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Andrew Tonner

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Andrew Tonner is a senior tech specialist for The Motley Fool. He is a graduate of The University of Arizona with a degree in Finance.

Recent Articles by Andrew Tonner

GETTY - Ecommerce Keyboard

Jul 1, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

You Probably Underestimate Pinterest's Potential

As Pinterest continues to focus on increasing monetization, tech investors would do well to realize it might be the next most powerful digital advertising business.

GETTY - Family Watching TV

Jun 30, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Comcast's Impressive Olympics Streaming Strategy Should Strengthen Its Hand Against Netflix and Amazon

With its X1 service, the nation's largest cable provider hopes it has finally found the silver bullet to counter Netflix, Amazon Prime Streaming, and other potential cable killers.

Snapchat - Snap Notification

Jun 30, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Instagram Trumps Snapchat in Daily Active Users, but Does It Matter?

The size of its user base isn't the only driver of value in the war involving Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

GETTY - Digital Music Headphones

Jun 28, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Why Is Spotify More Valuable Than Pandora?

There is a multibillion-dollar valuation gap between Spotify and Pandora. Here's why that's completely reasonable.

GETTY - Wireless Device

Jun 26, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

The 5G Wireless Revolution Just Started With This Move

In a recent speech, the FCC chairman probably kickstarted the 5G movement, but it will be some time before AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, or Sprint brings the service to consumers.

iPhone 6 and 6 Plus

Jun 25, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

An Apple iPhone Super Cycle In 2017?

Though rumors increasingly suggest the upcoming iPhone 7 will resemble the iPhone 6s, much better days may be one device cycle away.

Apple iPhone SE 3

Jun 22, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Apple Inc. Catches a Much-Needed Break in India

India's decision to drop a key provision opens the door for Apple to enter the Indian smartphone growth market, but it won't fix all the company's problems.

Daniel_Ek_6

Jun 22, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Improving Its Ad Business Won’t Be Enough for Spotify

As it attempts to outrun the growth of competitors such as Apple, Pandora, and Amazon, Spotify needs to look beyond fixing its advertising issues.

Jun 18, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

This Incredible Chart Is Just One Piece of Snapchat's Growth Potential

As Snapchat focuses on revenue growth ahead of an eventual IPO, new research helps better explain Snapchat’s threat to Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.

Daniel_Ek_3

Jun 17, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Will Spotify Have an IPO in 2016?

With Apple, Amazon, Pandora, and more hot on its trail, one recent hire signals Spotify may have accelerated its IPO plans.

Commute

Jun 17, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Amazon to Launch Prime Streaming Music Service

Launching its own music app should give Amazon a leading music and streaming service to compete with the likes of Apple, Spotify, Pandora, and Alphabet.

GETTY - Cloud Computing

Jun 17, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

As It Turns Cash Flow Positive, A Dropbox IPO Isn’t Imminent

With its destiny largely in its own hands, Dropbox would do well to focus on competing with Apple, Box, Microsoft, Google, and Amazon in the booming cloud storage market, instead of focusing on an IPO.

MSFT - LNKD Management Teams

Nov 1, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Is Microsoft Inc. Overpaying for LinkedIn?

The struggling B2B social network could make a lot of money for Microsoft and could bolster Microsoft products.

Jun 12, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Is Pinterest Really Worth More Than Twitter?

As Pinterest seeks to establish itself as a genuine social media challenger to Facebook and Twitter, can its $11 billion valuation hold water?

GETTY - Cloud Computing

Jun 11, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Should Dropbox Really Be Worth More Than Box Inc.?

With a valuation several times higher than rival Box and mounting competition from Apple, Amazon, and Alphabet, Dropbox’s $10 billion valuation doesn’t appear to hold water.

Xbox One and Kinect

Jun 10, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

Microsoft's Cortana Comes to the Xbox

As the battle for the living room intensifies, Microsoft is positioning its artificial intelligence virtual assistant to challenge those of Amazon, Alphabet, and Apple.

Jun 10, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

How Does Spotify Make Money?

With an IPO for the streaming music service inevitable in the next couple of years -- and with competition increasing -- investors are rightly wondering how it generates its revenues, and if it can earn a profit.

Doodle 2

Jun 8, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

A Snapchat IPO in 2017?

Thanks to its $20 billion valuation, a Snapchat IPO is all but assured. However, Snapchat will need to focus on monetization and profitability before it can achieve a successful public offering.

Jun 7, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

How Does Dropbox Make Money?

With its private-market stock price reportedly sinking, the pressure is on for Dropbox to stave off the likes of Apple, Alphabet, Microsoft, and others.

Amazon Flywheel Cycle

Jun 5, 2016 by Andrew Tonner

How Does Jet Make Money?

With ambitious goals to take on Amazon, expect e-commerce unicorn Jet to prioritize user and revenue growth over profits for the considerable future.

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