Reticle Research Report Update: October 2021
Welcome to the free edition of The Reticle Research Report (R3), where we share the focus of recent posts that subscribers can access as well as point to other commentary. As always, you can sign up for a two-month trial subscription to R3 at this link: https://r3tech.substack.com/1e36740e
In the Paid Subscription Edition of R3
We discussed how the major streaming services fared at the Emmys and shared exclusive, original data and analysis on what drives premium video subscriptions and how major subscription motivators are poised to change. Among the data findings: more than twice as many consumers cited broad content as a subscription motivator versus access to franchises.
Coming off the device announcements coming out of Lenovo Tech World and Apple’s September media event, we shared exclusive, original data on consumer interest in the application of tablets as second screens and their implication for vendor-driven ecosystems. Among the data findings: a dramatic difference in terms of consumer interest among those who had multiple devices in the Apple ecosystems.
Other Commentary
ZDNet
As we emerge from the pandemic, we looked at how converging factors continue to favor growth in streaming game services. We also evaluated the possible rationale Microsoft used in launching the Surface Laptop Studio, and weighed in on how Apple’s redesign of the iPad mini finally resolved its value equation versus the baseline iPad,
Sustainable Insights
In our ongoing Medium series of articles on the influence of corporate sustainability initaitives, we evaluated the outcomes discussed at Climate Week NYC in a two-part series focused on themes and actions.
Techspansive
Our weekly podcast with economist Shawn Dubravac of Avrio Institute discussed major tech news events, including a detailed look at Microsoft’s new Surface offerings, Apple’s September announcements, Facebook’s foray into smart glasses, and Apple’s app store concessions.
In the Media
In September, we spoke to the media about the significance of the iPad mini refresh, the state of TV pricing, the dynamics of TikTok vs. YouTube. Members of the media seeking commentary for stories can contact us at media@reticleresearch.com or visit our media page for more information.
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About Ross Rubin
Ross Rubin is the founder and principal analyst at Reticle Research and the editor of R3. The former chief research fellow at Jupiter Research (acquired by Forrester Research) and executive director at The NPD Group, he has been a technology industry analyst for over 20 years and developed research services delivering consumer insights at four market research firms. He is also a contributor to ZDNet and Fast Company, hosts the Techschanges interview series (YouTube and podcast), and co-hosts the Techspansive podcast.
Ross holds no investing position in any technology companies. Companies mentioned in R3 may be past or current clients of Reticle Research. They are not consulted regarding its content.