consumption, demographics and location.
By Robert Williams • June 6, 2018 -
KitchenAid boosts social media engagement 85%
The appliance brand focused on responding to customer questions about deliveries and repairs.
By Robert Williams • June 6, 2018 -
Facebook tests Musical.ly competitor called 'Lip Sync Live'
Users can choose from song titles to personalize videos and challenge friends to a lip sync battle.
By Robert Williams • June 6, 2018 -
Survey: Employee advocacy outweighs influencer marketing
Social marketers see the tactic as a cost-effective, scalable alternative to micro-influencers, Sprout Social found.
By Robert Williams • June 6, 2018 -
How data and a luxe experience boosted Tea Forte's ROI 20x
Can a high-end brand maintain its air of exclusivity when a pressured environment requires being on Amazon?
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • June 6, 2018