Marketplace Tech for Friday, November 22, 2013
Nov 22, 2013

Marketplace Tech for Friday, November 22, 2013

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Once upon a time, competition in online retailing was about being able to offer you anything you wanted. Then, it was about free shipping, one-day shipping, free returns... Now, online retailers are trying to stand-out by offering "curated lists." We give you a list of sites that offered "curated" experiences. And, it's Friday. Hope you've been paying attention to this week's tech news. It's time for another edition of Silicon Tally, Marketplace Tech's weekly quiz.

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5 sites that will curate your shopping for you

Nov 22, 2013
This holiday season is all about 'curation': Top 10 gift lists, lists for items under $50, under $100…you get the idea.

How many galaxies can you see? This week's Silicon Tally

Nov 22, 2013
3 hours. 20-50 photos. 50 students. 11 percent. 7 billionaires. 3 galaxies. 4 flavors. Do you know what these numbers mean?

London Tube rides go high tech

Nov 22, 2013
Starting soon, London Underground riders will be able to enjoy WiFi and other services.

Xbox One doesn't look backwards

Nov 22, 2013
Critics are complaining the Xbox One isn't backwards compatible.

Once upon a time, competition in online retailing was about being able to offer you anything you wanted. Then, it was about free shipping, one-day shipping, free returns… Now, online retailers are trying to stand-out by offering “curated lists.” We give you a list of sites that offered “curated” experiences. And, it’s Friday. Hope you’ve been paying attention to this week’s tech news. It’s time for another edition of Silicon Tally, Marketplace Tech’s weekly quiz.

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