That should be Maingear’s new motto as we venture out after spending the last four months in COVID-19 quarantine. Their new Classic Backpack ($99) has more pockets than my old pair of tech jeans allowing us to pack up and move out.
Truthfully, the folks at Maingear aimed this product at gamers so they can pack up their gaming laptops and tons of accessories, but we also see it as a must have for offspring (hopefully) returning to school, taking your office with you and, of course, just packing up a pile of “stuff” and hitting the road.
Service Bundles Can’t Get Between the Content, Viewer
By Andy Marken
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“Ever since the first day I laid eyes on your very fine person, I got caught up in your Adam's apple. Oh, I've been dreaming about it. And I can't tell whether I want to tear it out with my fingers or my teeth.” – Ernestine Rivers, “If Beale Street Could Talk ,” Annapurna Pictures, 2018
We don’t care what you say, a well-executed con is a beautiful thing.
You know, like in The Sting and Catch Me If You Can .
Entertainment Options Pave the Way for New Viewing Habits
By Andy Marken
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“Made a crazy risk. You gamble and it's - about to pay off.” – Howard Ratner, “ Uncut Gems ,” Elara Pictures, 2020
Even though it takes many shapes and forms today, sex still sells.
The next sure-fire selling idea is fear.
AVOD Will Become Consumers’ Everyday Viewing Choice
By Andy Marken
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“This may come as a shock to you, but I've never been in a beauty pageant before! I don't even own a dress! I don't even own a brush!” – Gracie Hart, “Miss Congeniality ,” Castle Rock Entertainment, 2000
I couldn’t believe my ears … my wife said I was right!
She’s been okay with our switching from Pay TV to streaming.
Doesn’t miss the 20 minutes of monotonous, repeat ads we had to “pay” in order to watch a TV show or movie.
We not only saved serious money but quickly discovered we weren’t tied to the networks’ schedules.