As a coincidence, I noticed from Google Insights for Search that there was some sort of correlation between web search interests in "American Idol" (singing competition on US television) and "iPhone" (Apple smartphone).  Looking at the time series graph, it appears that American Idol searches are seasonal from January to May each year, which correspond to the months which this television series is broadcast.  As soon as American Idol interest drops in June, searches for iPhone spike in the…

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Skokie, IL (June 3, 2011): RFL Communications, Inc., publisher of four different market research newsletters, announced it will host the “ROI on MR Conference” this July 27-28 at The Gleacher Center in downtown Chicago.

 

“In 2006, RFL Communications was the first to bring serious questions about the quality of online market research data to the research industry’s attention,” explained RFL President, Editor & Publisher Bob Lederer. “Our initiatives that spotlighted…

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Ironically, a recession that is making consumer understanding even more necessary has also led to a reduction in market research budgets and shrinking head counts. There’s less money and fewer people to conduct research at a time when it’s more important than ever! more...

Source: Virtual Surveys Blog