Makna Black Friday dan Cyber Monday

By Mel Fabrikant    Sunday, November 13, 2011, 05:53 PM EST   

Last year, the National Retail Federation reported that 212 million people hit the shopping aisles on Black Friday and spent an estimated $45 billion while CNNMoney.com reported that virtual shoppers spent 1.1 billion on Cyber Monday.  With stores opening even earlier this year and the number of shoppers estimated to be higher it is important to have a plan of action on how to tackle this shopping weekend.

Verizon Wireless is offering up some “appvice” so no one misses a deal, a game, or a store location.

• Map out where you want to go and what route you want to take. Use VZNavigator for turn-by-turn directions, your location, and live traffic conditions to avoid the crowds.  If you’re using a tablet be sure to download UpNext HD Maps -Verizon edition  for interactive touch interface and 3D maps.

• If you’re interested in searching for deals by store, product categories, or most recent offers, download the TGI Black Friday App .  This app lets you view Black Friday ads from all major retail stores, create a personal shopping list, and compare prices to make sure you’re getting the best deal.

• Worried about your favorite team rather than a shopping deal?  Don’t! With the Verizon NFL Mobile you get 24/7 access to everything NFL.  Check out scores, latest news, and highlights. 

• Make sure you stay fueled so your shopping experience is a marathon not a sprint.  Download the Yelp app so you know where to get the closest cup of joe or sandwich to keep you going.

• Cyber Monday is important and on the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network you’ll be able to search and shop faster.  With the Amazon.com app you can use that power to compare prices, read reviews, and buy all the latest gear and gadgets. 

Shop stress free this year and enjoy your holiday weekend with the help of these apps and Verizon’s 4G LTE Network.  black friday 

Budaya Setelah Thanksgiving

Di Amerika Syarikat ada suatu hari yang sangat memengaruhi tradisi berbelanja oleh penduduknya. Hari Thanksgiving iaitu hari mengucapkan syukur, berdoa dan makan makanan tradisi seperti kalku panggang dengan sos cranberry dan pai labu atau ubi bersama keluarga dan tetangga. manakala hari selepas Thanksgiving yang dikatakan Black Friday pula adalah hari para peniaga dan usahawan membuat keuntungan dan mencatat hasil perniagaan dengan dakwat hitam. mengikut kisah pada zaman lalu para peniaga di Amerika akan juga mencatat kerugian dengan menggunakan dakwat merah yang popular dengan 'in the red' Sebenarnya Black Friday adalah hari kesyukuran pada tahun itu setelah melalui 'in the red' pada hari sebelumnya.

'Cyber monday' adalah istilah baru yang digelar setelah dibuat kajian bahawa hari Isnin tahun ini akan menerima banyak urusniaga dilakukan dalam talian pada hari tersebut iaitu hari setelah 'Black Friday'.