Posts tagged mn
Why I am skipping sxsw
Mar 10th
Another year, another missed SXSW.
But why? Why would a jetsetting, young, social interactive nerd and tech analyst skip a trip to Austin, TX in the middle of winter?
Well, the first reason is what I call the MV ratio-money to value.
SXSW would cost me about a grand, all things considered. For one, that’s a pretty big investment for a college kid working at a startup.
So, what would my ROI be?
- Meeting other like minded people
- Hangovers
- Swag
- Foursquare badges
Notice that I didn’t say “valuable content” on that list. Thats because I can get that same content, sitting in MN, on my MacBook.
I also dont know how you all are able to take off so much work for this. I am up to my eyeballs in client work-it would be nearly impossible to get out to SXSW, even for a weekend.
I would love to go one year. However, this just isn’t the year. I am looking forward to rocking out with the #notatsxsw crew, and following all of you in Austin.
Minnedemo second half
Feb 5th
Mobilerealityapp: platform for mobile reality apps, branded for the company. A buyer side app that let’s users search the MLS mobile, all with a really nice UI. Customer can schedule showings right from the app
Milemarker: idea capture for businesses. Groups, ideas and projects. Has collection widgets to capture ideas and feedback.
Judah: super feature heavy biz app meant to be a one interface tool for all your biz needs. Really cool sharing features and collab features built in.
Mobile roots: helps companies quickly deploy apps. First one is for politicians. CAn do rss news, and update on the fly. You can customize the whole apps look and feel on the fly. Doing android app as well, and browser based too. Pricing is solid too-$500 setup and $40/ month.
Webslide: a better way to share work with clients. A browser based presentation that looks to be a great way to present clients to keep everyone together.
That’s all 10. I see a ton of potential with this, and want to be on stage next demo
Minnedemo quick hits
Feb 5th
Here are my quick thought on the first three presenters. I will add new posts for the rest.
ArtsApp: online media application management for arts students. Really cool idea that you can check out at artsapp.com. I see a ton of uses or helping many schools application processes.
Relicloud: a cloud hosting service from visi. Launches Monday and looks decent.
Pedalbrain: super cool integrated iPhone accescories and app that turn the iPhone into an Amazing bike computer. One of the first really cool hardware addons to the iPhone I have seen.
