WIRED shares their top 10 favorite laptop picks, from brands like Apple, Microsoft, and more. via WIRED.

This WIRED article summarizes a TED Talk by Anil Seth, arguing that consciousness is intertwined with being human and that our brains function as prediction engines. via WIRED

Diageo used a VR experience to showcase The Singleton whisky, leading to 20% of participants purchasing a bottle. via The Drum

Facebook Pixel will soon track more user data, like button clicks and page info. via Adweek.

Wired released their Next List 2017, highlighting 20 tech visionaries who are creating the future of business.

A study found that mobile ads may be contributing to crowded subway platforms during peak hours. via recode

Samuel Scott's article in The Drum discusses the impact of ad-blocking on the future of digital marketing and the potential need for a return to brand-building. via The Drum

Cool Tools recommends helpful tools and tips for travel and everyday life, including websites for tracking Amazon prices and practicing gratitude. via Cool Tools

Cannabis cocktails, while gaining popularity, come with legal and health risks due to the unpredictable side effects of mixing cannabis and alcohol. via Imbibe Magazine.

99 Ranch Market, specializing in Asian foods/brands, recently opened in downtown Jersey City - find out what the new market has to offer. via Jersey City Upfront.

Brad Bennett reviews a pair of Japanese-made jeans, available in a variety of washes. Photos and purchasing information are also included. via Well Spent

Smart home device installations grew significantly in 2016, with more than half of consumers planning to buy one in the next two years. via ReadWrite