Category: entertainment
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Inside the Mind of a Tech Enthusiast.
Let me share an article appeared today in la Libre Belgique. Here’s a concise summary of the article from La Libre Belgique in English: In conclusion, stepping out of one’s expert zone, as you have done, can lead to a richer, more fulfilling professional and personal life. Your journey serves as an inspiring example of
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The Proliferation and Potential of Gamification in Retail Banking
The Proliferation and Potential of Gamification in Retail Banking. Excellent article regarding Gamification. I’m fan of this subject and I’m sure this will be the major trend in the coming years.
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SmartGlass Xbox is Smart, via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
I had the chance to be at E3, LA this year. In case you missed it during E3 this year, Microsoft is aiming to link up all of your devices to create a true harmony. Xbox SmartGlass will allow your devices to sync up together in a way that you’ll never miss a moment or
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Happy 10th (European) birthday Xbox!
Happy 10th (European) birthday Xbox! On this day in 2002 the original Xbox launched in Europe. What is your first Xbox memory?
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What is the future of Gaming & Entertainment ? [SlideShare]
Yesterady, I had the pleasure to give a presentation on the Future of Entertainment in Luxembourg, for LU-CIX, http://www.lu-cix.lu/speakers-list.html LU-CIX stands for Luxembourg Commercial Internet exchange. LU-CIX was founded in 2009 based on a cross-industries initiative set up by major national and international Internet players, with the aim of developing the Internet in Luxembourg.
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How to Control Your Xbox with your Windows Phone ? via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
We have fantastic news for you. The Xbox Companion application for Windows Phone 7 is available for download today. Basically, it will connect your Windows Phone to your TV. Don’t forget checking out the killer video that shows all of the new things that will be possible with an Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE and Kinect
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What is the Future of TV ? It begins Now on Xbox 360, via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
A revolution is happening in the living room. Xbox 360 is transforming how you enjoy TV entertainment and is giving you the power to control it with your voice. The next generation of TV entertainment begins with the announcement by Microsoft Corp. of the launch of an all-new Xbox 360 experience including the first group
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The end of Business as Usual ……. via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
I’m passionated about the impact of new technologies on consumer behavior. In that framework, I’ve developed a new approach called close contact marketing that I’m presentating in a confertence called “are you a white belt or black belt marketer” The spirit in Close Contact Marketing is basic: Treating your consumer with respect is the best
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Vote for David Merzel as Marketer of the Year (more info)
Vote for Me on Here is what we have achieved thanks to this creative approach. • Successful launch of Kinect / Xbox 360 thru a very innovative marketing approach. • Our division has doubled its turnover in less than three years. • Steve Ballmer, Microsoft CEO, rewarded my Team as the most successful division worldwide.
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#Kinect got the FUN AWARD Price 2 times in a ROW in Belgium, via @davidmerzel’s BLOG.
Kinect Games got the FUN AWARD Price 2 times in a ROW, in Belgium. Great recognition from the cnsumers and A big thank to my TEAM to make this happen !!! Game Sports 2 for Kinect / Xbox 360 has been recognized as prefered game by kids from 4 years old. Watch these video to discover Game Sports 2 for
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How Gaming will save the World ? [video], via @davidmerzel’s BLOG.
How Gaming will save the World ?
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Have you GREAT IDEAS with KINECT ? Official Kinect Developer Kit is now available for download ! via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
When we launched Kinect last year it was greeted with amazing enthusiasm by consumers, resulting in sales of over 10m units at last count – and a place in the Guinness World Book of Records as the fastest selling consumer electronics device of all time. Another community greeted Kinect with just as much enthusiasm
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Video games dominate Hollywood in release week sales [infographic], via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
This infographic breaks down the domination gaming has over movies from a sheer numbers-perspective. While the money-making is strong for many summer Movie releases, they often pale in comparison to big game releases. Much of it can be attributed to the prices – a newly released video game costs much more than the price of
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We are hiring Marketing & Sales talents at Microsoft Belgium ! via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
As you probably know, Kinect is the fastest selling consumer electronics device ever (Guiness Book of Wold Records) In order to sustain growth on Kinect / Xbox and other key Microsoft Consumer Products sold in Retail (Office, Windows PC, Windows Phone, PC Hardware), we are hiring Marketing & Sales talents at Microsoft, in Belgium /
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E3 2011 Microsoft PR Conference : key highlights.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 – Activision Activision opened the show with the first gameplay footage of their newest release in their action packed franchise. As always, Xbox 360 owners will get all the content first for this game. Make sure you ask Santa for this one! Tomb Raider – Crystal Dynamics Go on
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EA Press Conference @ E3 2011, Los Angeles, via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
Electronic Arts began their keynote by enthusiastically stating how they don’t have “random celebrity guests” but only games. Take-out and key demos / trailers from this EA Press Conference @ E3 2011 (Los-Angeles) Mass Effect 3 dated, March 6th, 2012. Need For Speed: The Run announced. There are out-of-car gameplay segments. The Sims Social announced. Play out Facebook events
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Ubisoft Press Conference E3 [my notes from Los-Angeles], via @davidmerzel’s BLOG
Just seen the Ubisoft Press Conference E3. Some great stuff to come. First, the launch of Assassin’s Creed Revelations in November. Then, Rayman which seems great. Take a look at the demo here-below. Interesting new concept called Rocksmith and you can plug your own guitar. I really want to test it tomorrow at E3. Rabbids
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