Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 04/29 - Do Millennials Want Vertical TVs?
Apr 29, 2019
Spotify celebrates a new milestone with over 100 million paying subscribers as tech earnings season wraps up. Marriott is stepping into the vacation rental market, ready to compete with Airbnb. Superzoom lenses are making waves in smartphone photography, perfect for capturing family moments. Meanwhile, Samsung believes millennials are craving vertical TVs. The tech world is buzzing with changes, from internet sales tax laws to the evolving bike-sharing scene in China.
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Spotify vs. Apple Music
- Spotify hit 100 million paying subscribers, exceeding Apple Music globally.
- However, Apple Music leads in the US with 28 million subscribers versus Spotify's 26 million.
Legacy Players Entering New Markets
- Legacy automakers could challenge Tesla with their resources and experience.
- A similar narrative applies to hotels entering the home rental market.
Hotels vs. Airbnb
- Hotels are leveraging their resources to compete with Airbnb.
- Marriott launched Homes and Villas, offering luxury rentals with Bonvoy points integration.
