The effectiveness of a brand's messaging is crucial, as exemplified by Quibi's Super Bowl commercial, which failed to convey the essence of its streaming service. Instead of explicitly stating its purpose, the ad only referenced the concept of a 'Quibi' as a 'quick bite' of content under ten minutes. This highlights the need for clear communication of a product's value and functionality to ensure potential users understand its core offering. In contrast, the pandemic-driven surge in TikTok usage showcases a platform that successfully captured audience attention by resonating with users' needs and behaviors.
Today on the flagship podcast of what the future of Kindle turns out to be:
We’re once again trying out a couple of our favorite new show formats.
In Version History, we talk through the whole story of Quibi, from its early days as NewTV to its extremely ill-timed launch to its ultimate demise.
Next, we try out our as-yet-untitled debate show. The Verge’s Kevin Nguyen and Alex Cranz take on a surprisingly contentious topic: is the future of books print or digital?
Later, producer Andru Marino answers a question from The Vergecast Hotline about a very unusual shopping situation for MP3 players.
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