A look at 2017’s comic sales figures, as reported by Comichron and ICv2. While sales are down overall, the medium’s main strength is in graphic novel sales.
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The value of Amazon Prime’s services, plus a look at alternatives
A look at the value (via an infographic) of each Amazon Prime service, as well as non-Amazon alternatives that are available.
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Time Warner is now known as WarnerMedia; also: what does AT&T now own?
AT&T has announced that Time Warner’s new name will be “WarnerMedia,” camel case and all. But what assets does AT&T now own?
Read more Amazon’s 2017 US online sales beat its rivals combined
Amazon dominates online sales, but to what degree do they do so? To a very lopsided degree, based on recent revenue figures.
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How to manage older blog posts
I take a look at some tips, plus an infographic, on how to handle older blog posts, as part of regular blog maintenance duties.
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Who are the most popular superheroes?
A look at the most popular superheroes among the general public, as well as the most familiar ones outside of comic fan circles.
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What’s the future of compact discs?
Compact disc sales are at their lowest point since 1987, according to latest figures. The long-term future of the once-ubiquitous music format looks dim.
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Toys R Us is shutting down
Iconic toy store chain Toys R Us has announced it’s shutting down for good. I look at what led to the store’s demise, plus some comics- and animation-related memories.
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“Black Panther” is now the most successful Black superhero film of all time
“Black Panther”‘s still pulling in strong box office as of this writing. But how popular is it compared to other superhero films starring Black characters?
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Streaming services made up nearly half of all US home video spending in 2017
A look at home video sales for 2017, including the continued decline in DVD/Blu-Ray sales, plus the fortunes of streaming, Redbox kiosks, and even old-fashioned video rental stores.
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