Joost Trying to Play Catch Up

As online video (particularly online TV) grows in popularity, at least one provider has been left in the rear view mirror. Joost, which excited many people upon its launch, isn't so exciting anymore.

iSkoot Brings Social Networking IMs to Mobile with Ex-Facebook App

iSkoot, a company that is known for its solutions for the use of VoIP on mobile devices, is looking to branch out its services, and is doing so with its purchase of social network IM client Social.IM. Social.IM gained some popularity as a way for Facebook users to chat, but Facebook eventually released their own application for this purpose.

Facebook Redesign Days Away

Facebook's discussed its plans, altered them according to developers' feedback, and given users an opportunity to step forward or hang back as they please.  Now, whether folks are ready or not, Facebook will roll out its new profile design over the next week or so.

Microsoft Seinfeld Ad Not Exactly a Hit

The first of those Jerry Seinfeld/Bill Gates Microsoft commercials has made its way into the public eye - an eye that most wish had remained closed. Microsoft's attempt to bring some humor into their advertising campaign, and presumably to outdo the Justin Long Mac commercials, has been met with an overwhelming amount of criticism.