Technology

JetBlue Airways has created a line of faux products called the Flyers Collection to help make competing airlines feel more “jet-y” and is displaying its (admittedly fake) wares in a new pop-up storefront on 9th Avenue in New York City. The line was launched on the airline’s Facebook page at facebook.com/jetblue.

WIRED magazine’s annual tech gallery and retail experience is a launching pad for new technology and cutting-edge products and this year will feature a creative collaboration with recording artist Moby who will combine artwork with electric paint that seems to come to life when touched. The breakthrough technology uses conductive inks to replace wires heat sources speakers lights power sources switches buttons and sensors making technology as thin and weightless as a layer of ink. Moby also performed a special dj set at the opening night party on Nov. 20.

The interior landscaping and decorating company Ambius gave guerrilla tactics a shot this holiday season to drum up business for its holiday decorating packages. On Nov. 9 and 10 the company’s sales consultants dressed up as friendly elves to engage business people in Chicago Houston Los Angeles New York City San Diego San Francisco and Seattle.

Macy’s department store offered fans of the New York City’s iconic parade unique content downloads via Bluetooth and wi-fi to deepen the experience and build excitement around the big event.